Curious coyotes, remarkable raptors, and howling wolves are just some of the animals to discover at the Wildlife Science Center. Include the Wildlife Science Center’s amazing wildlife in your group’s summer programming.
Home to the largest population of wolves in any facility in North America, the Wildlife Science Center is also home to black bears, mountain lions, bobcats, foxes, coyotes, reptiles, and birds of prey. The Wildlife Science Center participates in the study of wildlife on behalf of the wildlife. We also offer experiential learning opportunities to students of all ages. Participants unlock the fascinating lessons offered by the chance to observe a pack of wolves share a fresh meal.
Each visit exposes students to the resident animals with information tailored to the age, needs and interest of the students. Classes observe the variety of species/ subspecies of wolves in their family packs, displaying adaptive behavior and complex communication. Other wildlife enhances the experience showing very different skills and adaptations to climate and methods of food acquisition.
WSC is also home to a collection of meso-predators including raccoons, skunks, red and gray foxes, and coyotes. Their existence alongside a top predator like the wolf demonstrates a series of adaptive strategies that involves both hunting and being hunted. Reptiles and amphibians decorate Minnesota’s landscape and are part of WSC’s programming as well. In addition, WSC is also home to birds of prey – hawks, owls, and falcons – which are interconnected to the complex predator system of the wild. Each component of the on-site program builds on the others to paint a picture of the tapestry of nature.
- All private programs are guided by WSC staff members
- Programs are available at our location or in your classroom
- Available year round
- Program content aligned with Minnesota Education Standards
- Learning opportunity for schools, homeschool groups, scouts, library programs, park and rec groups, and other youth groups.
Nothing captures the attention and imagination of kids and adults more than animals. Many of our programs can be enjoyed off-site in your classroom. Several of our critters travel well and make for an unforgettable program!
“I truly enjoyed this field trip, and I’d even venture to say that this was the best field trip – ever! Your staff was very talented and knowledgeable about the animals and shared some powerful stories with us. We were touched by the history of some of the animals and felt empathy toward them. Bravo to you and your staff.
Much of the information you shared with us was timely and thought provoking. Our students talked all the way home about the unfairness of making wild animals into pets. Many students fell in love with the little screech owl, were instantly terrified by the yowling bobcat, and found themselves mesmerized by the hierarchy of the wolves and their howling. Thank you all for a wonderful day of adventure, fun, companionship, and learning.” – 5th grade teacher
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