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Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center inspires environmental stewardship through hands-on education and outdoor experiences. We connect people with nature, fostering a love for the environment and promoting sustainable practices for future generations.

Support Wolf Ridge for an evening amidst the fall colors Each year, Wolf Ridge has a front-row seat as the hillsides along the shore turn brilliant colors. This year, we invite you to take in the views at the inaugural Dinner on the Ridge fundraiser: an evening of connection, discovery, and learning. Saturday, September 26th, 2026 | 4:30 - 8:00 PMWolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, Finland, MN Join us to connect with old and new friends, including Wolf Ridge&rsquo;s newest Executive Director, Vanessa Mendillo Riegler. Your evening will feature naturalist-guided walks along the Ridge&#39;s trails for an up-close look at the season&#39;s color, a catered dinner, and a featured presentation from resident naturalist Charlie Pavlisich.We look forward to welcoming you as we celebrate all we&rsquo;ve accomplished and carry on the adventure.&nbsp; 4:30 | Mingling &amp; Beverages5:00 | Naturalist-guided nature walks (optional)6:00 | Dinner from Double D&rsquo;s Catering (BBQ) in the Pichotta Science Center6:30 | Featured Speaker, Charlie Pavlisich Suggested admission is $50 per person to cover event costs, including catered dinner. Space is limited! RSVP today!

Dinner on the Ridge

Vanessa Riegler and Pete Smerud invite you to experience a special screening of&nbsp;A Dance of Seasons, a new Bell Museum fulldome film from the award-winning team of Neil Lucas and Ravenwood Studios that takes you on an immersive journey through Minnesota&#39;s changing seasons.&nbsp; The 28-minute film features our very own Pete Smerud as the narrator and lots of incredible footage from Wolf Ridge. Read more about the film <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/a-dance-of-seasons/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">here</a>. Event Schedule5:30 &nbsp; Doors open5:45 &nbsp; Exhibits &amp; snacks7:00 &nbsp; Film screening7:45 &nbsp; Desserts &amp; wine bar Seating is limited, reserve yours today!&nbsp;

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

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A Dance of Seasons: A Wolf Ridge Film Screening at the Bell Museum

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