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The Quetico Superior Foundation established in 1946, encourages and supports the protection of the ecological, cultural and historical resources of the Quetico Superior region. About >

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QUETICO SUPERIOR WILDERNESS NEWS:

Reintroduced bills leave BWCAW protection in the balance

Two bills have been reintroduced to the legislature to address wilderness protection and mining practices near the BWCAW. Supporters of mining highlight its positive impact on local revenue and economic growth. However, opponents continue to advocate for protecting the wilderness and surrounding areas, noting that they contain some of the cleanest waters on Earth.

Minnesota DNR urged to reconsider environmental review for Mile Post 7 tailings project

The Minnesota Court of Appeals sided with an environmental group over a mining expansion project along the North Shore. They ruled that the MNDNR must reconsider whether an Environmental Impact Statement is necessary for the proposed expansion of the Mile Post 7 tailings pond. Northshore Mining is working to fulfill a permit allowing the company to expand the basin just 3 miles from Lake Superior.

FIRE UPDATES:

Wildfire updates, park and entry point closures, campfire restrictions. Learn more about prescribed burns, and the history of fire in the wilderness of Minnesota/Canada border lakes region. More >


PARKS & REGIONS

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Quetico Provincial Park

Voyageurs National Park

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FOCUS ON MINING :

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Stay up to date on proposed mining projects near the BWCAW and Superior National Forest Learn More >


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