At the Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, visitors can learn and have fun, all while spending time in the beautiful nature of west central Minnesota. Founded in 1992, Prairie Woods is a nonprofit environmental learning center, committed to providing outstanding environmental education and outdoor experiences to people of all ages. Prairie Woods’ site encompasses 500 acres on the south side of Lake Florida, and includes an education building with five classrooms, a trailhead and a 30-foot indoor climbing wall.
The Gary Westby Observatory building sits atop Prairie Woods’ highest hill. Several beautiful spaces are available for meetings, family reunions, holiday gatherings and weddings. Also on site is the Gary Westby Educational Shooting Sports Range.
Memberships are available. For additional information, visit the PWELC website at www.prairiewoodselc.
org or call the office, 320-354-5894. Equipment rentals: Fat-tire bikes, kayaks and canoes will be handled on a reservation basis, made at least 24 hours in advance. If you would like to reserve equipment for the weekend, please call by noon on Friday.
PWELC does not have regular trailhead hours. Music Under the Prairie Stars: 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 5, 2024. An earth conscious benefit for PWELC, featuring locally grown and prepared dinner by the Green Mill and pies by My Kitchen.
Live music. A silent eco-auction will also highlight green items such as, locally made art pieces, dinners catered by local chefs, and packages f.