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Wolf Ridge’s Adventurers Camp, campers explore the outdoors through canoeing, nature study, and teamwork—gaining confidence and lasting memories.
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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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Wolf Ridge’s Adventurers Camp, campers explore the outdoors through canoeing, nature study, and teamwork—gaining confidence and lasting memories.
Survival Camp at Wolf Ridge gives grades 6-7 campers a hands-on wilderness experience—building shelters, mastering orienteering, canoeing, and gaining confidence through adventure and teamwork.
Wildlife Camp at Wolf Ridge immerses grades 4-5 campers in nature. Discover new animals each day, enjoy, swimming, and ropes courses, and create lasting memories.
Ornithology Field Camp at Wolf Ridge immerses grades 9-12 campers in advanced birding techniques, field research, and outdoor adventures while connecting with nature and peers.
Give your high schooler an unforgettable wilderness experience in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with Wolf Ridge. Teens will paddle pristine lakes, learn essential outdoor skills like bird and tree identification, camp cooking, and backcountry survival, and participate in Wolf Ridge campus activities such as adventure ropes courses, wild edibles foraging, and hands-on geology lessons. This immersive experience fosters confidence, leadership, and lifelong friendships, all while exploring one of the country’s most beautiful wilderness areas.
At Wolf Ridge’s Adventurers Camp, campers explore the outdoors through canoeing, nature study, and teamwork—gaining confidence and lasting memories.
Rocks, Paddles, and Trails Camp at Wolf Ridge gives grades 8-9 campers an adventure-packed week of rock climbing, hiking, and a canoe trip—building confidence, skills, and friendships along the way.
Experience a week of adventure at Wolf Ridge with our High School Outdoor Recreation Camp for grades 10–12. Teens will develop skills in paddling, rock climbing, hiking, and other outdoor activities while enjoying the scenic North Shore. This immersive, adventure-focused program encourages physical activity, outdoor skill-building, and a lasting love for recreation and nature.
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.
Embark on a memorable family adventure at Wolf Ridge! Our sampler and full-week camps offer activities for all ages, including hiking, canoeing, and birdwatching. Stay in family-friendly lodging, enjoy meals from our organic farm, and let children participate in engaging programs while adults take a break. Wolf Ridge provides the perfect setting to connect, explore, and create lasting memories together in Minnesota’s beautiful outdoors.