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    Timber Frame Workshop

    $750 – $1260
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Learn the art of timber framing at Wolf Ridge Farm! In this hands-on workshop, students master hand and power tools, mortise-and-tenon joinery, and work together to raise a full timber frame. The structure will serve Wolf Ridge Farm, which grows 10,000 pounds of produce yearly for the community. Taught by experienced instructor Jenna Pollard, participants gain skills to continue building their own timber frames.

    Summer Half Week Teacher Training Workshop

    $455
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Short on time? Join Wolf Ridge for the first half of the Teacher Training Institute and experience a hands-on introduction to naturalist practices. Explore watersheds, bird banding, Lake Superior’s shoreline, and nature journaling while building strong outdoor teaching skills. Perfect for beginners and experienced educators alike. Family activities are available,

    Summer Full Week Teacher Training Workshop

    $895
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Spend a week with the Wolf Ridge Teacher Training Institute and fully immerse yourself in the practices of a naturalist. This hands-on summer workshop invites educators to study watersheds, participate in bird banding, explore Lake Superior’s shoreline, and develop foundational outdoor pedagogy skills. Through nature journaling and experiential learning, participants gain tools to transform their approach to outdoor education. No prior experience is required, and family-friendly options make it possible to extend the adventure beyond the classroom.

    Leap into Camp: Grades 2-3

    $540
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 2-3 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.

    Leap into Camp: Grades 4-5

    $540
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 4-5 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.

    Leap into Camp: Grades 6-7

    $540
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 6-7 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.

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    Bio-Blitz

    $540
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Bio-Blitz Camp at Wolf Ridge invites grades 8-9 campers to explore nature and catalog as many species as possible. Track mammals, study birds and insects, and engage in hands-on scientific discovery.

    Small Songbird in Hand

    Bird Banding Drop-In

    Free
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Since 1993, Wolf Ridge has hosted a long-term international study of migratory songbirds. Visitors can watch the banding process, learn about bird research, and observe these beautiful birds up close. Sessions are held on summer mornings at the Forest Ecology Building, free and open to all ages. Banding is canceled on rainy days.

    Beginning Bird Banding Workshop

    $2835
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Immerse yourself in the art and science of bird banding with Wolf Ridge’s seven-day adult course. Gain hands-on experience in safe bird handling, mist-net operation, aging and sexing birds, and accurate data recording using the MAPS protocol. Explore lectures on avian life histories, molting patterns, and ethical considerations, all while contributing to meaningful conservation research. Lodging and meals are provided for a fully immersive learning experience in Minnesota’s beautiful natural setting.

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    Naturalist Retreat

    $350
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Experience the North Woods with Wolf Ridge! Explore forests, cliffs, wetlands, and Lake Superior with guided sessions, evening presentations, and fellow naturalists. Discover hidden gems of the North Shore and connect with a vibrant nature community.