January 29 to January 31, 2010 Description Looking for an inexpensive yet invigorating weekend getaway? Explore the world of the wolf
by skiing silently through its native habitat. Spend the weekend traveling on or of trail in the Superior National Forest tracking radio-collared wolves and searching for sign of these elusive animals. A hot cup of cocoa at the end of the day will be the perfect complement to each day’s invigorating activities. This program is designed for experienced skiers and does not include instruction on skiing. The
International Wolf Center does not provide skis, poles or boots. Those who register for this
program are expected to be able to ski at least five miles at a leisurely pace with a small
daypack for water.
A paid adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18; 16 is the minimum age for
adult learning adventures. Registrations must be received at minimum two weeks prior to
ensure lodging accommodations.
Registration Deadline Registrations must be received before January 15, 2010 to ensure lodging accommodations. | | $350.00 | (Member's fee $300.00) | Deposit: $100.00 | | | $60.00 | (Per room per night, if available) |
Itinerary This itinerary may be adjusted depending upon weather conditions or special opportunities that may arise. | After checking into your lodging at Timber Trail Lodge get cozy with a hot cup of tea or | | cocoa and get to know each other over a nutritious and delicious family-style dinner. Your first | | adventure begins after dinner! A short introduction to the ways that wolves communicate with | | each other will prepare you for the night’s field trip to test your wolf-speak as you howl to wild | | wolves in the area. If the evening temperature is not too cold, we’ll ski out onto the lake for | | our howls! | |
| Get ready for a day of exploration and discovery! Spend the morning exploring the Superior | | National Forest attempting to locate wild wolves, which have been fitted with radio collars. We | | will use authentic radio telemetry equipment to locate these animals and determine their | | position on a quadrangle map of the area. After a filling lunch, get out the skis and begin your | | lesson in wolf and wildlife tracking in the north woods of Minnesota. The group will depart for | | an afternoon of exploring the Ely area, hopefully finding wolf signs based on our morning’s | | tracking results. That evening, we’ll warm up at the cabin and enjoy another hearty meal. | | After the meal, get ready to learn what wolves eat for dinner at the “What’s for Dinner?” | | program at the International Wolf Center. An introductory lesson on wolf hunting and feeding | | behavior will prepare you for the weekly feeding of our Ambassador wolves! |
| Meet at the International Wolf Center at 8:00am to depart as a group to a nearby ski trail. Enjoy | | the beauty of northeastern Minnesota’s wilderness as you glide through the dense spruce and fir, | | tall pines and occasionally over frozen lakes. The program ends with a hot cup of cocoa. |
What to Bring Program activities will be held indoors as well as outdoors. Minnesota temperatures can vary, and
it is best to prepare for the extremes. Please refer to our “Packing for a winter Adventure
Learning Vacation” document for packing suggestions. Packing for a winter Adventure Learning Vacation
Lodging Information During the program you will be staying in a non-smoking cabin at Timber Trail Lodge located
about seven miles from the International Wolf Center. Cabins are rustic with northwoods-
themed decor. Accommodations are based on double occupancy with 3-8 people per cabin sharing living space, kitchen, and two bathrooms. For a peek at the accommodations to expect, visit www.timbertraillodge.com and click Accommodations then, look at Blue Spruce
or White Pine. Pets are not allowed in shared lodging. If you need to board your pet during the program, the
Ely Vet Clinic offers boarding. You can reach the Clinic at 218-365-5911. If you wish to reserve extra nights either before or after our program, please make arrangements directly with Timber Trail Lodge (800-777-7348) or e-mail bill@timbertrail.com. Private Room Option
If you require more privacy, a limited number of small motel units that accommodate 2-3 people are available on a first come, first serve basis for an additional cost of $60/night. Please call 800-359-9653 ext. 25 for availability and booking of this option. Single motel units must be reserved prior to the program. Meals A continental breakfast of cereal, fruit, bagels, oatmeal, etc. is available each morning of the program at the main cabin. Hearty, a la carte lunches may be held at the International Wolf
Center or in the field. Nutritionally balanced and tasty catered dinners will be provided each
night of the program. Participants are asked to assist with serving and clean up after meals. Please indicate any special dietary needs, food allergies, and/or other food preferences on the
information form. We can accommodate some special dietary requests, such as vegetarian or
non-lactose diets and allowances for food allergies. Occasionally, restrictive dietary requests
cannot be fully accommodated so you may want to bring special foods with you.
Transportation Participants are responsible for their own transportation to Ely. For information on travel to Ely,
please refer to our “Travel to the International Wolf Center” document for details.
Ely Cab 218-349-1383
Travel to the International Wolf Center Directions International Wolf Center
Timber Trail Lodge
Gratuity is not included in the program fee. Cancellation Policy - All cancellations are subject to a $50.00 processing fee.
- No refunds will be issued if cancellation is made within 14 days of program start.
- Cancellations made between 14 and 30 days will receive refund of payment minus deposit.
- Payment is due in full 14 days prior to start of program.
The International Wolf Center regrets that it cannot make exceptions to the refund policy. We urge you to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance can help protect you against financial loss if you must cancel or interrupt your trip.
The International Wolf Center reserves the right to cancel a program. Participants will be informed of program cancellations no less than 30 days in advance. In the event of cancellation by the International Wolf Center, all participants will receive a full refund. | 
