Superfluous stars: Boundary Waters gets rare “Dark Sky” designation
BWCAW awarded prestigious Dark Sky status from international organization concerned with light pollution.
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Voyageurs National Park finishes two-year restoration project at historic sculpture garden
Extensive improvements completed as popular visitor destination is brought back to its original glory.
Book Review: One Summer Up North
Follow a family canoe trip in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, from entry point to last day on the water, that is beyond words…
Court rules that Minnesota pollution regulators obeyed law when working on PolyMet permit
Decision in lawsuit finds that agency tried to keep criticisms from public, but did not violate any statutes.
Lawsuit alleges pro-mining Congressmen pressured Forest Service on Twin Metals decisions
Environmental groups have added a new complaint to their lawsuit about how the federal government decided to renew mineral leases for Twin Metals. The groups say representatives exerted “undue influence” on Forest Service personnel.
Wilderness Voices: Betty Vos Hemstad
She delights in discovering the wildflowers of the Boundary Waters and was instrumental in the Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center. Betty’s passion for the beauty of life on the Gunflint Trail…
Forest management project will have noticeable impact on Gunflint Trail in years ahead
The Kimball Project will consist of logging, burning, and planting in popular areas along the scenic National Forest highway.
Encounters with moose
“Moose draw Minnesotans like a magnet. If they call you as they do me, the solution is simple: understand the basic needs of moose, dedicate the time, and you will find them.”
‘A Northern Light’ Patagonia’s new short film featuring the Boundary Waters
Intimate and lyrical production follows activist through wilderness as he reflects on its value and the threat of mining.
Wild rice season opens with worries about its future
The canoe country wild rice harvest opens, but the sacred grain is threatened by pollution and climate change…
Honoring Janice Matichuk, legendary Quetico Ranger
On August 5, 2020 we lost a wilderness legend. An ambassador to the backcountry, a passionate voice for Quetico Provincial Park, a trailblazer, a source of knowledge, a true hero. “What …
Rainy River restored after decades of abuse
Once badly polluted, the river that drains much of the Quetico-Superior region now boasts clean water and good fishing.
Great American Outdoors Act could help Voyageurs, Isle Royale
Major legislation will direct billions of dollars toward catching up on maintenance at National Parks and other public lands.
Bountiful beavers may be key to moose survival in Voyageurs National Park
Researchers say a large beaver population may save a lot of moose calves in the wild northern Minnesota park.
Non-native worms in Boundary Waters connected to campsites, fires, entry points
New study details how earthworms are spread by people, and controlled by fire.
Federal funds will support fight against invasive plants in northern Minnesota
Grants to two organizations will support eradication and education to manage non-native species.
Legislation includes measure to block federal review of Twin Metals mine proposal
Rep. McCollum pushes to prohibit action on mining upstream of the Boundary Waters. A bill to provide funding to the Department of the Interior in the next fiscal year would cover everything from the National Park Service to the Environmental Protection Agency…
Remembering Wilderness Hero Bud Heinselman
“Bud is one of our greatest and least recognized heroes. A giant figure in the battle for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness…”
Baby dragonflies serve as sentinels for toxins in National Park waters
Citizens and scientists work together to collect larvae and measure mercury levels.
Boundary Waters bear troubles lead to campsite closures, calls for camper caution
Rangers report negative encounters between wilderness visitors and offer advice to prevent problems.