Academic Program

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Sponsor:	Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

Program Dates:	July 12, 2009 - August 8, 2009

Description:	Earn high school elective science credits Conservation & research projects with professionals Ecology & Natural History Concepts Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Trip *Superior Hiking Trail Trip This course focuses on Freshwater Ecology & Environmental Ethics. Study the natural history of Lake Superior from ecological & social perspectives, participate in various field research projects with professionals, and discuss local environmental issues. The experiential nature of this curriculum compels participants to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained in the classroom to real life situations.

Eligibility:	Students from high schools throughout Minnesota in grades 10 - 12.

Gender:	Co-ed

Application Deadline:	Registration is on-going until programs are filled.

Year Established:	1971

Fees:	$2675 per participant

Scholarship Available:	Yes

Scholarship Deadline:	N/A

Stipend or Wage:	No

Program Location:	Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, Finland, Minnesota (250 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul). Wolf Ridge is located on over 2000 acres of forested hills overlooking the shores of Lake Superior.

Overnight Options:	Overnight Only

Transportation Available:	Yes We have a van that picks up kids from the Twin Cities area for an additional fee. Pre-registration is required.

Counselor/Staff jobs available for High School/College students:	YES Please contact the director at 800-523-2733 for more information or obtain application materials at: http://www.wolf-ridge.org/

Accessible to students with physical disabilities:	Yes

Serves students with emotional/behavior disabilities such as ADD or ADHD:	Yes

Contact:	Jenny Bushmaker Summer Youth Program Director Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road Finland, MN 55603 800-523-2733 summercamp@wolf-ridge.org http://www.wolf-ridge.org/programs/syp/academic.html