Group Programs

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What Programs are Available?

Hawk Ridge offers education programs suitable for all ages, from preschool to adult.  Programs provide up-close views of hawks or songbirds in the hand, which a lucky student then gets to release!  Check out our current offerings.

What Do We Need to Bring?

Binoculars can be a valuable tool for some classes, especially high school and older.  Our staff has binoculars for your group to use--just let us know!

Dress for the weather! Weather is always more extreme at the Main Overlook on Hawk Ridge. Cold, wet, miserable participants do not enjoy the programs that you work so hard to make available to them. Of course, it does get sunny & hot on the Ridge, too, so bring some sunscreen & a hat with a brim in case of balmy weather.

If your group is going to do any hiking on the Hawk Ridge trails, hiking boots are essential; at the very least, tennis shoes must be worn. The trails are very rugged.

That's it!

Availability and Cost?

September & October:  The fee for programs from our current offerings is $3/participant with a $60 minimum.  Custom programs are $3/participant with a $75 minimum.  Programs are free for corporate / organization members of Hawk Ridge.

November to August:  Programs during the "off season" are also available and can be arranged through the Hawk Ridge education director.  The fee for a 1-hour program is $3/participant with a $75 minimum; $30 for each additional hour.

How Do I Schedule a Program for My Group?

Try to schedule your program at least two weeks prior, to ensure availability. Because the weather is unpredictable, having a backup date for your program is also advisable. Programs cannot be scheduled on Hawk Weekend, which takes place the third weekend after Labor Day. 

Contact Education Director Debbie Waters at dwaters@hawkridge.org or 218.428.3539 for more information or to schedule your program.