Securing Sig’s Legacy, Mining Updates, Wilderness News Summer 2015
Cover Story: Sigurd Olson’s Legacy Returns Home By Greg Seitz The soul of Sigurd and Elizabeth Olson lives on at their home in Ely. The soul smells of fresh-baked cookies …
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Minnesota Student Studies “Best-Case Scenario” for Proposed Copper Mine
Award-winning science fair project explores a Wisconsin mine’s disputed legacy as PolyMet permitting approaches.
PolyMet’s Pollution Would be Pointed at the Boundary Waters
Discovery of incorrect data conflicts with assumption that contaminated discharge would flow toward Lake Superior.
Hiking Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park may be best known for paddling and boating, but for the hiker it offers spectacular vistas and a variety of forest scenery. The park has just launched a Hike to Health program and opened the new Rainy Lake Recreation Trail — two great reasons to plan a trip to Voyageurs…
Ely Man Sentenced to Jail for Basswood Lake Snowmobile Chase
Barney Lakner previously served prison time for his role as the ringleader of a 2007 wilderness rampage.
Environmental Groups Seek Maximum Moose Protection
Request seeks Endangered Species Act listing for dwindling population in Great Lakes region.
Intense Rescue Effort Saves Teenage Canoeist on Basswood River
Boy survives ordeal trapped in remote rapids thanks to a complex operation by emergency responders.
Next Adventure for Ely Couple Will Be Living in the Boundary Waters for a Year
Starting in September, pair plan to camp, travel, and educate from the wilderness for 12 months in an effort to help protect it.
New Draft Completed of PolyMet’s Environmental Impact Statement
Detailed analysis of the proposed copper-nickel mine will now be reviewed by tribes and other authorities.
Rare Butterflies Flock To Special Site on Superior National Forest
Restoring an open meadow near Two Harbors has successfully preserved habitat for several species.
Unlocking Lake of the Woods
The massive body of water on Minnesota’s northern border is cleaner, but it keeps getting greener.
Kayakers Can Quit Worrying About Campsites At Voyageurs National Park
New reservation system cuts out competition and makes the watery wilderness more appealing to paddlers.
Pair of Paddlers Will Promote Canadian Canoe Route
Students will travel hundreds of mile along a water trail across northwestern Ontario to publicize the ‘Path of the Paddle.’
Clearer Skies Coming Soon to Northern Minnesota
Lawsuit settlement sets stage for 50 percent reduction in harmful power plant emissions.
Before and After Leave No Trace, Northern Lakes Canoe Base, Wilderness News Spring Edition
‘Before and After’ Leave No Trace – Researcher warns of increasing impacts and urges end of axe and saw culture. Camps Feature: Northern Lakes Canoe Base, where Girl Scouts go to grow, Wilderness News goes Digital, and Meet the New Quetico Park Superintendent…
‘Before and After’ Leave No Trace
Researcher warns of increasing impacts and urges end of axe and saw culture in Boundary Waters camping.
Moose Numbers Are Surprisingly Steady in Voyageurs National Park
Kabetogama Peninsula offers a glimmer of hope for the rapidly disappearing species.
Rep. McCollum Seeks Legislation To Halt New Mining in BWCAW And Voyageurs Watersheds
Congresswoman announces bill to revoke federal mineral leases in Rainy River basin.
Potential Mining Pollution Puts St. Louis River on Endangered List
PolyMet proposal earns Lake Superior’s largest tributary an undesirable designation.
As the Boundary Waters Gets Older, So Do Its Visitors
Last year saw another decline in overall numbers, as the average age of wilderness visitors continues to rise.