Wilderness Inquiry

What happens when you give Minneapolis Girl Scouts a sunny June day at Bde Maka Ska? Canoes, campfires, and a whole lot of “I did it!” moments.

Troops joined Wilderness Inquiry guides for a full day on land and water — paddling, a nature hike, and fire building with s’mores — laughing and learning side by side.

For many, it was their first time in a canoe or their first time seeing their own city from the lake. With our canoes and calm, steady support from guides, every scout had a real role to play and a safe way to take part.

Days like this are why we do what we do: helping youth feel that the outdoors is for them, right where they live.

📍 Bde Maka Ska, Minneapolis
👧🏽👧🏿👧🏼 Minneapolis Girl Scouts
🛶 Wilderness Inquiry – everyone belongs outdoors

Want a day like this for your school, youth group, or organization? Drop us a message or visit https://wildernessinquiry.org/programs/canoemobile/ to plan an inclusive day on the water close to home.

Still looking for your national park adventure this summer? 🦬

On Wilderness Inquiry’s Yellowstone family trips this August, you’ll hike trails to colorful hot springs and waterfalls, watch for bison and elk, and end each day swapping stories and jokes around the campfire. We handle the planning, park logistics, and gear so you can focus on being together in our country’s first national park.

Learn more and book your spot at the link below.
https://wildernessinquiry.org/trip/yellowstone-family-adventure/



📸- Roo Way

Leave the crowds behind and spend a week backpacking through one of America’s most remote national parks. 🫎🐺

On Wilderness Inquiry’s Isle Royale Backpack Adventure August 18-23, you’ll ferry across Lake Superior to a wild island of rocky shorelines, quiet forests, and big night skies. Hike from campsite to campsite with a small group, watch for moose tracks along the trail, and fall asleep to the sound of waves. We handle route planning, permits, and outdoor gear to take the hassle out of planning a backpacking trip yourself.

Learn more and register at the link below. But hurry—only a few spots are left!
https://wildernessinquiry.org/trip/isle-royale-backpack/



📸- Corrina Stadler

The Flame of Hope, carried by community. 🔥🌊

On Saturday, Wilderness Inquiry had the honor of hosting the Special Olympics Flame of Hope on its final leg across the Mississippi River — paddling side by side with Special Olympics athletes and Minnesota law enforcement.

Courage. Inclusion. Limitless potential.
That’s what this flame represents — and what we see in every athlete who shows up, gives their all, and lights the way for all of us.

Here’s to a world where everyone belongs on the water and on a team.