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Forest Service finalizes BWCAW entry point permit cuts

September 3, 2023January 19, 2022 by Greg Seitz

After pressure on lakes and campsites in recent years, the Forest Service decided to cut about 37 BWCAW permits per day across 27 entry points.

Forest Service changes Boundary Waters permit process to increase Leave No Trace awareness

September 4, 2023April 11, 2021 by Greg Seitz

Permit holders will be required to receive training this year to help prevent problems seen last summer.

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Supporting the Protection of the Minnesota-Ontario border region and Superior National Forest including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Quetico Provincial Park, Voyageurs National Park, La Verendrye Provincial Park, Isle Royale National Park, and Lake Superior. More About Us >