Mondale and Roosevelt Call National Attention to Northern Minnesota Mining Issue
Bipartisan partners pen commentary for the New York Times arguing to protect the wilderness watershed.
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PolyMet Submits First Permit Applications for Proposed Mine
Company seeks to use water, discharge wastewater, and use dams around its tailings basins.
New Trail Completes Connection Between Voyageurs National Park and International Falls
The opening of the Rainy Lake Recreation Trail means it’s now possible to bike from the town to the park on designated routes.
New Leadership Announced at Superior National Forest
After Brenda Halter’s recent retirement, former LaCroix District Ranger Connie Cummins has been named the new boss.
Public input needed on decision about mining next to the Boundary Waters
Comment period opens up for major decision about the future of Twin Metals – or its end.
Man Fined for Snowmobiling in Quetico Park
Canadian pleads guilty to illegal motorized intrusion last winter.
Severe Storms Kill Camper, Injure Several Others in the BWCAW
A high school teacher who was the brother of a Minnesota Congressman died when a tree fell on him.
Federal Government Considers Rejecting Mining Rights Near the Boundary Waters
Forest Service offers chance for public to weigh in whether or not mines should be allowed in the wilderness watershed.
Voyageurs—A Must Visit National Park
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 …
Mining Update: First Months of 2016 Include Major Moves for Northern Minnesota Mining Proposals
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 …
Something in the Water Bent Paddle Brewing
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 …
Climate Change in the Northwoods, Part I: Talking About Climate Change
In a new series, Wilderness News dives into climate change as it relates to northern Minnesota and the Quetico Superior Region.
Public Input Sought on Designating Minnesota Moose as ‘Endangered’
The federal government has agreed to consider protecting the iconic animals as their population continues to plummet.
Watch: PBS Newshour Features Minnesota Mining Controversy
National television program covers PolyMet proposal and opposition from environmentalists and Chippewa bands.
Tree-Ring Researchers Discover Relic of Platting Process
Old tree trunk tells story of historic land surveys conducted by the U.S. government.
Rep. McCollum Rebuffs Mining Lobbyists
Twin Metals proponents meet with elected officials to make case for copper-nickel mine proposal next to the Boundary Waters.
Prescribed Fire Runs Wild Near Burntside Lake
Foss Lake Fire was lit by Forest Service but escaped containment and has caused the closure of one wilderness entry point.
Federal Legislation Seeks to Streamline Voyageurs National Park Management
Officials seek to consolidate land ownership in the National Park Service.
National Forest Forecast Favorable for Fishing Opener
Minnesota milestone finds conditions should be good for this weekend.
‘Large’ Wildfire Burning On Superior National Forest
The 1,000-acre “Skibo Fire” is about one-fifth contained in the midst of dry, windy conditions.