PWELC PUBLIC PROGRAMING OFFERINGS



****PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES****
        Call 320-354-5894 to Register



Challenge Course Programs - Must pre-register for all classes - Call 320-354-5894

Climbing Wall - Rockin' Wenesday! (Team Building Activities & Indoor Climbing Wall) Call ahead to register a group
Are you looking for a fun youth group activity that will help increase confidence, problem solving skills and provide a teambuilding experience? Climbing is an amazing activity for youth that not only builds physical strength but also helps navigate mental challenges both on and off the wall. Experienced staff will provide team building for your group. Great for youth groups, sports teams, scouts, clubs and family outings.  
Date: Wednesdays 
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Indoor Climbing Wall at the Main Educatio Building
Cost: $175 for groups of 15 or less (call to inquire about larger groups)
Ages: Almost All


Indoor Rock Climbing
Climbing offers a chance to challenge yourself both physically and mentally. Rock climbing is a true adventure sport. Beginners can learn about the sport, exercise, and have fun! Experienced climbers can come train and refine their skills. The Prairie Woods ELC instructors are here to help every climber reach new heights! Equipment will be provided. Meet at the PWELC Main Building.
*Registration required for each session*
Dates: 2024
Thursday, March 28
Thursday, June 6
Thursday, July 11
Thursday, August 8

Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm
Location: Indoor Climbing Wall at the Main Education Building

Cost: $10 per climber for each class
Ages: k-12th Grade


Outdoor Adventure Day
Get outside for this all day adventure! Enjoy some of Prairie Woods' favorite activites by spending the day at the Outdoor Climbing Wall, swinging high on the Flying Squirrel, paddling the Lake Florida slough, shooting Archery, Fat-tire Biking the trails and if there's still time, shelter building and fire starting at Survival Class. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, water bottle, sun screen and bug spray.
Dates:
Tuesday, July 23
Thursday, August 15

Time: 9am-4pm
Location: PWELC Farmsite

Cost: $45 per class
Ages: 5th-10th grade




Environmental Education Programs - Must pre-register for all classes - Call 320-354-5894

Paddle the Crow
Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District & PWELC will once again partner to get people out on the Crow River in New London. We will provide canoes, life jackets and river knowledge for the paddle. 
Date: Saturday, June 1
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: DNR Dock on the Mill Pond in downtown New London

Cost: $10/person or $25/family max
Ages: All (minors must be accompanied by a participating adult)


Sunset Paddle
Come enjoy the solitude of a Prairie Woods' wetland while watching the sun set and the full moon rise! Canoe or kayak, paddles, life jackets and instruction provided by Prairie Woods ELC. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Date: Friday, June 21
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: PWELC Farmsite

Cost: $15/adult & $5/youth
Ages: All


Nature Days
What's That?! Let's check it out! For 3 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 and the wetlands at Prairie Woods. Bring snacks, water bottle, sun screen and bug spray.
Date: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, June 25, 26, 27
Time: 8:30am-11:30am
Cost: $60
Ages:k-3rd Grade


Earth Day Celebration…Everyone
Open to all
Come CELEBRATE EARTH DAY a fun and educational experience for the whole family. Booths, exhibits, and activities offer information about water quality, energy efficiency, land management, and much more. Hemker Zoo will present "Zoo to You."
Enjoy entertainment, kid activities and information about “greening” your life. Food available for purchase from Kandiland Food Truck & Kandiyohi County 4-H.
No pre-registration necessary.
Date: Saturday, April 20th
Time: 12-4pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All


PWELC Sampler

Come experience what Prairie Woods ELC has to offer. We will visit the Log Cabin to see how people lived "back in the day", Climb the wall, Track some animals, Dig in the pond, Collect insects and learn Outdoor Survival Skills. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, water bottle, sun screen and bug spray.
Dates:
Tuesday, July 23
Thursday, August 15

Time: 9am-4pm
Location: PWELC Farmsite

Cost: $35 per class
Ages: 1st-4th grade



Time Travel Programs - Must pre-register for all classes - Call 320-354-5894





Shooting Sports - Must pre-register for all classes - Call 320-354-5894

After School Archery
Ages: 4th grade and up  
It is a lot of fun learning and practicing the skill of archery. We will be using compound bows to improve our skills. All while aiming to have a great time. (meet at farmsite)
 Date: 2024 TBD
Time: 4:00-5:30pm
Cost: $15/person/session or $30 total for all 3 sessions

MN DNR Firearm Safety Field Day for online Course.
This class is the required field day for youth that have completed the MN DNR Fireare Safety Online Course.
Date: Saturday, April 27
Time:7am-4pm
Cost: $7.50
Age: 11years and up




Youth Sporting Clay & .22 Shoot - Sponsored by Pheasants Forever.
Ages: 11-16
This is a great oppourtunity to shoot for the 1st time OR improve your already existing shooting skills. Safe gun handling instruction will be included in this class. Firearms, Shells, and targets will be provided. You may bring your own 12 or 20ga shotgun. Meal to follow program (Meet at Westby shooting range)
Date: Saturday, August 10th
Time: 9am-Noon
Cost: $5


MDHA FORKHORN I CAMP (Day Camp format)
Camp is open to 11-15 year olds.
This camp is designed to teach beginning hunting skills. It will provide extensive hands-on instruction in basic safety and shooting techniques for rifle, shotgun, and archery. It will also include classes on Whitetail deer ecology, outdoor survival skills, and Hunters ethics along with traditional camp activities like canoeing and rock climbing.MN DNR Firearm Safety Certification included.
Dates: June 10th -14th 2024
Monday - Thursday hours will be 9:00-4:00
Friday 9:00-12:00 (range day)
Cost: $350





BIRTHDAY PARTIES....Everyone with a special birthday deserves a special get-together.
Let Prairie Woods help you create great birthday party memories.

Check out our birthday themes:

Indoor Climbing Wall, Archery, Nature Scavenger Hunt, Pioneer Cabin, XC ski, snowshoe, canoeing or ??   Give us a call!

Forget the hassle of cleaning up your house before (and after) the party.   Let us help! 
For a 2 hour event, staff provides 1 1/2 hours of programming with the final 1/2 hour for you to open presents and/or eat.
Costs start at $115 for up to 12 children.


Please call for more details. 320-354-5894