Apostle Islands Kayak Island Camping

Located on the South Shore of Lake Superior, the Apostle Islands are known for sea caves, sandy beaches,…

Camping Trips

About Our Camping Trips From frontcountry base camping to remote backcountry trails, find your perfect camping experience on…

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Why Wilderness Inquiry’s Work Matters Right Now

If it feels like the world is running hot all the time, you’re not alone. Anxious headlines. A…

Making the Outdoors Accessible: Wilderness Inquiry in the News

In this recent feature by reporter Access Press Joey Carlson, Anne Strootman, Wilderness Inquiry’s Participant and Volunteer Engagement…

Apostle Islands Kayak and Create

New Apostle Islands Specialty Trips Want to dip your paddle in AND try something totally new this summer?…

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Life is Better Outdoors: Nature Dosing Helps Us Feel and Live Better

By Erika Rivers On an August day in 2019, I came home from work wound tight. I love…

Bringing People Together for 48 Years!

By Erika Rivers and Greg Lais On a gray May morning in 1977, a small group of strangers…

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Tents, Sea Caves, and S’mores: How One Trip Opened a New World for Emily

While Wilderness Inquiry is known for our inclusive trips for people with and without disabilities, sometimes creating opportunities…

Apostle Islands Kayak and Create Series: Reader’s Retreat with Diane Wilson

Join us on a kayak tour and multigenerational women's Reader’s Retreat in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore with…

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Taking Risks, Finding Calm: Patrick’s Journey with Wilderness Inquiry

This month, we’re celebrating longtime Wilderness Inquiry traveler and volunteer, Patrick McGuigan, who has been adventuring with us…