BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wolf-ridge.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20260123T192002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T200415Z UID:10000284-1776412800-1776427200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Master Naturalist Training: Birding - Waterfowl to Warblers DESCRIPTION:Where the Birds Return: A Northwoods Migration Journey\nApril 17. 2026\nDetails:📅 Dates: Multiple Dates – April 10\, 17\, 24 & May 1\, 8⏰ Time: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM💲 Cost: $35 per person📍 Meeting Location: Tettegouche State Park large vehicle parking lot (in front of the solar panels) \n0123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100Master Naturalist Birding35.00 USDApril 17\, 2026Your eTicket will be emailed after payment \nLet’s explore the Tettagouche area as spring migration unfolds. Birds are returning to the Northwoods from their wintering grounds—but where are they headed? Who’s here now\, and what can we learn from them? \nEach spring\, millions of birds pass through this region\, many returning to the very same patches of trees where they nested last year. As they arrive\, most are in vibrant adult breeding plumage\, making this an ideal time to sharpen your identification skills—or begin your journey as a birder. \nThroughout the spring\, we’ll welcome the birds back week by week\, tracking which species have arrived in our neck of the woods and celebrating their incredible migration journeys. Join us for one session or all of them! While we may visit some familiar locations each week\, we’ll also explore new spots as migration progresses and new species appear. Early sessions often feature waterfowl\, with warblers and other songbirds becoming more common later in the season. \nWe’ll begin each outing at Tettegouche State Park\, then travel to several nearby locations throughout the morning\, hiking short distances at each stop. \nAdditional Info: \n\nOpen to all skill levels\nParticipants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult\n\nCome sharpen your birding skills\, build relationships\, and experience the excitement of spring migration along the North Shore. \nQuestions?Contact: charlie.pavlisich@wolf-ridge.org \n\nWhat You Need \n\nBinoculars\nYour favorite bird guide\nLayers and weather-appropriate clothing\nSturdy footwear\nSnacks and water\n\nWe’ll have a spotting scope available and can provide a limited number of binoculars if needed. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/master-naturalist-training-birding-waterfowl-to-warblers-4/ LOCATION:Tettegouche State Park CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_2460.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20260123T191928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T200303Z UID:10000283-1775808000-1775822400@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Master Naturalist Training: Birding - Waterfowl to Warblers DESCRIPTION:Where the Birds Return: A Northwoods Migration Journey\nApril 10\, 2026\n\n\nDetails:📅 Dates: Multiple Dates – April 10\, 17\, 24 & May 1\, 8⏰ Time: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM💲 Cost: $35 per person📍 Meeting Location: Tettegouche State Park large vehicle parking lot (in front of the solar panels) \n01234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363738394041424344454647484950April 10\, 202635.00 USDPer PersonYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address. \nLet’s explore the Tettagouche area as spring migration unfolds. Birds are returning to the Northwoods from their wintering grounds—but where are they headed? Who’s here now\, and what can we learn from them? \nEach spring\, millions of birds pass through this region\, many returning to the very same patches of trees where they nested last year. As they arrive\, most are in vibrant adult breeding plumage\, making this an ideal time to sharpen your identification skills—or begin your journey as a birder. \nThroughout the spring\, we’ll welcome the birds back week by week\, tracking which species have arrived in our neck of the woods and celebrating their incredible migration journeys. Join us for one session or all of them! While we may visit some familiar locations each week\, we’ll also explore new spots as migration progresses and new species appear. Early sessions often feature waterfowl\, with warblers and other songbirds becoming more common later in the season. \nWe’ll begin each outing at Tettegouche State Park\, then travel to several nearby locations throughout the morning\, hiking short distances at each stop. \nAdditional Info: \n\nOpen to all skill levels\nParticipants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult\n\nCome sharpen your birding skills\, build relationships\, and experience the excitement of spring migration along the North Shore. \nQuestions?Contact: charlie.pavlisich@wolf-ridge.org \n\nWhat You Need \n\nBinoculars\nYour favorite bird guide\nLayers and weather-appropriate clothing\nSturdy footwear\nSnacks and water\n\nWe’ll have a spotting scope available and can provide a limited number of binoculars if needed. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/master-naturalist-training-birding-waterfowl-to-warblers-2/ LOCATION:Tettegouche State Park CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/black-and-white-warbler.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20251110T222135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T150857Z UID:10000206-1774224000-1774483199@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Winter Homeschool Retreat 2026 DESCRIPTION:Embrace Winter with Your Homeschool Community! ❄️ \nJoin other homeschooling families for winter adventure and community at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, with snowshoeing\, cross-country skiing\, cold-climate survival skills\, and exploring winter ecosystems together. Students will also build confidence as they climb our rock wall and navigate the high ropes course. \nAs a fully accredited K–12 environmental learning center\, Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center provides immersive outdoor experiences that spark curiosity\, build confidence\, and inspire a lifelong connection to nature. \nRegister for Winter Homeschool Retreat \nIf you have any issues or questions about the registration process\, please feel free to call us at 218-353-7414. If you are in need of scholarships\, please fill out the scholarship application and send to scheduling@wolf-ridge.org.  \nAre you a homeschool co-op leader or a group larger than 10? Please register through us directly by filling out our inquiry form or contacting us at scheduling@wolf-ridge.org. \nView FAQ’s \nWolf Ridge Homeschool Weeks Main Page \n  URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/winter-homeschool-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Homeschool Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Homeshool-retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20251020T151445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T143940Z UID:10000204-1769859000-1770037200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Winter Teacher Training Workshop Weekend DESCRIPTION:Winter Weekend Workshop \nJoin us for our Teacher Training Institute’s Winter Workshop—a hands-on weekend of learning\, exploration\, and fun in the snow! \nLearn alongside Wolf Ridge Naturalists as you discover how to co-teach with winter\, sharpen your naturalist skills\, and gain practical strategies for engaging students outdoors in cold weather. No prior outdoor teaching experience is required—this workshop is perfect for both beginners and educators already weaving outdoor learning into their classrooms. \nBring the whole family!\nWolf Ridge offers daytime outdoor activities for youth (accompanied by an adult) and can also recommend nearby destinations for your own winter adventures. On Saturday evening\, participants are invited to take on Wolf Ridge’s outdoor adventure ropes course—because when it comes to winter fun\, the more snow\, the better! Please call 218-353-7414 after you register if you plan to bring additional family members. Additional fees will apply. \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nRegister Now \nSample Workshop Topics and Themes\nBasics of outdoor learning: how to get started\nNaturalist Practices: practices to help our students explore the natural world\nNature Journaling: from starting out to new ideas\nOutdoor Pedagogy: engage as a student in an outdoor class and reflect on pedagogy techniques\nPhenology: what it is and how to incorporate it all year long\nOutdoor investigations: basics of conducting an investigation and collecting and interpreting data\nImprov and Community Building: learn improv skills and team games\nCitizen Science: learn about ways your students can engage with citizen science projects \nDon’t see what you are looking for? Contact scheduling@wolf-ridge.org to co-create the program that best meets your needs. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/winter-teacher-training-workshop-weekend/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_1628.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20220303T025309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T193053Z UID:10000091-1754179200-1754697599@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Farm\, Feast and Fire Camp DESCRIPTION:Sign up for Farm\, Feast & Fire Camp \nSummer Camp Website \nFor students entering grades 8-9\n \nLooking for a camp that blends hands-on learning with fun and adventure? \nAt Farm\, Feast\, and Fire\, your child will join the Wolf Ridge Farm crew to grow\, harvest\, and prepare nutritious meals for themselves and the entire Wolf Ridge community. As they care for vegetables\, sow seeds\, and use small-scale farming tools\, they’ll learn the value of hard work\, sustainability\, and healthy living—all while connecting to nature. Campers will also experience the joy of preparing food they’ve grown themselves\, firing up pizzas and kale chips in a wood-fired oven. But farming is just one part of this rich experience. Your child will enjoy a well-rounded week filled with arts and crafts\, swimming\, boating\, sports\, and games\, along with the chance to form lasting friendships with fellow campers. At Farm\, Feast\, and Fire\, your child will walk away with more than new skills—they’ll gain a deeper understanding of responsibility\, community\, and environmental stewardship\, all in a supportive and fun-filled setting. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/farm-feast-and-fire/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Youth Camp ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20200907_finland_Lhittmeier-298-e1648673965670.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20221205T211402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194621Z UID:10000136-1753858800-1753873200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-8/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20221205T211340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194549Z UID:10000135-1753254000-1753268400@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-7/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726 DTSTAMP:20260417T231721 CREATED:20250530T144254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T021218Z UID:10000197-1753228800-1753487999@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Minnesota Sea Grant: Lake Superior Speaks DESCRIPTION:Join Us! Lake Superior Speaks: Educator & Researcher Confluence!\nMinnesota Sea Grant is hosting “Lake Superior Speaks: Educator & Researcher Confluence\,” a water science workshop July 23-25\, 2025 that will bring together educators\, researchers and community partners. \nThis three-day event at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center will build community and educational resources through participatory science\, traditional ecological knowledge\, experiential learning\, skills for teaching outside\, and engaging with water science using nature as a co-teacher. \nFormal and informal environmental educators are encouraged to attend. \nThis event is made possible thanks to Minnesota Sea Grant\, the Center for Great Lakes Literacy\, the Minnesota Association for Environmental Education\, the Great Lakes Aquarium\, and Wolf Ridge ELC. \nWhen: July 23-25 \nRegister using the link below. \nRegistration Link \nQuestions?\nFind more information here \n  URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/minnesota-sea-grant-lake-superior-speaks/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SeaGrant.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20221205T211322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194451Z UID:10000133-1752649200-1752663600@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-6/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20221205T211241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194413Z UID:10000132-1751439600-1751454000@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-5/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20221205T211219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194309Z UID:10000131-1750834800-1750849200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-4/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20240422T155909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T180011Z UID:10000170-1750073400-1750424400@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Summer Full Week Teacher Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:Summer Full Week Teacher Training Workshop\nInterested in collaboration with teachers from other districts? Wolf Ridge hosts a full week in summer for individual teachers or groups to sign up to come take part in a week of professional development and to network with other teachers across the region that are working towards being a leader of outdoor learning in their school. \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nContact scheduling@wolf-ridge.org to register for this workshop. \nSample Workshop Topics and Themes\nBasics of outdoor learning: how to get started\nNaturalist Practices: practices to help our students explore the natural world\nNature Journaling: from starting out to new ideas\nOutdoor Pedagogy: engage as a student in an outdoor class and reflect on pedagogy techniques\nPhenology: what it is and how to incorporate it all year long\nOutdoor investigations: basics of conducting an investigation and collecting and interpreting data\nImprov and Community Building: learn improv skills and team games\nCitizen Science: learn about ways your students can engage with citizen science projects \nDon’t see what you are looking for? Contact scheduling@wolf-ridge.org to co-create the program that best meets your needs. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/summer-full-week-teacher-training-workshop/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_1386.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20221205T211153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194238Z UID:10000129-1749625200-1749639600@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-3/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20221205T211117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194154Z UID:10000128-1749020400-1749034800@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Bird Banding Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Registration not required for this event. \n\nSince 1993\, Wolf Ridge has been a site for a long-term international study to learn about the lives and health of migratory songbird populations. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up-close and learn about the banding process and bird research. \nMeet at the Forest Ecology Building on any one of seven summer mornings. \nFree and open to all ages. Banding will be canceled on rainy days. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/bird-banding-drop-in-2/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bird-in-hand-MDurbin_DSC_0087-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20250402T184640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144303Z UID:10000194-1748971800-1748977200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Inspiration from the North Shore with William Kent Krueger DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with bestselling author William Kent Krueger as he explores the transformative power of Outdoor Education Through the Eyes of an Author. \nTuesday\, June 3\nWestwood Hills Nature Center\n8300 W Franklin Ave\nSt Louis Park\, MN \nSchedule:\nCome early and enjoy the trails!\n5:30 PM – Check-in\n6:00 PM – Social Hour\n7:00 PM – Event Begins\nBook signing to follow \nWilliam Kent Krueger\, a bestselling author known for his Cork O’Connor mystery series\, has earned numerous literary awards\, including the Edgar Award for Ordinary Grace. Now a full-time writer based in St. Paul\, Minnesota\, he has seen his last fourteen novels become New York Times bestsellers. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegistration: $20 – Sign up in advance! \n0123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100101102103104105106107108109110111112113114115116117118119120121122123124125126127128129130Adult20.00 USDPer personYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/inspiration-from-the-north-shore-with-william-kent-krueger/ LOCATION:Westwood Hills Nature Center\, 8300 W Franklin Ave\, St Louis Park\, MN\, 55426 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WKK_WR_featured-image-card.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20241025T201021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T190004Z UID:10000173-1747382400-1747411200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Wild Pedagogies Workshop: Gathering Together to Practice Wild Pedagogies DESCRIPTION:Ready to transform your approach to education? Explore Wild Pedagogies with us!\nExplore the educational practices of Wild Pedagogies that re-center the more-than-human voices in your teaching in order to inspire students to reexamine their relationship with the natural world. Join fellow educators to engage in an open space type workshop that encourages practice\, collaboration\, and community. Come ready to share and participate in the discussions with questions\, thoughts\, or experiences! This is an open invitation to all who are interested in/ already engaging with Wild Pedagogies! \n\nEarn 8 CEUs\nActivities include open space workshops\, outdoor walks\, small group discussions\, and informal discussions\nParticipants receive a copy of Jeffers Journals and the Wild Pedagogies Touchstones\n\nWhat: FREE professional development sponsored by Jeffers Foundation and Wolf Ridge ELC \nWho: Naturalists\, K-12 Formal Educators\, Nature Center Educators\, Informal Educators \nWhen: May 16\, 8am-4pm \nRegister using the link below. \nRegistration Link \nRegister by May 9 with a registration fee of $25 to hold your spot. This fee will be refunded upon completion of the workshop. Cancellations after May 9 are not refundable. Register at JeffersFoundation.org. \nQuestions?\nEmail david.grack@jeffersfoundation.org \n \n  URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/wild-pedagogies-gathering-building-the-human-community/ LOCATION:McColl Pond ELC\, 13550 Dakota Ave South\, Savage\, MN\, 55378 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_8221.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20240422T154901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T185236Z UID:10000168-1738341000-1738501200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Winter Weekend Teacher Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:Winter Weekend Teacher Training Workshop\nInterested in collaboration with teachers from other districts? Wolf Ridge hosts weekends for individual teachers or groups to sign up to come take part in a weekend of professional development and to network with other teachers across the region that are working towards being a leader of outdoor learning in their school. \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nContact scheduling@wolf-ridge.org to register for this workshop. \nSample Workshop Topics and Themes\nBasics of outdoor learning: how to get started\nNaturalist Practices: practices to help our students explore the natural world\nNature Journaling: from starting out to new ideas\nOutdoor Pedagogy: engage as a student in an outdoor class and reflect on pedagogy techniques\nPhenology: what it is and how to incorporate it all year long\nOutdoor investigations: basics of conducting an investigation and collecting and interpreting data\nImprov and Community Building: learn improv skills and team games\nCitizen Science: learn about ways your students can engage with citizen science projects \nDon’t see what you are looking for? Contact scheduling@wolf-ridge.org to co-create the program that best meets your needs. URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/winter-weekend-teacher-training-workshop/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Adult Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_1628.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20240417T142812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T175240Z UID:10000166-1738252800-1738501200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Winter Homeschool Retreat DESCRIPTION:❄️ Join Wolf Ridge ELC for our Winter Homeschool Retreat! ❄️\nEmbrace winter with your homeschool community at Wolf Ridge! Engage in exciting outdoor adventures like snowshoeing\, skiing\, and winter survival\, while diving into the fascinating study of frozen lakes. Wolf Ridge ELC\, a fully accredited K-12 environmental learning center\, offers immersive educational experiences that inspire a lifelong connection to nature and a commitment to environmental stewardship. \nReady to register? Homeschool families can now self-register through our registration portal\, click the button below! \nRegister for Winter Homeschool Retreat \nIf you have any issues or questions about the registration process\, please feel free to call us at 218-353-7414. If you are in need of scholarships\, please fill out the scholarship application and send to scheduling@wolf-ridge.org.  \nAre you a homeschool co-op leader or a group larger than 10? Please register through us directly by filling out our inquiry form or contacting us at scheduling@wolf-ridge.org. \nView FAQ’s \nWolf Ridge Homeschool Weeks Main Page \nSchedule (When you register\, you’ll be asked to pick your top 3 classes you’d like to take. A complete schedule will be sent to registered participants a few weeks before the retreat. View our course list here.)  \nThursday:\n4:00-4:30pm – Arrival\n5:15 – Dinner\n6:30-9:00 – Class\n\nFriday:\n7:30 – Breakfast\n8:30-11:30 – Class\n12:15 – Lunch\n1:30-4:30 – Class\n5:15 – Dinner\n6:30-9:00 – Class\n\nSaturday:\n\n7:30 – Breakfast\n8:30-11:30 – Class\n12:15 – Lunch\n1:30-4:30 – Class\n5:15 – Dinner\n6:30-9:00 – Class\n\nSunday:\n\n7:30 – Breakfast\n8:30-11:30 – Class\n12:15 – Lunch URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/winter-homeschool-week/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Homeschool Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Winter-2025-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T133000 DTSTAMP:20260417T231722 CREATED:20240416T164515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T180141Z UID:10000165-1725894000-1726234200@wolf-ridge.org SUMMARY:Fall Homeschool Week DESCRIPTION:Learn\, connect\, and thrive in the heart of nature.\nWe invite you and your family to join us for a week of discovery\, connection\, and growth. At Wolf Ridge\, learning extends far beyond the walls of a traditional classroom\, and our Fall Homeschool Week is designed to showcase the endless possibilities of outdoor education. \nFor more information and to register\, visit our Homeschool Weeks page or contact us directly at scheduling@wolf-ridge.org. \nSchedule (Subject to change) \nMonday 9/9 \n\nArrival: 3-4 PM\nGroup Orientation: 4:30 PM \nEvening Activity: 6:30-9:15 PM\n\nChoice of: \n\nIndoor Rock Climbing\, Ropes Course or Evening Program & Activity\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday 9/10 \n\nAM & PM Classes:\n\nSuperior View Hike \nCanoeing Wolf Lake\nCompetitive Orienteering\n\n\nEvening: \n\nChoice of:\n\nIndoor Rock Climbing\, Ropes Course or Evening Program & Activity\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 9/11 (Half week check out after lunch at 1:30 PM) \n\nAM Class\n\nLake Study\nBirds\nForest Ecology\n\n\nPM Class\n\nTrees and Keys\nSmall Mammals\n\n\nEvening \n\nEvening program & activity\n\n\n\nThursday 9/12 \n\nAM & PM Classes\n\nGeology\nEarthworks\n\n\nEvening\n\nEvening program & activity\n\n\n\nFriday 9/13 (Full week check out after lunch at 1:30 PM) \n\nAM Class\n\nOjibwe Heritage\nBeaver Ecology\n\n\n\nFill out this form to secure your spot. Please specify if you are interested in either our Fall or Winter Homeschool Week.\n\n\n \n \n K-12 Class Trips\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Follow up prefernce*\n \n \n I prefer a phone call\n \n \n \n I prefer an email\n Group or School Name*Group or School Location*Approximately how people (students\, teachers\, and chaperones) would be visiting Wolf Ridge?*A good guideline is two to three adults for every 17 students. Generally\, we have a minimum 15-person group size. For homeschool groups\, please enter the total number in your family/group that you're planning on having attend.Group Age(s) or Grade Levels(s)*I’m interested in:*\n \n School trip: 3 days/2 nights\n \n \n School trip: 5 days/4 nights\n \n \n Virtual field trip\n \n \n Homeschool Week\n \n \n Continuing education for educators\n \n \n Other\n When would you like to visit Wolf Ridge?Not sureJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberIs there anything else you'd like to share?How did you learn about Wolf Ridge?\n \n Search engine (Google\, Yahoo\, etc.)\n \n \n Recommended by a friend or colleague\n \n \n Social media\n \n \n Blog or Publication\n \n \n Wolf Ridge reached out to me\n \n \n I attended Wolf Ridge as a student\n \n \n My school previously attended Wolf Ridge\n \n \n Other\n Would you like to receive emails from Wolf Ridge about upcoming events and classes?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n CAPTCHA URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/fall-homeschool-week/ LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603 CATEGORIES:Homeschool Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wolf-ridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Fall-2024.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR