Historic photos celebrate centennial of Superior National Forest recreation plan
Forest Service notes anniversary of first major call to protect canoe country.
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Remote Boundary Waters outfitters connected to power grid after six decades
After decades managing their own electrical generation, federal grant makes power project possible.
What is the Boundary Waters worth? Counties and Forest Service disagree
Ongoing conflict focuses on financial value of wilderness and federal payments to compensate local governments for missed taxes.
Winter in Quetico Provincial Park
Picture towering pines silhouetted against a dazzling blue sky, and a layer of new snow spilling from the branches. Think Quetico is just for canoeing?
Connecting students to the dark skies of Voyageurs and Boundary Waters
Bringing natural night skies to more people is the goal of a mobile classroom and online camera.
Film about Emily Ford’s winter crossing of Boundary Waters to premiere at Banff Festival and online
“A Voice for the Wild” documents the Duluth-based adventurer’s 200-mile trek in February 2022.
Isle Royale National Park launches wilderness planning process with request for public input
Proposal includes possibility of new campground, reduced group sizes, backcountry campsite reservations, public use in winter, and more.
What to love about fall camping in Northeast Minnesota
Before you pack away your tent and sleeping bags for the season, consider giving fall camping a try, here are five good reasons…
Coalition creating more moose habitat in northern Minnesota
State funding is letting groups restore thousands of acres of forest to types preferred by iconic animals.
Cook County approves request to ban wake boats on Caribou Lake
“Wake boats and wake surfing pose a threat to the lake by causing shoreline erosion, turbulent disruption of lake bottom sediment, increased risk of the introduction of aquatic invasion species…”
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.
In search of the North Shore’s best fall colors at Oberg and Leveaux Mountains
Minnesota’s North Shore is full of jaw-dropping fall colors overlooks. Enjoy a tour of two of the best at Oberg and Leveaux Mountains.
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.
5 tips to enjoy fall colors in Northeastern Minnesota without the crowds
There’s a tiny window when trees in Northeastern Minnesota display epic fall colors. Here are 5 tips to enjoy the colors without the crowds.
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?
Grand tour of the North Shore’s newest campground at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
Tour the North Shore’s newest campground at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park with bonus tips of fun things to do in iconic MN park.