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Road Scholar® Programs (formerly Elderhostel)
Summer/Fall 2013
at the Audubon Center of the North Woods
Come
enjoy the learning adventures the North Woods has to offer!
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Woods, Water and Wisdom: Nature Adventure at the Lake
Family
Program #: 4966RJ June 16-21, 2013
Cost: $515 adults, $415 children
(commuter rate is also available)
This is a family program this year, open to kids, parents and grandparents. Program intended for children and grandchildren from 9 - 12 years of age.
The forests, fields, ponds and lakes of Minnesota’s North Woods hold exciting environmental lessons for you and your grandchild. Search for reptiles and amphibians, meet impressive birds of prey, discover the hidden life of beavers and learn about the natural behavior of wolves. Feel the rush of adventure on our rock climbing wall and high ropes course, and enjoy making traditional Ojibwe crafts.
Highlights
• Take field trips to the North West Fur Post, where you learn about a colorful chapter in Minnesota's history, and the Hinckley Fire Museum, interpreting one of the most destructive fires in history.
• Examine pond water samples under the microscope to see what tiny creatures are living in them.
• Canoe on beautiful Grindstone Lake, go down a zipline and learn about outdoor survival.
Activity Particulars
Walking up to 1.5 miles per day; some uneven terrain. Canoeing and more outdoor activities supervised by expert staff.
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You won't find a better value.
Included at no additional cost...
- 5 Nights Accomodations 15 Meals (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 suppers) 1 Excursion 2 Field Trips 9 Hands-on Experiences 2 Lectures 1 Campfire
- Adventure courses including canoeing on Grindstone Lake, Rock Climbing Wall, High Ropes Course and Outdoor Survival
- Science and Cultural courses including Beaver Ecology, Wolf Ecology, Birds of Prey, Reptiles and Amphibians, Ojibwe Crafts and Games, Pond Life
- Field Trips to the Historic Voyageur Northwest Company Fur Post and the Hinckley Fire Museum
And more...
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Migration Mysteries: Raptors on the Wing, Wolves in the Wild, and North Country Settlers -- Program #5745R
| June 9-14, 2013 |
This session focuses on loons, eagles, and ospreys and includes a field trip to Bay Lake. |
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August 25-30, 2013
September 1-6, 2013 |
These two sessions have a special focus on hawks and includes a field trip to Hawk Ridge. |
Cost: $593
(commuter rate is also available)
Experience life in the magnificent North Woods as we examine seasonal bird populations; the region’s top predator, the gray wolf; and trace human stories and experiences from the original Ojibwe Indian settlers through French-Canadian voyageurs, and big-pine lumberjacks.
Highlights
• Witness the wonders of migratory events that stretch back through the mists of time: loons, eagles, and ospreys in June and hawks in August/September. Learn about life cycles, habitats, and special adaptations.
• At the Wildlife Science Center, observe a captive pack of wolves and their special adaptations and behaviors including communication styles. Deepen your knowledge and understanding of this legendary, beautiful predator whose howl sends shivers up the spine.
• Take field trips to museums and the Northwest Fur Post as we explore north country history through the eyes of the Ojibwe and subsequent exploration and exploits of French-Canadian voyageurs — colorful adventurers who journeyed by canoe to trade with Indians for furs — and the environmental and societal impacts of big-pine logging days of the 1800s.
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You won't find a better value.
Included at no additional cost...
- 5 Nights Accomodations 15 Meals (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 suppers
- Expert-led lectures: 5, Excursions: 6, Hands-on Experiences: 12
- Interactive programs about the people of the area including the Ojibwe, the Voyageurs and Fur Traders, and the old-time Big Pine Loggers
- Field trips to the Mille Lacs Ojibwe Museum, Wildlife Science Center, Northwest Company Fur Post, Hinckley Fire Museum, Hawk Ridge and Duluth.
- MN is home to the largest population of wolves in the lower U.S. We'll explore this fascinating animal's ecology and visit a wolf research facility
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For
more information about the Audubon Center Road Scholar Programs please
email audubon1@audubon-center.org
or call 1-888-404-7743.
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Dining
& Accommodations
Our chef,
Tom Stelter, has an extensive background in the restaurant
business. Tom selects each and every dish to ensure the most
pleasant dining experience possible.
The Audubon Center offers delicious meals throughout the day,
prepared fresh to satisfy every palate. Each meal includes
a variety of exceptional cuisine, as well as fruit, salad
and bread. Meals are served cafeteria style. Sample Menu Items
Breakfast
A Variety of Classic Favorites
Eggs
Fritter French Toast
Maple Links
Fresh Fruits
Cereals
Yogurt
Juices |
Lunch
Light & Healthy Options
Caesar Wraps
Soups
Sandwiches
Fresh Fruit
Salad Bar |
Dinner
From Vegetarian to Comfort Foods
Pasta Dishes
Stir Fry
Roast Beef
Chicken
Fish
Assorted Organic Breads
Fresh Fruit
Salad Bar |
Crosby
Lodge. Each room sleeps up to 8 people, though we
assign only one couple or two adults (or families) per room for Elderhostels.
The rooms feature solid wood bunks, and private bathroom facilities.
Two rooms are wheelchair accessible. This Lodge has capacity
for 112 guests.
Blandin Dining Hall |
Crosby
Lodge Dormitory |
Our
Mission:
To instill a connection and commitment
to the environment in people of all
communities through experiential learning.
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Our
Vision:
A healthy planet where all people
live in
balance with the Earth.
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Our
Core Values:
* We demonstrate respect, care and passion for the earth, all people and all living things
* We strive for excellence in everything we do through integrity, open communication and teamwork
* Individuals are valued, engaged and appreciated for their unique contributions
* We believe in life-long learning through positive shared experiences with the natural world
* Our efforts encourage others to recognize their interconnectedness with the earth through their actions
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