Sunday, August 3, 2025
to Friday, August 8, 2025

ANR NORTH: Aug. 3-8, 2025

The western Upper Peninsula is a vast mosaic of geology, wildlife, wilderness, and history. This workshop will include daily road trips to explore the Porcupine Mountains, the geology and copper mines of the Keweenaw Peninsula, and the shores of Lake Superior near Marquette. Be prepared to hike and learn about science, history, local cultures and outdoor recreation. The Academy of Natural Resources offers educators the opportunity to learn about Michigan's diverse natural resources, discover current trends in their management and experience activities that bring knowledge to the classroom. We offer weeklong programs at two locations that qualify for SCECH (state continuing education clock hours).

Aug. 3-8, 2025

DATES AND LOCATION

The academy kicks off Sunday at 6 p.m. The week concludes Friday after breakfast. Michigan Tech's Ford Center, located one hour west of Marquette in the Upper Peninsula, provides a unique starting point to access Michigan's natural and cultural resources nestled in the U.P.

COST

$395 for the entire week, which includes five nights of lodging, 13 meals and all materials. Price is based on double occupancy. If you do not wish to have a roommate, single rooms are available for an additional $100/week.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: ANY GRADE LEVEL

Adventure Awaits!
The western Upper Peninsula is a vast mosaic of geology, wildlife, wilderness, and history. This workshop will include daily road trips to explore the Porcupine Mountains, the geology and copper mines of the Keweenaw Peninsula, and the shores of Lake Superior near Marquette. Be prepared to hike and learn about science, history, local cultures and outdoor recreation.

CREDIT HOURS

20-plus state continuing education clock hours (SCECH) are available through this program with no additional fee.

REGISTRATION (YOU MAY APPLY/REGISTER FOR BOTH ANR CLASSIC AND ANR NORTH)

Be a part of the Academy of Natural Resources North in two easy steps:

  1. Submit your completed application for approval.
  2. Upon approval, you will be sent the link to register.

QUESTIONS OR MORE INFORMATION

Please contact Kevin Frailey at FraileyK@Michigan.gov.