Leap into Camp: Grades 2-3
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge gives first-time overnight campers in grades 2-3 a fun, beginner-friendly introduction with outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and new friendships.
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Explore everything our 2,000-acre classroom offers for students, educators, and lifelong learners ready to take their next adventure outside.
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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.
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Where Nature, Comfort, and Sustainability Meet--groups gather, families reconnect, and individuals recharge—inside one of the greenest lodges on the planet.
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Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge gives first-time overnight campers in grades 2-3 a fun, beginner-friendly introduction with outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and new friendships.
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge gives first-time overnight campers in grades 4-5 a fun, beginner-friendly introduction with outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and new friendships.
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge gives first-time overnight campers in grades 6-7 a fun, beginner-friendly introduction with outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and new friendships.
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.
Explore Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center at our Free Open House! Families can enjoy rock climbing, adventure ropes courses, canoeing on Wolf Lake, hiking the trails, and campus tours. Picnic areas are available, and no advance registration is required. It’s a fun-filled day for all ages to experience the outdoors and connect with nature!
Wolf Ridge Day Camp offers K-5 campers a hands-on summer adventure in nature. Explore habitats, play games, learn outdoor skills, and celebrate with a family campfire.
Embark on a Wolf Ridge adventure along Minnesota’s Superior Hiking Trail! This girls-only backpacking experience blends confidence-building, outdoor education, and wilderness exploration. Spend a week learning backcountry skills, hiking breathtaking overlooks, and camping beneath the stars — a transformative journey for young women ready to explore, grow, and connect with nature.
Share an unforgettable week outdoors at Wolf Ridge! Grandparent Camp invites grandparents and grandchildren to explore, learn, and create lasting memories together. Hone outdoor skills, discover the North Woods, and enjoy hands-on adventures in this unique intergenerational experience.
Discover Wolf Ridge’s Short Term Immersive Naturalist Training (S.T.I.N.T.) Camp — an adventure in Minnesota’s Boundary Waters for curious teens. Guided by experienced naturalists, campers explore wetlands, forests, and lakes while learning to observe, identify, and understand the living world. From lichens to dragonflies, each day deepens their knowledge and connection to nature. This immersive program fosters curiosity, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors.
Embark on an epic teen adventure with Wolf Ridge at Isle Royale National Park! Grades 9–12 will hike 5–8 miles daily through old-growth forests, take in stunning Lake Superior views, and spot wildlife like moose in their natural habitat. Campers build essential backcountry skills, gain confidence, and enjoy Wolf Ridge activities like rock climbing, survival training, and adventure courses. This unforgettable summer experience combines wilderness exploration, skill-building, and lifelong memories in one incredible journey.