The Reserve’s education program is a core component of our commitment to elevating the public connection to freshwater resources and the Lake Superior watershed and its estuaries. We utilize place-based and outdoor learning and effective environmental communication and media to support schools, educators and youth in learning about and experiencing Lake Superior. Combined with The Lake Superior Estuarium, an interpretive center open to the public, our education program ultimately provides a vital community resource by strengthening regional schools, encouraging collaboration between communities and supporting the local economy.
Explore Our Estuary!
Let Reserve Education Staff bring the estuary alive for your group or class, request a program today!
Education Staff
Teacher Professional Development
Bringing the Lake Superior watershed to life in regional K–12 classrooms
Our signature K–12 education program improves learning through integrated outdoor and environmental education. Through the program, we provide professional development for teachers through field experiences, extended resources and year-long mentoring and support.
Rivers2Lake teachers come from all over the St. Louis River watershed and Lake Superior coast. Browse our story map to get an idea of the scope of the project and what our teachers’ work looks like on the ground before and during the school year.
News
Congress Extends Funding For Clean Up Efforts On The Great Lakes
Dec 21st, 2020, Wisconsin Public Radio
Great Lakes Estuaries, rich ecosystems in our backyard
Oct 11th, 2020, Agate Online Magazine
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve: Good for Nature, Communities and Business
Education Resources
The Lake Superior Estuarium
Enjoy, explore, experience!
The Estuarium doors are closed for the health and safety of our staff and visitors, but we are opening our virtual doors to our guests. Enjoy, explore, and experience the Estuarium from the comfort of your own home.
