Wildlife Science Center

08/31/2026

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The 1986 explosion at Chernobyl’s reactor four created, along with everything else, an accidental experiment on a question nobody would ever be allowed to test on purpose: what does a landscape do …

08/31/2026

How to survive a Monday, according to Sif —

🐾 Find the perfect shady spot
🐾 Get comfortable
🐾 Close your eyes
🐾 Pretend Monday isn’t happening

Seems like a pretty solid strategy to us. 😂🐺

08/30/2026

🐺 What words would YOU use to describe the wolf?

Strong. Resilient. Nurturing. Intelligent. Fierce. Devoted. Misunderstood.

Throughout history, wolves have been admired and feared, honored and persecuted, praised and slandered. The way we view the gray wolf is deeply personal, shaped by our own experiences, beliefs, and connections to the natural world.
And for many, the wolf has been a source of inspiration.
That connection is at the heart of WSC’s Women & Wolves event. 🐺🩷

Join us for a special evening that creates a space for women to come together over a shared appreciation for this incredible animal. Hear from the women of WSC and our guest speakers as they share how wolves have influenced their lives, passions, and careers—and have the opportunity to share what the wolf means to you.

The evening will feature a guided tour of WSC, guest and resident speakers, our first Q&A panel, social and creative activities, a catered dinner and beverages, and an evening howl🌙

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Wildlife Science Center
22830 Sunrise Rd NE, Stacy, MN 55079
🎟️ Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot while they’re still available!
🔗 : https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/woman-and-wolves-event-registration/woman-and-wolves-event-registration

Come share your story, hear the stories of others, and celebrate an animal that has inspired generations —
💭 So, we’ll ask again: What word would YOU use to describe the wolf? Tell us in the comments. 👇🐺

08/29/2026

🎃🐺Something WILD is brewing this October…🍁🦉

October is packed with exciting events at the Wildlife Science Center! 🍂 Take a look at what’s ahead, gather your pack, and mark those calendars!

Stay tuned to our social media and website as we share more details about each event! 🐾

The Wildlife Science Center (WSC) is a nationally recognized education and research nonprofit organization in Stacy, MN. WSC is home to wolves, bears, cougars, and other Minnesota-native carnivores, as well as endangered Mexican gray and red wolves.

08/29/2026

08/28/2026

🐻 FACT FRIDAY — PART 2: The Answer is… FICTION!
Despite their name, American black bears don’t always have black fur!

Black is the ancestral and most common coat color of the American black bear, but genetic variations can result in bears with coats ranging from brown and cinnamon to blonde and even white.
And coat color isn’t the only thing that can help distinguish one bear from another! Some black bears have a patch of white fur on their chest known as a chest blaze. The size, shape, and appearance of these markings can vary between individuals, making them a useful feature for identifying particular bears. 🐻🔎

We get to see this firsthand with our three black bear cubs at WSC! Each one has their own unique chest markings:
🐾 Our male cub sports the most prominent blaze—a distinctive “V” shape across his chest.
🐾 Our more confident female also has a partial “V”-shaped blaze.
🐾 Our more reserved female keeps things subtle with just a few small white speckles on her chest.
As these three continue to grow, their unique markings are one of the ways we can quickly tell who’s who.
How confident are YOU in your bear identification skills? 👀
Come put them to the test tomorrow during Saturday Open Hours! Our black bears are always happy to make an appearance for visitors! 💚

🌿 SATURDAY OPEN HOURS
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Wildlife Science Center
22830 Sunrise Rd NE, Stacy, MN 55079
🎟️ Adults: $10 | Kids: $8 | Ages 4 & under: FREE
🐕 Leashed dogs are welcome!
Pre-purchase your admission or pay at the gate:
🔗 : https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/wsc-admission/wsc-admission

Come see if you can spot the differences for yourself! 🐻🔎
📸: Mike Majerle

08/28/2026

🐻 FACT FRIDAY: Fact or Fiction?
Black bears always have black fur—which can make it difficult to tell individual bears apart.

🤔 FACT or FICTION?
Take your best guess in the comments, then check back for Part 2 to find out the answer—and learn how we tell our three growing black bear cubs apart!

📸: Mike Majerle
⬇️ What’s your guess: FACT or FICTION?

08/27/2026

✨An evening for women who are wild about wolves!🐺

Tickets for Women & Wolves are limited, and you don’t want to miss your chance to be part of this special evening at the Wildlife Science Center!

Join a community of like-minded women brought together by a shared admiration for wolves—their strength, resilience, intelligence, and nurturing nature. Hear from the women of WSC and special guest speakers as they share how wolves have influenced their lives, passions, and careers.

The evening will also include a guided tour, our first Women & Wolves Q&A panel, a social and creative hour, catered dinner and beverages, and an evening howl lesson with Peggy Callahan! 🐺🌙

Event Details:
📅 September 12 | 3–8 PM
📍 Wildlife Science Center
22830 Sunrise Rd NE, Stacy, MN 55079
🎟️ Tickets are limited—reserve yours before they’re gone!
🔗: https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/woman-and-wolves-event-registration/woman-and-wolves-event-registration?fbclid=IwRlRTSAT5YD1wZG9mAWZkaWQWUNHhOOOgYKO4F3CE1_xDdX-4K5iFEmV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5JjkBJY4c9r4DiPtHanBgnOG8Q5tHNv1gT4sBgQ10FKFb1vWGnH7ghHBpzhQ_aem_rpdHPeymHhD6ETvOikOuUw

08/26/2026

🎡🐺 The Great Minnesota Get-Together starts TOMORROW! 🎡🐟

The sunscreen is packed, the comfy shoes are ready, and WSC is gearing up for another exciting year at the Minnesota State Fair!

If you’re heading to the fair, make sure the Wildlife Science Center is on your must-visit list! 👋 You can find our booth outside the DNR Building near the giant fish pond throughout the fair.
And we won’t be coming alone! 👀

🦅 Our incredible ambassador raptors will be making appearances throughout the fair
🐍 Some of our reptile ambassadors will be joining in on the fun, too!

Stop by to say hello, meet some of our ambassadors, ask our staff and volunteers all your burning wildlife questions, and learn more about the work happening back at WSC. From animal care and education to conservation, research, and some exciting projects we’ve been working on, there’s always something new to discover!

Whether you’ve been visiting our State Fair booth for years or this will be your first introduction to WSC, we’d love to meet you! 💚

📅 Minnesota State Fair: August 27 – September 7
📍 Find WSC outside the DNR Building by the giant fish pond!

The WSC crew needs to know…. what are YOU most excited to eat at the fair this year?! Are you trying one of the brand-new foods, or heading straight for your tried-and-true favorite? Tell us in the comments! 👇🌽🍪

08/25/2026

👅🐺 Tongues Out Tuesday: Soaking Up the Last Days of Summer!
School is almost back in session, and we think that deserves one more weekday adventure! ☀️

🐾Round up the kiddos, grandparents, friends, or the whole family and spend part of your Wednesday exploring the Wildlife Science Center. Come see what the wolves are up to, visit our bears, big cats, raptors, and other animal residents, and squeeze in a little wildlife fun before backpacks, homework, and busy school schedules take over! 🎒📚

🐺 OPEN HOURS TOMORROW!
📅 Wednesday
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Wildlife Science Center
22830 Sunrise Rd NE, Stacy, MN 55079
🎟️ Adults: $10 | Kids: $8 | Ages 4 & under: FREE

Make the most of these final summer weekdays and come get a little wild with us! 👅🐺💚
🎟️ Pre-purchase admission or pay at the gate:
🔗 : https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/wsc-admission/wsc-admission