OCTOBER 15 – May 12, 2019

_{Open Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.}

We will be closed on December 21, 22 and 23 for the holidays.

Daily Programs & Hours
(included with admission)

Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Specialty Programs
(small additional fee for after hours programs)

What’s for Dinner?
Saturdays 7 p.m.

*There will be no program on November 24 and December 22, 2018.

*Program times are subject to change

Learning Adventures
(Online Registration Required)

Wolf Family Rendezvous – FULL
October 19-20, 2018

Full Moon Webinar
Sunday, October 21, 2018 – 5 p.m. CST

Biologist Webinar: Moose of the Northwoods
Monday, October 29, 2018 – 5 p.m. CST

Winter is Here Webinar
Wednesday, December 14, 2018 – 4 p.m. CST

North Country by Dogsled
January 11 – 13, 2019

Zooming in on Wildlife
January 12, 2019

Wolf Family Rendezvous
January 19-20, 2019

Winter Expedition in the Northwoods
February 8 – 10, 2019

Wolves after Dark
February 15-16, 2019

Wolves and Women’s Weekend:
Northwoods Winter
February 22-24, 2019

Focus on the Night Sky
March 30, 2019

Tracking the Pack
April 26-28, 2019

MAY 13 – JUNE 9, 2019

Open Sunday – Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. CDT
Open Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. CDT

Daily Programs & Hours
(included with admission)

Specialty Programs
(small additional fee for after hours programs)

What’s for Dinner?
Saturdays – 7 p.m.

*Program times are subject to change

Learning Adventures
(Online Registration Required)

Working for Wolves – FULL
May 17-19, 2019

Working for Wolves – FULL
May 25-27, 2019

JUNE 10 – AUGUST 11, 2019

Open daily 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. CDT

Open July 4th!!

Daily Programs & Hours
(included with admission)

Specialty Programs
(small additional fee for after hours programs)

What’s for Dinner?
Saturdays – 7 p.m.

Behind the Scenes – Members Only
Fridays – 9 a.m. – starting June 15, ends August 10

Howling Safari
Wednesdays and Fridays – 8 p.m.
(August only)

*Program times are subject to change

Learning Adventures
(Online Registration Required)

Wolves after Dark
July 5-6, 2019

Jr. Wolf Biologist Mini Camp
June 10-11, 2019

Wolf Family Rendezvous
June 15-16, 2019

Jr. Wolf Biologist Mini Camp
July 15-16, 2019

Planning for Pups – Members Only
July 20-21, 2019

Wildlife Career Day
August 3, 2019

Jr. Wolf Biologist Mini Camp
August 5-6, 2019

AUGUST 12 – OCTOBER 13, 2019

Open Sunday – Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Open Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Daily Programs & Hours
(included with admission)

Specialty Programs
(small additional fee for after hours programs)

What’s for Dinner?
Saturdays 7 p.m.

Howling Safari
Aug. Wed. & Fri. 8 p.m.
Sept. & Oct. Sat. 8:30 p.m.

*Program times are subject to change

Learning Adventures
(Online Registration Required)

Wolves and Women’s Weekend:
Boundary Waters Adventure 2019
September 13-15, 2019

North Country by Canoe
October 11 – 13, 2019

Wolves after Dark
October 18-19, 2019

Wolf Family Rendezvous
October 19-20, 2019

Daily Programs

Ambassadors to the Wild
Want to know more about our Exhibit Pack? Join this program to learn about each of our ambassador wolves, their histories and behaviors. Then step into the world of wolf biology and gain a better understanding of wolf behavior and pack dynamics!
30-minute presentation

Arctic Wolves
As arctic wolves, Axel and Grayson have unique adaptations and characteristics. Find out what arctic wolves have that help them survive in such a harsh climate and learn how they differ from other wolves in North America. 30-minute presentations

The Canidae Family
It’s more than their looks that make wolves, coyotes, foxes and dogs different. Behaviors, diets and even vocalizations vary between members of the dog family. Come find out what makes each one unique! 30-minute presentations

Moose!
How can a moose tower in size and still be so difficult to see in the wild? Learn about this iconic Minnesota animal during this program about moose biology, current research and Minnesota’s changing population. 30-minute presentations

Wolf Enrichment
Looking for the wolves? Wolves typically try to conserve energy and avoid the heat of the day. During this special program, our wolf care staff will encourage our ambassador wolves to actively investigate new items in their enclosure. 30-minute presentations

Wolves in Wildlands
What role do wolves play in their ecosystem? How do they interact and impact the other organisms where they live? Join us for a look at these relationships and discover the importance of wildlands. 30-minute presentation

Note: Wolves are curious and will generally come out during a program in the auditorium. However, they are wild animals, so we cannot guarantee that you will see the wolves during a particular program.

Specialty Programs

What’s for Dinner? Saturdays at 7 pm
Adult Non-member  $7.50; Adult Member $5
Child Non-member (4-12) $5; Child Member $3
Children 3 and under FREE

Learn about the fascinating feeding behavior of wolves as you watch our Exhibit Pack dine, cache, hide or lay on a variety of prey.

Howling Safari
August: Wednesday and Friday at 8 pm; September and October: Saturday at 8:30 pm

Adult Non-member $9.50; Adult Member $8.50
Child Non-member (6-12) $6; Child Member $5
Not suitable for children under six. If you are participating with children under 8 years old, to comply with Minnesota car and booster seat laws, you will need to provide your own transportation on field trips.  Field trip locations are easy to get to, just follow our staff! Prior registration is required.

Did you hear that?! Learn about wolf vocalizations before practicing your own howl and venturing into the nearby forest to try howling to a local wolf pack. Don’t be surprised if they howl back!

Wolf Explorers
Child (4-12)

Learn about wolves through interactive games and fun activities. This hands-on program is designed for kids 4-12 years old. Guardians must remain on-site and with their child.

Behind the Scenes – Members Only
Fridays, starting June 15, ending August 10
Adult $10, Child (6-12) $5 
Not suitable for children under six. Prior registration required.

This behind-the-scenes experience gives members exclusive access to areas off-limits to the general public! Get up close and learn about the socialization, care, and feeding of our ambassador wolves. Participants will view the wolves from benches near the fence.

Call (218)-365-HOWL ext 130 to reserve your spot!