Volunteers invited to collect seeds, combat invasive cattails at Voyageurs National Park
Annual volunteer weekend at Voyageurs will contribute to wetland restoration efforts.
Environment/Ecology/Nature
Ten Years After the Ham Lake Fire: A Forest Regenerates
In May 2007 an out of control campfire off the Gunflint Trail grew into a wildfire that burned 75,851 acres. Ten years later, the forest is at a turning point…
Researchers restore forests in northeastern Minnesota’s changing landscape
Nature Conservancy leads project to plant conifers in areas where they will best weather oncoming climate change.
Potential places to reintroduce elk are identified in northeastern Minnesota
Ojibwe scientists say area could provide habitat for the native animals, restore the ecosystem, increase tourism, and provide sustenance.
Prescribed Burns and Logging Projects Planned to Make More Moose Habitat
Forest Service proposes multi-pronged effort to get more of the young forests moose need for food.
Northern Minnesota Man Will Spend a Month Clearing Trails in the Boundary Waters
The Kekekabic Hiking Trail was severely damaged by a windstorm last summer.
Gunflint Trail Neighbors Save Moose From Icy Lake
Local residents rescued the animal after it broke through the ice in the middle of Hungry Jack Lake.
Emerald Ash Borer Creeps Closer To Wilderness Woods
Invasive bugs that threaten to wipe out Minnesota’s ash trees have been found in Duluth, not far from the Boundary Waters.
Annual Moose Survey Finds Small, Stable Population in Northern Minnesota
Scientists say the number of moose seems to have leveled off at about 4,000 animals for the past few years, which is less than half their historic high.
New Invasive Plant Raises Concerns and Questions as it Nears Northern Minnesota
Starry stonewort grows underwater and drives out native plants and fish habitat.
Open houses and virtual meetings scheduled for Isle Royale wolf reintroduction plan
Events offer opportunity to learn, ask questions, and offer input to the National Park Service.
Interview: Artist David Luke Shows the Boundary Waters’ Warm, Dry Future
New collection of images illustrates how scientists say climate change will affect canoe country.
DNA Study Shows Lots of Lynx Living on the Superior National Forest
Biologists have used DNA analysis to determine that the threatened cats are more common than previously thought.
Park Service Proposes To Re-Introduce Wolves on Isle Royale
Addition of predators would seek to balance moose population and its impacts on the Lake Superior island’s ecosystem.
Climate Change in the Northwoods Part III: What People Are Doing
In the last two issues of Wilderness News, we’ve taken a look at climate change in the northwoods. In this final installment, we look at some of the things people are doing to cope with and address climate change. In the Quetico-Superior Region, climate change is not something looming on the horizon.
Cold Winters Mean More Moose in Quetico Park
Researchers report moose population increases in recent years after a decade of decline.
Feedback Needed on Fish Management Plans in Grand Marais Area
Fishery managers are seeking comments from anglers and others about revised plans for several wilderness lakes near the Gunflint Trail.
Harmful Algae Prompt Water Warnings in Voyageurs National Park
Blooms of toxin-producing plants were recently spotted in areas of Kabetogama and Rainy lakes.
Report: Northwoods Bird Numbers Are Healthy, Mostly
The populations of most species are steady or growing, but there are a few causes for concern.
Fires Prescribed for Dangerous Deadfall in 1999 Boundary Waters Blowdown
Forest Service plans four projects this fall to reduce the risk of fast-spreading natural fires.