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Crisp air, vibrant leaves, and the quiet magic of the Northwoods — autumn is the perfect time to discover Wolf Ridge.
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Crisp air, vibrant leaves, and the quiet magic of the Northwoods — autumn is the perfect time to discover Wolf Ridge.
This workshop is a hands-on introduction to fall raptor banding migrating down the Lake Superior corridor. The emphasis will be on Northern Saw-whet owls.
We plan to teach you about the many different kinds of agates found on our near the shores of Lake Superior. Have you heard of eye agates? Skip an Atom Agates? How about Water Level or Paint Agates?
August 24 - August 30, 2025 Age: 18+ **Register through Wolf Ridge for optional Lodging/Meals ONLY **Sign up for the biome course through Master Naturalist HERE (Program cost through Master Naturalist is $395) Join us for a North Woods, Great Lakes Master Naturalist Biome Course at Wolf Ridge! Wolf Ridge is happy to partner with […]
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.
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.
Join Us! Lake Superior Speaks: Educator & Researcher Confluence! Minnesota 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. This three-day event at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center will build community and educational resources through participatory science, traditional ecological […]
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.