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GENERAL ADMISSION
HOURS
Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
LOCATION
Members ...........................FREE

Adult.................................. $9.50
Child (3-12)........................$5.50
Children under 3............... Free
Seniors (60 and over)........$8.50

Groups of 9 or more:
Adult..................................$6.50
Child/Student....................$3.00
January 1 - May 16
Open Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

May 17 - June 14
Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

June 15 - August 17
Open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

August 18 - October 27
Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

October 28 - May 16, 2014
Open Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
International Wolf Center
1396 Highway 169
Ely, Minnesota 55731-8129

Telephone: 218-365-4695
TTY Relay Service: dial 711
E-mail: office2@wolf.org

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JANUARY 1 - MAY 16
Open Fri & Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
MAY 17 - JUNE 14
Open Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY
(programs included with admission)
MONDAY - SUNDAY
(programs included with admission)
Wolfology - 11 a.m, 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Wolfology - 11 a.m, 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Legacy of Sigurd Olson - 2 p.m.
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
(additional fees required)
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
(additional fees required)
What's for Dinner? - Saturday 7 p.m.
There is no program on March 23rd and March 30th.
What's for Dinner? - Saturday 7 p.m.
JUNE 15 - AUGUST 17
Open Daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
AUGUST 18 - OCTOBER 27
Open Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
OCTOBER 28 - DECEMBER 31
Open Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
MONDAY - SUNDAY
(programs included with admission)
MONDAY - SUNDAY
(programs included with admission)
FRIDAY - SUNDAY
(programs included with admission)
KidTracker - 10 a.m. Sun. & Wed. 3 p.m.
Wolfology - 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m.
Wolf Enrichment - 12 p.m.
Legacy of Sigurd Olson - 2.p.m.
Wolfology - 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Legacy of Sigurd Olson - 2.p.m.
Wolfology - 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
*In honor of educators we're open Oct. 17.
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
(additional fees required)
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
(additional fees required)
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
(additional fees required)
Behind the Scenes - Thurs. 9 a.m. (ends Aug. 2)
What's for Dinner? - Sat. 7 p.m.
Wolf Speak - Aug. Wed. & Fri. 8 p.m.
WildFamily Weekend - June 22-23,
July 6-7, Aug. 3-4
Photographers-Only - Mon. & Tues. 6:30 - 8 p.m., Sat. 6:30 - 8 a.m.
WildKids Day Camp - July 22-25
What's for Dinner? - Sat. 7 p.m.
Wolf Speak - Aug. Wed. & Fri. 8 p.m.
Wolf Speak - Sept. & Oct. Sat. 8:30 p.m.
WildFamily Weekend - Sept. 7-8, Oct. 19-20
WildKids Day Camp - Oct. 17-18
What's for Dinner? - Sat. 6:30 p.m.
Wolf Speak - 8 p.m.
Howl-O-Ween - Oct. 19


DAILY PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
SPECIALTY PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
Reservations requested. Call 1-800-ELY-WOLF ext 21 to register. Minimum of four participants.
*Children must be accompanied by a paid adult.
Wolfology: Observe our Exhibit Pack in action while learning surprising facts about wolf biology, adaptations, culture and history.

Legacy of Sigurd Olson: This special presentation covers the amazing life and ground-breaking contributions of environmentalist Sigurd Olson.

Wolf Enrichment: Watch the Exhibit Pack feast on frozen beaver tail treats or other delicacies.
Films: Brilliant, provocative and moving wolf documentaries, offered throughout the day.

"Oh Deer!": This outdoor educational program focuses on the fascinating relationship between wolves and their prey. Outdoors, on-site.

KidTracker: Track animals of the northwest by identifying signs like paw prints. Make and keep plasters casts. Outdoors, on-site. Ages 4-12.
What's for Dinner?            $6 Adult, $3.50 Child* 12 & under
Learn about the fascinating hunting and feeding behavior of wolves as you watch our Exhibit Pack dine on a variety of prey. Children under 3 are free.

Wolf Speak                         $8.50 Adult, $5 Child*(6-12)
Not suitable for children under six. Prior registration is required.
Learn about howling and other wolf vocalizations, then venture into a nearby forest and howl to a local wolf pack. Don't be surprised if they howl back!

Photographers-Only          $5 non-member, $3 for members.
Exclusive access to our Exhibit Pack through observation windows before and after hours when wolves are most active.

Behind the Scenes             $8 Adult, $4 Child*(6-12)
Members Only. Not suitable for children under six. Prior registration required.
This unique opportunity will allow you access to an area few visitors see. Follow our wolf care team "behind the scenes" to learn about the socialization, care and feeding of our Exhibit Pack.


WildFamily Weekend          $75/adult, $50/child
(Member discount available) Prior online registration is required.
Explore the mysteries and science of wolves through family-focused activities. Stay overnight at the Center.

WildKids Day Camp           $45 (4-6 year olds), $115 (7-12 year olds)
Prior online registration is required.
Kids learn about wolves and other animals through a jam-packed four-day camp of hands-on indoor and outdoor activities.