Sunset view through a tent window with trees and a body of water visible outside.

Expand your reach by sleeping in a tent.

Scroll through this page for opportunities to learn new skills and make connections through volunteering, car camping, and backpacking.

Friends of the Superior National Forest Partnership

Our public lands need our support! For these projects, we’ll be partnering with the nonprofit Friends of the Superior National Forest (formally known as Northwoods Volunteer Connection).

These events are free, and camping is often provided. No experience is necessary for most projects. This can be a great opportunity to meet neat people, learn new skills, and discover cool places to explore.

The links below will provide more information and allow you to sign up directly with the Friends. Contact anna@adventureecologies.com after signup to connect to carpool or for help finding gear.

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    Isabella ELC Invasive Species Removal

    July 25th, 2025

    Join Anna from AE and Jo from the Friends to explore an old ELC campus and help to remove some invasive species.

    It’s bound to be an adventure!

    Learn more and sign up here!
  • Wooden sign labeled 'CAMPGROUND' pointing to the left, surrounded by dense green trees.

    Kawishiwi Campground Clean-up

    July 26th and/or 27th, 2025

    Join Anna from AE and Jo from the Friends to help with campground maintenance.

    This project is only 10 miles from Ely, a great spot to explore!

    Learn more and sign up here!
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    More Opportunities

    Interested in other volunteer opportunities with the Friends of the Superior National Forest? We may not have an AE representative at these events but they are bound to be fun. Thanks for supporting your public lands!

    Learn more here!

More opportunities to come!

While we probably could get away with operating small guided trips without the paperwork, integrity and supporting the public lands we use is important to us.

We’re in the permitting and licensing process for additional backcountry adventures. Join our email list to be notified when additional opportunities are available - likely 2026. Until then, check out the cool camping and volunteering opportunities above.

Thank you for your patience!