More wolf pups survived the summer in Voyageurs National Park area this year, boosting population
According to researchers, estimates stay near long-term average as half of this spring’s wolf pups survive difficult early months.
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Report on 2021 Boundary Waters wildfire explains fire management options and benefits
The Fourtown Lake Fire was allowed to burn to some extent, helping restore a healthy forest and reducing firefighting resources needed.
Superior National Forest announces new supervisor
Tom Hall takes over as head of Superior National Forest, will lead federal agency through several significant issues in years ahead.
Black bears raiding campsites around Gunflint Trail lakes
The Superior National Forest has issued a special warning about black bears on several Boundary Waters lakes. Officials say they have received several reports of bears taking or damaging camping gear, particularly food packs.
Rep. Stauber bill would shorten environmental review for mine proposals
Northern Minnesota member of Congress seeks to speed up approval of mine proposals like Twin Metals.
Duluth man sets new speed record crossing Boundary Waters by paddleboard
Paddler covers 250-mile Border Route in five days, fastest known time using a stand-up paddleboard.
New methods to remove sulfate pollution from mining may help protect wild rice
New technology being tested by the U of M could remove sulfate pollution from wastewater and mining discharge, but will it be soon enough for wild rice?
Forest Service reports illegal trail markings on Boundary Waters wilderness hiking path
Vandals illegally blaze protected hiking trail in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Forest Service asks for information about painted markings on wilderness path.
More wolves, fewer moose on Isle Royale
Annual reports reveal wolf reintroduction is part of reason for steep drop in moose.
Isle Royale fire fully contained, closures lifted
Blaze burns small area on northeastern end of National Park, leading to evacuations and temporary closures.
New lawsuit challenges Biden decisions to block mining near BWCA
Lawyers argue most recent reversal should be overturned once again.
Kids and canoes: ‘No Boundaries’ program introduces youth to wilderness
Boundary Waters canoe trips can be life-changing, and foster lifelong conservation ethics, but out of reach for many young people.
Crew replaces wooden Stairway Portage with stone, works entirely by hand
The famous wooden staircase connecting Rose and Duncan Lakes in the BWCA was recently replaced with stone. No power tools could be used and the portage stayed open…
New Yorker podcast documents sounds and experiences of Boundary Waters canoe trip
“I came here with my recorder hoping to capture what so envelops me here,” says Alex Kotlowitz about the BWCA. “The mournful wails of loons at night, the lakes telling stories, the skies shouting…”
Canoeists cross Quetico Park on 600-mile Path of the Paddle expedition
Month-long trip intended to promote and develop paddling part of Canadian cross-country canoe trail.
Voyageurs National Park resumes operations as water levels drop
Some campsites and facilities are still closed, but a no-wake restriction has been lifted and boat tours have resumed.
New lawsuit alleges changes to Minnesota’s water quality rules put wild rice at risk
Fond du Lac and Grand Portage Bands file lawsuit over approval of revised state rules.
Congressional committee passes ban on copper mining near Boundary Waters
A bill sponsored by Rep. Betty McCollum to permanently prohibit mining copper and other sulfide ore in the watershed of the Boundary Waters wilderness cleared a key House committee this week…
Canada to resume remote area border crossing permits, allow travel between Boundary Waters and Quetico
Permits shut down due to pandemic will soon be available again to people paddling between U.S. and Canada.
Lake trout no longer stocked in northeastern Minnesota waters
Fishery managers say population is stable where possible, and not feasible in other lakes.