Wilderness rangers recently traveled through Quetico and Boundary Waters to take measurements of the night skies are, as regional efforts get underway to recognize and preserve its darkness.
A new report shares the results of a regional bird-banding effort that is shedding new light on the status of many boreal species.
Organizations say Court of Appeals process showed how Minnesota’s mining regulations are ‘full of loopholes,’ as demonstrated by PolyMet permit.
Fires will reduce the amount of flammable forest materials in areas hit by the 1999 blowdown, and hopefully reduce the risk that a wildfire could escape the wilderness.
Researchers release studies that show there is food and shelter and public opinion is in favor of bringing elk back to another part of their historic home.
Tim Walz talks about PolyMet’s new owner and Twin Metals’ future in a new interview, after staying mostly silent on the subject so far.
A comeback for eagles has caused a significant decline of osprey and great blue herons populations nearby, adding valuable understanding for future restoration efforts.
The Listening Point Foundation and other organizations work together to ensure perpetual conservation of Gusty Island, located near other islands included in a state Scientific and Natural Area.
Controversial copper mine in northern Minnesota will have to wait to move forward until courts consider possible agency cover-up.
A swath of forest was flattened and some park facilities received minor damage after historic storm.
Federal payments to local governments offset lost tax revenue from BWCAW lands, but the latest valuation of the Boundary Waters has resulted in a significant reduction.
Eighth District representative proposes legislation to revert to previous system for entry point permits, saying changes have hurt local businesses, affected tourism.
West Nile virus is blamed in at least two loon deaths this summer in the Quetico-Superior region, which scientists say offer an important reminder about dangers of the disease.
Company announces change in plans to avoid using traditional, less safe waste storage technique that nearby PolyMet proposal will use. Some environmental groups have promoted dry stacking but questions remain.
The program to capture, transport, and release wolves on the Lake Superior island — providing fresh DNA and predators for moose — has so far succeeded.
Seventh year of Teen Ambassadors program introduces kids who have not had opportunity to visit Voyageurs before to the park, and encourages them to advocate for special lands.
Researchers scramble up river banks, edge along muddy shores, and step carefully through woods with eyes on the forest floor in Northeastern Minnesota tracking terrestrial Wood Turtles.
Conditions are causing concerns about wildfires in northeast Minnesota, as authorities urge campers and others to exercise caution.
Minnesota’s iconic pine-studded northern forests are at risk and the habitat for conifer-dependent birds and animals is in decline. Crews and volunteers are responding by planting thousands of trees…
Advocates fill auditorium for government’s only hearing on proposal to remove gray wolves from federal protection.