More Than a Camp, More Than a School

A Place to Belong in the Great Outdoors

Where Learning and Adventure Meet

50+ Classes & Experiences

Discover Your Next Outdoor School Adventure

Wolf Ridge provides students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to explore and respect the natural world.

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Learn more about how Wolf Ridge Supports Outdoor School for All

Overnight School Visits

Part field trip, part overnight camp, Wolf Ridge offers hands-on outdoor education for K-12 students.

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Two Student Outside During Summer Evening at Wolf Ridge

Summer Camps

Choose a classic sleepaway camp experience or head into the backcountry on a multi-week wilderness expedition led by our naturalist guides—summer adventures for all ages.

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Teacher Training

Gain the skills to be an effective environmental educator with our graduate training program and teacher institutes.

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Wolf Ridge–a place where minds open to the joy and wonder of discovering our natural world.

Learning…Just as Nature Intended

Events

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Winter Teacher Training Workshop Weekend

January 31, 2026 – February 2, 2026

Experience winter learning at its best with the Wolf Ridge Teacher Training Institute’s Winter Weekend Workshop. Learn to co-teach with winter, strengthen your naturalist skills, and gain practical strategies for engaging students outdoors in cold weather. Ideal for both new and experienced educators. Family activities are available throughout the weekend—call after registering if you plan to bring additional family members.

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Winter Family Camp 2026

February 13, 2026 – February 16, 2026

Experience winter magic together at Wolf Ridge’s Family Winter Camp! Explore snowy forests, ski and snowshoe quiet trails, try ice fishing, build winter shelters, and enjoy cozy lodging with hearty, homemade meals. With guided adventures and flexible family-friendly activities, this weekend getaway creates lasting memories. Spots are limited—register today!

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Stories from the Ridge

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Experience Minnesota’s Snowiest Winter Family Camp

Experience the ultimate family winter adventure at Wolf Ridge! Snowshoe, ski, ice fish, and explore the snowy North Woods, then relax in cozy lodge accommodations with home-cooked meals.

Outdoor Learning Initiative for Minnesota Educators

Wolf Ridge is launching a statewide outdoor learning initiative to empower Minnesota teachers and administrators, reaching 18,000+ students starting in 2026. Learn more and connect at NSTA Minneapolis.

Full Capacity, Full Hearts

Wolf Ridge’s Outdoor School is bursting with energy this week — over 300 students and educators are here for five days of outdoor learning and team building! See what “full capacity” really means at Wolf Ridge.