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 School
Half-day and multi-day, overnight field trips for K–12 students that provides hands-on, nature-based learning.
Outdoor Education Fellowship
A 12-month paid fellowship for young professionals building skills in outdoor education, leadership, and public communication.
Summer Camps
The ultimate summer adventure for all ages—youth, families, and adults. Themed camps blend outdoor adventure, skill-building, and fun.
Nature Preschool
An early childhood program for ages 3–5 that nurtures whole-child development through daily outdoor exploration and play-based learning.
Outreach Programs
Eagle Bluff brings interactive programs like the Starlab Planetarium and Live Animals on the Road directly to your location.
Team-building
Engaging outdoor experiences and adventure courses that strengthen communication, trust, and collaboration.
Public Events
Year-round educational events and outdoor adventures at Eagle Bluff!
Campus, TRAILS & recreation
Enjoy hiking, birding, and outdoor recreation on our 250-acre campus, where scenic trails wind through restored prairie, hardwood forest, and the beautiful Root River Valley
schroeder visitor center
Open Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Drop-in visitors are encouraged to stop by the Schroeder Visitor Center for trail maps and information before exploring.
Trail Access
Access our trails daily from dawn to dusk.
As you explore, please follow posted signage and respect areas in use for scheduled programs and events.
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.
