The Wilderness Canvas: YMCA Camp Menogyn
By Fred Sproat Wilderness is many different things to many different people; it can be a grocery store or a sanctuary, a playground or a classroom. It can be all of …
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ATVs: Revving Up for More Controversy
Management of All-Terrain Vehicle riding in Minnesota, especially in the north, continues to rev as an environmental and recreational issue. Despite a compromise law initiated by Governor Tim Pawlenty in 2003, …
Wilderness News Spring 2005
The Spring 2005 issue of Wilderness News is online and in the mail. Download a PDF here > Highlights: Evidence Suggests Humans Inhabited the Superior Quetico …
How to visit Voyageurs National Park without a boat (Part 3)
“Hey, bear,” I said after noticing the plump black bear sitting in the middle of the trail bingeing on that season’s abundant wild blueberries. I’m unsure whether she didn’t hear me …
Plan the perfect paddling and camping trip in Voyageurs (Part 2)
Planning a trip to Voyageurs may seem daunting at first, but it’s one of the most beautiful of our National Parks and a must-see. Check out our deep dive into maps, hiking trails, reserving permits, paddling big water, protecting your food from bears, where to camp and more.
Beginner’s guide to visiting Voyageurs National Park (Part 1)
Voyageurs is unique in that it is a water-based national park. Of its 218,000 acres, 84,000 of those are water. This includes 655 miles of undeveloped shoreline and more than 500 islands. All campsites and many of the sites within the park require the use of watercraft to visit.
Hike Minnesota’s best-kept secrets – Vermilion Gorge and waterfall
This trail is a delight year-round with raging water during the spring melt, wildflowers and berries in the summer, spectacular colors in the fall, and a wintery wonderland in the colder months. You’ll find the trailhead to the Vermilion Gorge Trail…
5 best places for stand-up paddleboarding in Northeast Minnesota
With 11,842 lakes and 69,200 miles of rivers and streams, it’s not hard to find somewhere to go stand-up paddleboarding in Minnesota. But in my opinion, the very best place to paddle is northeast Minnesota.
The most unique hike in Duluth that you’ve probably never heard of
Beaches, lighthouses, sand dunes, rare plants, and an old-growth forest make Minnesota Point Pine Forest SNA one of the state’s most unique hikes.
Winter magic at the historic Tettegouche Camp
Be transported back to the 1900s logging camp era in an iconic Minnesota State Park. The historic Tettegouche camp is only accessible by bike, foot, ski, or snowshoe, but you won’t regret the trek.
Magical history tour through the BWCA
Dig into the history of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, your next trip will be richer with an appreciation for how it came to be.
Wildlife safety tips for your next trip to the arrowhead region of Minnesota
Learn simple tips for wildlife safety to ensure your next trip to the arrowhead region of Minnesota is fun and safe for everyone.
Isle Royale releases wilderness plan for public input
The National Park Service proposes options for how to handle group sizes, campgrounds, structures, and more on the island wilderness in Lake Superior.
Plan the perfect BWCA day trip
There are few places in the world where you can experience the wild solitude and dark skies found in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. A BWCAW day trip is a great way to experience the magic of this special place.
New BWCA report calls for more public engagement
A wide range of stakeholders weigh in on how the BWCAW is managed. Interviews with dozens of wilderness users and other stakeholders resulted in new recommendations.
Tips for camping in bear territory in Northeast Minnesota
“When I started camping in Northeast Minnesota, I worried a lot about bears. Here’s what I learned after hundreds of nights in the northwoods…”
Retracing Arthur Carhart’s BWCA canoe route 100 years later
Three paddlers follow famous 100-mile route that helped shape the concept of wilderness.
5 great places to hike or snowshoe in Minnesota this winter
Winter in northeastern Minnesota is a magical experience. These five trails will show you the best hiking and snowshoeing the region offers.
Boundary Waters permit reservations available starting Jan. 25
The Forest Service urges wilderness visitors to plan ahead and secure BWCAW permits now.
The ultimate Northeast Minnesota winter bucket list
The arrowhead of Minnesota is spectacular any time of year, but winter is an experience you’ll never forget. In places that can feel quite crowded during summer and fall, you could go miles and miles without seeing anyone else.