Empowering people to care for the earth and each other through transformative outdoor experiences.
Welcome to Eagle Bluff
Located in southeastern Minnesota’s scenic Root River Valley, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has been inspiring care for the earth and each other since 1978. Each year, we empower thousands of visitors to explore, learn, and connect through nationally accredited educational programs and outdoor adventures.
Discover Our Programs
 Outdoor SchoolThrough half-day and overnight field trips, Eagle Bluff’s Outdoor School provides hands-on, nature-based learning that sparks curiosity and supports growth for K–12 students. |
 Outdoor Education FellowshipDevelop your skills as an educator through a year of immersive, hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional certification in outdoor education. |
 Summer CampsExplore camps for youth, families, and adults that build skills, spark curiosity, and inspire confidence through unforgettable outdoor adventures. |
 Family CampsReconnect at Eagle Bluff’s Family Camp, featuring activities for all ages like canoeing, rock climbing, and guided hikes. Enjoy provided meals, cozy lodging, and memorable outdoor adventures. |
 Nature PreschoolExplore camps for youth, families, and adults that build skills, spark curiosity, and inspire confidence through unforgettable outdoor adventures. |
 Outreach ProgramsBring Eagle Bluff to your community with interactive programs like the Starlab Planetarium and Live Animals on the Road. |
 Corporate & Team-Building AdventuresStrengthen bonds and enhance collaboration with Eagle Bluff’s team-building adventure courses. |
 Public EventsJoin us year-round for educational events and outdoor adventures at Eagle Bluff! |
Explore Our Campus
Nestled on 250 acres of restored prairie and hardwood forest, surrounded by state forest land, Eagle Bluff offers the ideal setting for learning and adventure.
Eagle Bluff in the News
Outdoor School For All Becomes Law in Minnesota
Championed by Eagle Bluff in partnership with Minnesota’s accredited Outdoor Schools and bipartisan support, the Minnesota Outdoor School For All program provides funding to support multi-day outdoor learning field trips for grades 4–12.
