2-Week Superior Hiking Trail Backpacking Adventure
Entering Grades 10-12: Hike for 6 days and 5 nights along the Superior Hiking Trail and learn about outdoor recreation from Wolf Ridge’s resident Leave-No-Trace Master Educator.
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Located in Finland, Minnesota, the Wolf Ridge campus is bordered by rivers, lakes, and streams, with spectacular views of Lake Superior and the Sawmill Valley.
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Founded in 1971, Wolf Ridge hosts 12,000+ visitors annually, many for multi-day immersive outdoor experiences on our 2,000-acre campus.
About OverviewEntering Grades 10-12: Hike for 6 days and 5 nights along the Superior Hiking Trail and learn about outdoor recreation from Wolf Ridge’s resident Leave-No-Trace Master Educator.
This 4-day, 3-night camp is designed to introduce new campers to the overnight camp experience without the week-long commitment. Campers will explore the fascinating world of insects and wildlife, investigate the creatures around Wolf Lake, and learn about edible plants in the wild.
This 4-day, 3-night camp is designed to introduce new campers to the overnight camp experience without the week-long commitment. Encourage your child’s curiosity with a hands-on exploration of the fascinating world of insects and wildlife in Minnesota’s North Woods!
This 4-day, 3-night camp is designed to introduce new campers to the overnight camp experience without the week-long commitment. Give your child the opportunity to discover the wonders of Minnesota’s North Woods while learning about forest ecology, birds, and beavers in a hands-on, immersive environment.
Entering grades K-5: Spend summer days exploring Wolf Ridge’s woods, streams, wetlands, lakes, and more. Hot lunch and snacks provided.
Entering grades K-1: Spend summer days in a unique camp experience through a story telling lens. Hot lunch and snacks provided.
Entering grades 10-12: Spend two weeks paddling and camping in the Boundary Waters learning core naturalist concepts. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 6-7: Multiple dates available. Discover and explore the natural world while building outdoor skills at Wolf Ridge. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 6-7: Compete in various challenges throughout the week and learn real-life outdoor skills. Transportation from Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 8 - 9: Multiple dates available. Along with the traditional camp experience, Adventurers take a two-night canoe trip into the Superior National Forest. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available
Entering grades 6-7: Join us for a week of adventure, growth, and fun during this camp designed to foster confidence and leadership in young women. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 4-5 - Multiple weeks of this camp are available. Designed for younger, first-time campers. Enjoy learning and building friendships in a nurturing, fun environment. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 4-5 - Multiple weeks of this camp are available. Designed for younger, first-time campers. Enjoy learning and building friendships in a nurturing, fun environment. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering Grades 10-12: Hike for 6 days and 5 nights along the Superior Hiking Trail and learn about outdoor recreation from Wolf Ridge’s resident Leave-No-Trace Master Educator.
From mastering the basics of rock climbing to gearing up for a multi-day canoe trip, Rocks, Paddles, and Trails Camp offers a well-rounded experience for young explorers. Campers will start by learning essential climbing techniques, knot-tying, and anchor-building on our indoor wall. Once they’ve mastered the basics, they’ll put their skills to the test on the rugged cliffs of Mystical Mountain, overlooking the stunning Wolf Lake.
Entering grades 6-7: Multiple dates available. Discover and explore the natural world while building outdoor skills at Wolf Ridge. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 8 - 9: Multiple dates available. Along with the traditional camp experience, Adventurers take a two-night canoe trip into the Superior National Forest. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available
Entering grades 6-7: Multiple dates available. Discover and explore the natural world while building outdoor skills at Wolf Ridge. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 4-5 | Fuel your child’s curiosity with an exciting adventure into the world of cryptozoology! In this brand-new camp, campers will explore the science behind legendary creatures like Bigfoot, Mothman, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Chupacabra. Each day focuses on a new cryptid, blending fascinating folklore with real-life animal adaptations that may have inspired these myths.
Entering grades 8 - 9: Multiple dates available. Along with the traditional camp experience, Adventurers take a two-night canoe trip into the Superior National Forest. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available
Entering grades 4-5 - Multiple weeks of this camp are available. Designed for younger, first-time campers. Enjoy learning and building friendships in a nurturing, fun environment. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 8-9: Build your survival skills and test your knowledge with overnight survival camp? Transportation from Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Spend a week exploring the boreal forest near Wolf Ridge, then paddle canoes north into the ancient waters of Quetico Provincial Park. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 8-9: This camp is a great fit for campers looking to experience both the fun and energy of Wolf Ridge summer camp and the adventure of backpacking across Isle Royale National Park. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 6-7: Join us for a week of adventure, growth, and fun during this camp designed to foster confidence and leadership in young women. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 8 - 9: Multiple dates available. Along with the traditional camp experience, Adventurers take a two-night canoe trip into the Superior National Forest. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available
Entering grades 6-7: Multiple dates available. Discover and explore the natural world while building outdoor skills at Wolf Ridge. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 4-5 - Multiple weeks of this camp are available. Designed for younger, first-time campers. Enjoy learning and building friendships in a nurturing, fun environment. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 6-7: Spend a week learning and discovering new species of animals every day! Transportation from Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 4-5 - Multiple weeks of this camp are available. Designed for younger, first-time campers. Enjoy learning and building friendships in a nurturing, fun environment. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Voyageurs National Park is the centerpiece of this sea kayak expedition with Wolf Ridge. Transportation from Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Are you looking for a transformative experience for your daughter? Join us for a week in the stunning Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness, where young women can develop strength and confidence while learning essential outdoor skills.
Entering grades 8-9: Develop leadership skills, responsibility, and self-esteem as you explore, harvest, and cook at the Wolf Ridge Organic Farm. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 8 - 9: Multiple dates available. Along with the traditional camp experience, Adventurers take a two-night canoe trip into the Superior National Forest. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth is available.
Entering grades 6-7: Multiple dates available. Discover and explore the natural world while building outdoor skills at Wolf Ridge. Transportation from the Twin Cities and Duluth available.
Entering grades 4-5: Outdoor adventures to test your knowledge with overnight beginner survival camp. Transportation from Twin Cities and Duluth available.