Photo Gallery: Fall Colors in Quetico Superior Country
Autumn is in full swing across the Boundary Waters, Quetico, Lake Superior, Isle Royale, Voyageurs National Park and the border lakes ecoregion. We celebrate the fall landscape…
Isle Royale National Park
First wolves in reintroduction effort could be brought to Isle Royale National Park this week
Project begins to restore predator population on popular island in Lake Superior, as managers seek to balance natural forces.
Book Review: Iron and Water
Grant Merritt’s memoir tracks his life working to protect the lakes and land of Minnesota, describes the lows and highs of his many battles, recalls a pivotal period in Minnesota history, and reminds us why we must continue to fight to protect nature.
Martens make a comeback: Research explains how Isle Royale wildlife has changed over time
New study used DNA to determine origin of martens that returned to the island after decades of absence.
Park Service proposes expanding visitor facilities at Isle Royale
Windigo-area project now open for public comment seeks to accommodate growing number of visitors, replace aging buildings, trails, and other infrastructure.
Scientists say bird species in northern National Parks could be much different in 30 years
New study predicts that an average of 25 percent of bird species in America’s National Parks will change due to global warming.
National Park Service proposes reintroducing wolves on Isle Royale
Managers respond to disappearance of wolves from the wild island in Lake Superior, letting moose population explode with
Congress considers opening wilderness areas to bicycles
Disagreement about the bill hinges on whether or not human-powered mechanized travel is allowed under the Wilderness Act.
Remote lakes on Isle Royale are turning toxic and we don’t know why — yet
Scientists recently discovered more harmful algae blooms at the National Park in Lake Superior, a surprising problem for pristine waters surrounded by unbroken forests.
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.
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.
Not Gone Yet: Scientists Find Evidence of Wolves on Isle Royale
Tracks frozen in slush on a wilderness lake have given the first indication that at least a couple wolves are still holding on despite a crashing population and little chance of reproduction.
EPA Will Study Source of Air Pollution in Region’s National Parks and Wilderness
Agency pledges to investigate emissions from coal-burning power plant in central Minnesota. Reduced visibility in federally-protected areas in northern Minnesota and Lake Superior was the subject of a legal settlement reached last week by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and environmental groups.
Isle Royale Responds to Dwindling Wolf Population
National Park Service will undertake a broad planning process but no new wolves will be brought to the island to supplement a declining population at this time.
Public Input Sought on Isle Royale Wolf Management
Hearings this month will offer information and ask for feedback about how to respond to the decline of the island’s wolf population.
Researchers Call for Isle Royale Wolf Management
Three scientists have published an op-ed in the New York Times calling for the National Park Service to not let Isle Royale’s wolf population disappear. There are now so few wolves on the remote Lake …
EPA Might Step in on Haze Control
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may step in and require stricter regulations for reducing taconite plant plant emissions than plans proposed by Minnesota and Michigan.
North Shore Parks to Celebrate Lake Superior
Four Minnesota State Parks located on Lake Superior’s North Shore will feature special programs to celebrate Lake Superior Day next weekend.
MPCA Board Approves Haze Rules
The citizens’ board of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency approved a controversial set of rules intended to reduce the amount of haze over northern Minnesota.
Isle Royale Considering Wolf Options
Officials at Isle Royale National Park are considering options to address the decline in the population of wolves on the Lake Superior island.