Ten Years After the Ham Lake Fire: A Forest Regenerates
In May 2007 an out of control campfire off the Gunflint Trail grew into a wildfire that burned 75,851 acres. Ten years later, the forest is at a turning point…
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Potential places to reintroduce elk are identified in northeastern Minnesota
Ojibwe scientists say area could provide habitat for the native animals, restore the ecosystem, increase tourism, and provide sustenance.
Thirteen Miles of Lake Superior Shoreline Protected in Canada
Nature Conservancy acquires 2,500 acres of rugged North Shore landscapes and will protect it from development pressures.
New Invasive Plant Raises Concerns and Questions as it Nears Northern Minnesota
Starry stonewort grows underwater and drives out native plants and fish habitat.
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.
Winter Weekends Packed with Programs at Voyageurs National Park
Event series includes speakers, hands-on workshops, and other ways to enjoy the snowy season.
Interview: Artist David Luke Shows the Boundary Waters’ Warm, Dry Future
New collection of images illustrates how scientists say climate change will affect canoe country.
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.
Boundary Waters Permit Lottery Begins Wednesday
Visitors wishing to use two popular entry points off the Fernberg Road can apply for their chance starting Dec. 14.
Climate Change in the Northwoods Part III: What People Are Doing
In the last two issues of Wilderness News, we’ve taken a look at climate change in the northwoods. In this final installment, we look at some of the things people are doing to cope with and address climate change. In the Quetico-Superior Region, climate change is not something looming on the horizon.
Writer Revisits Pagami Creek Fire Area Five Years After Historic Blaze
Outdoor News editor finds new growth and a lots of evidence remaining from the 140-square-mile fire.
Volunteers Needed for Trail and Portage Projects
Upcoming opportunities include events in Voyageurs National Park and the Boundary Waters.
Status Report: Border Country Birds
The loon’s famous song, echoing across wilderness lakes, makes solitude audible. It simply sounds like wilderness. Many other bird species also find the habitat they need to breed amid the forests, lakes, rivers, and wetlands of the Boundary Waters, giving unique voice to the wild landscape. Here, a tongue of Canada’s boreal forest creates ideal conditions for an array of bird species—for a few months each year.
Climate Change and the Disassembly of the North Woods
In an excerpt from John Pastor’s new book, What Should a Clever Moose Eat? Natural History, Ecology, and the North Woods, the author examines the impact of climate change on the North Woods and the personal responsibility that comes with it.
Climate Change in the Northwoods Part II: What Climate Change Means for the Boundary Waters Region
In this issue, we learn about some of the ways that climate change is expected to affect the Boundary Waters region.
What Climate Change Means for the Boundary Waters, Birds in the Border Country – Wilderness News Summer 2016
Read the new issue of the magazine, with stories covering thousands of square miles and wide-ranging topics.
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.
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 …
Guest Post: Blazing the ‘Path of the Paddle’ in Ontario
The work-in-progress canoe route from Thunder Bay to Manitoba crosses through Quetico country.
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.