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Search-and-rescue crew recaps year of Boundary Waters emergencies

April 22, 2020February 18, 2020 by Greg Seitz

Respected northern Minnesota rescue squad responded to hundreds of calls last year, including almost 20 in the Boundary Waters wilderness.

Radar image shows severe storms moving through the Arrowhead the evening of June 19, 2016.

Severe Storms Kill Camper, Injure Several Others in the BWCAW

June 20, 2016June 20, 2016 by Greg Seitz

A high school teacher who was the brother of a Minnesota Congressman died when a tree fell on him.

Sarah Lake, Quetico Provincial Park

Several Quetico Lakes Closed as Police Search for Survivalist

November 14, 2018July 30, 2015 by Greg Seitz

Authorities are concerned about a man spotted on foot deep in the wilderness.

Storm Blows Down Trees, Injures BWCAW Campers

December 19, 2014July 22, 2014 by Greg Seitz

High winds cause dangerous conditions in northeast Minnesota on Tuesday night.

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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 >