Climate Change in the Northwoods Part II: What Climate Change Means for the Boundary Waters Region
In this issue, we learn about some of the ways that climate change is expected to affect the Boundary Waters region.
In this issue, we learn about some of the ways that climate change is expected to affect the Boundary Waters region.
Read the new issue of the magazine, with stories covering thousands of square miles and wide-ranging topics.
Former MPCA official writes that White Iron Chain of Lakes have few natural defenses against mine pollution.
Severe storms wreak havoc on wilderness, blocking roads and portages and harming visitors.
Bipartisan partners pen commentary for the New York Times arguing to protect the wilderness watershed.
Company seeks to use water, discharge wastewater, and use dams around its tailings basins.
The opening of the Rainy Lake Recreation Trail means it’s now possible to bike from the town to the park on designated routes.
After Brenda Halter’s recent retirement, former LaCroix District Ranger Connie Cummins has been named the new boss.
Comment period opens up for major decision about the future of Twin Metals – or its end.
Canadian pleads guilty to illegal motorized intrusion last winter.
A high school teacher who was the brother of a Minnesota Congressman died when a tree fell on him.
Forest Service offers chance for public to weigh in whether or not mines should be allowed in the wilderness watershed.
The National Park of Minnesota’s north woods celebrates the Park Service’s Centennial. One hundred years ago this August 25th, President Woodrow Wilson signed into law the National Park Service. For the …
By Greg Seitz Gov. Dayton declares opposition to copper-nickel mining in Boundary Waters watershed Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has halted new leases of mineral rights on state lands near the Boundary …
Bent Paddle Brewing of Duluth joins the call to protect the planet’s most precious resource. By Greg Seitz The water of Lake Superior is famous for its beauty, depth, cold, and …
In a new series, Wilderness News dives into climate change as it relates to northern Minnesota and the Quetico Superior Region.
The federal government has agreed to consider protecting the iconic animals as their population continues to plummet.
National television program covers PolyMet proposal and opposition from environmentalists and Chippewa bands.
Old tree trunk tells story of historic land surveys conducted by the U.S. government.
Twin Metals proponents meet with elected officials to make case for copper-nickel mine proposal next to the Boundary Waters.