Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center Outdoor school, summer camps, corporate & wellness retreats on Minnesota’s North Shore. In environmental education, the outdoors is the classroom.
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Inspiring learning, connection & adventure in nature — for students, educators, families & groups of all sizes. At Wolf Ridge, our classroom is spectacular. Located on a ridge overlooking Lake Superior, Wolf Ridge occupies nearly 2,000 acres. Bordered by the tumbling Baptism River, the campus features a meandering creek, two pristine lakes, two high peaks, 18 miles of trails, and a mixed forest of

maple, birch and spruce. Pine marten, eagles, moose, black bear, whitetail deer, foxes, wolves, beavers, peregrine falcons, loons, and other wildlife share the campus. The facilities include two dormitories, five classroom buildings, a dining hall, an energy center, a ski chalet, an administration building, a raptor aviary, a library, two rock-climbing walls, and two high ropes courses.

There's still time to register for the Timber Framing Workshop at Wolf Ridge Farm!Learn the timeless craft of building w...
05/26/2026

There's still time to register for the Timber Framing Workshop at Wolf Ridge Farm!

Learn the timeless craft of building with wooden posts and beams using traditional mortise & tenon joinery — no nails or metal fasteners required.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll:
🔨 Learn essential timber framing skills
🪚 Use hand & power tools
🏗 Help raise a completed timber frame
🌲 Build a structure that will support Wolf Ridge Farm

Lodging + meals included on-site at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center.

Led by experienced timber framer Jenna Pollard, this is a rare opportunity to gain practical skills, connect with others, and build something meaningful.

Spots are limited — register before it’s full!
https://wolf-ridge.org/event/timber-frame-workshop/

Special guest spotted behind the dining hall today!
05/19/2026

Special guest spotted behind the dining hall today!

Love the Team Challenge video, Nyquist Elementary! Thanks for capturing and sharing the moment.
05/19/2026

Love the Team Challenge video, Nyquist Elementary! Thanks for capturing and sharing the moment.

Warroad Middle School, thanks for making the 550+ mile round trip trek for your students to experience outdoor school wi...
05/15/2026

Warroad Middle School, thanks for making the 550+ mile round trip trek for your students to experience outdoor school with us each year!

Thank you, Maple Lake! We love seeing the smiles and appreciate your commitment to the outdoor school experience at Wol...
05/15/2026

Thank you, Maple Lake! We love seeing the smiles and appreciate your commitment to the outdoor school experience at Wolf Ridge over the years.

05/15/2026
We've had over 300 people come out to celebrate the career and legacy of Pete Smerud at Wolf Ridge! It wouldn't have bee...
05/13/2026

We've had over 300 people come out to celebrate the career and legacy of Pete Smerud at Wolf Ridge! It wouldn't have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors.

There is one more opportunity to join the celebrations! Limited spots remain for our final event at McColl Pond ELC on May 28th. RSVP today to secure your spot.

tinyurl.com/petesmerud

04/24/2026

Reaching the top is impressive—and the courage to start the climb is just as powerful. Nice climb!

Behind every Wolf Ridge experience is a community of partners who make it possible. We're proud to recognize Upper Lakes...
04/24/2026

Behind every Wolf Ridge experience is a community of partners who make it possible. We're proud to recognize Upper Lakes Foods — our primary food distributor and a presenting sponsor of A Ridge Well Traveled — for their years of support, on and off the plate.

Read more about Upper Lakes Foods and their support on the blog:
https://wolf-ridge.org/blog/nourishing-community-thank-you-upper-lakes-foods/

Thank you, Upper Lakes Foods, Inc. , for being a presenting sponsor and a trusted supporter!

Wolf Ridge thanks Upper Lakes Foods, presenting sponsor of Ridge Well Traveled, for nourishing students, supporting campus programs, and investing in sustainable outdoor education.

04/22/2026

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6282 Cranberry Road
Finland, MN
55603

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+12183537414

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