Wilderness advocate working on trail run across Boundary Waters
Wilderness advocate Alex Falconer has completed the first leg of an attempt to run from east to west through much of the BWCAW as a way to increase awareness of mining threats.
Wilderness Protection
Measuring dark night skies in Quetico-Superior a first step in light pollution protection
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.
Prescribed fires planned this fall in the Boundary Waters to protect outside areas
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.
Twin Metals proposes using “dry stacking” mine waste storage technique
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.
Isle Royale wolf reintroduction moves forward despite doubts and difficulties
The program to capture, transport, and release wolves on the Lake Superior island — providing fresh DNA and predators for moose — has so far succeeded.
Teenagers from across Minnesota converge on Voyageurs for week on the water
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.
Lawsuits move forward against both major Minnesota copper mine proposals
Lawyers for environmental groups argued last week that Twin Metals’ mineral leases should never have been renewed, and that PolyMet’s land exchange was a bad deal for the public.
Water Action Day brings Minnesotans to state capitol for education and advocacy
Hundreds of people gathered in St. Paul to call for protection of clean water, draw attention to water quality threats throughout the state, including the Boundary Waters region.
Star Tribune editorial board calls for release of Forest Service mining study
Star Tribune says Trump officials should justify how they decided to cancel an environmental review and reopen the opportunity for a mining proposal near the Boundary Waters to proceed.
Former Minnesota governor calls for reconsideration of PolyMet permits
Arne Carlson and another retired official say new information has come to light that requires a review of how the mine proposal was permitted.
Summer volunteer projects provide chance to be a Superior National Forest steward
Public land projects offer opportunities to help with trail-building, portage maintenance, and much more across northeastern Minnesota.
Prehistoric copper mines and long human history earns Isle Royale national historic designation
Designated the entire chain of islands recognizes thousands of years of indigenous connections and creates opportunity to tell new stories.
Watch: Forest Service releases new videos for Boundary Waters visitors
Replacing the previous video that was required viewing for permit-holders, a new series of three short videos is updated in strategy, style, and content.
International body seeks to develop water quality goals for border lakes and rivers
Citizens asked to provide input on process to protect the health of waters in the Quetico-Superior region from a variety of threats.
Young Boundary Waters advocates go to Washington, D.C. to speak for the wilderness
Young advocates spend two days in the nation’s capital, sharing their stories and asking officials to protect the Boundary Waters.
Historical documents related to Twin Metals mineral leases support Obama decision to reject renewal
Newly-found records show government fought against long-term leases and put caveats on the terms to ensure expedient mineral development.
Members of Congress request details on reopening Boundary Waters watershed to mining
Two key Democrats have sent a letter to administration officials seeking evidence to back up the September decision.
Boundary Waters created out of conflict and compromise 40 years ago today
Watch an award-winning student film about how the BWCAW Act of 1978 came to pass, and learn more about the long road to wilderness protection.
Boy Scouts and other Boundary Waters paddlers collect valuable information about wilderness water quality
Partnerships with state of Minnesota helps gather important information about the health of canoe country’s beloved clean lakes.
Wilderness rangers from Canada and U.S. collaborate to maintain portages on international border
Crews from Quetico and the Superior National Forest met up in August to work on maintaining portages along the border, share skills, and build relationships.