Events

🌎 Celebrate Earth Day at Prairie Woods! Get ready for a day of outdoor fun, hands-on learning, and nature exploration for the whole family! This year's Earth Day event features […]

This class is FULL - (Ages 11-15) Students must complete the online course prior to the Field Day. The firearms safety certificate becomes valid at age 12. The Field Day consists […]

(Ages 11-15) Your child will learn beginning hunting skills. Extensive hands-on instruction in basic safety and shooting techniques for rifle, shotgun, and archery. Includes Whitetail deer ecology, outdoor survival skills, […]

Prairie in Progress Handout: Watch the full workshop recording: A Workshop for PWELC MembersCome learn what’s growing at PWELC! Join us for a special morning dedicated to our habitat restoration […]

Help restore native prairie habitat! Volunteers will join PWELC and Pheasants Forever staff to plant prairie violets and spread prairie seed across our restored areas. These prairies will become outdoor […]

Keep Outdoor Learning Alive for 20,000+ Each Year In West Central Minnesota, opportunities for outdoor, hands-on learning are limited. Many children and families don’t have easy access to safe, guided […]

Dive into nature with a fun-filled week of wildlife exploration! Campers will discover local mammals and their tracks, investigate insects up close, spot local birds, and explore pond life through […]

WHAT’S THAT????? Let’s check it out! For three mornings we will explore the natural world in which we live. We will use hands-on activities and games to better understand the forest, prairie, […]

Join us for a fun outdoor adventure! Campers will enjoy kid-friendly hikes, nature‑themed games, hands‑on crafts, and plenty of exploration. Each day offers new discoveries—searching for plants and critters, creating […]

Help restore native prairie habitat! Everyone is invited to spend a morning at Prairie Woods helping to plant native prairie plants and bring back the wildflowers at Prairie Woods! These […]

Enjoy a classic family evening outdoors with s’mores, campfire games, songs, and stories at Prairie Woods. Gather around the fire, have fun together, and soak up the sights and sounds […]

Explore the power of earth, air, water, and fire in this adventure-filled nature camp! Campers will dig into rocks and minerals, study Earth’s creatures, and experience the wonders of water […]