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Campsite under the Milky Way. Photo: Jeff Anderson, jeffandersonphoto.co

We’re celebrating International Dark Sky Week!

Apr 10, 2026

We're celebrating International Dark Sky Week April 13-20! This initiative was launched to raise global awareness about the harmful effects of light pollution. Did you know the Boundary Waters was designated a dark sky sanctuary in 2020? Its exceptionally dark skies are one of the main reasons visitors return each year. We share some tips to help you make the most of your stargazing experience.

 

 

Celebrating 51 years of Voyageurs National Park

Apr 8, 2026

Give a Dam! Beavers and the Boundary Waters

Apr 7, 2026
Boundary Waters Legends

Sigurd Olson: champion for Wilderness protection

Apr 3, 2026
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Give to the Max Day Match Success

Nov 21, 2023
Nate Ptacek photo in front of waterfall

How has the Boundary Waters has shaped your life?

Nov 16, 2023
Kids sitting down by the water in the Wilderness

10 Tips for a Successful BWCA Trip with Kids

Nov 10, 2023
Birch Lake
Campaign Updates

Department of Natural Resources approves exploratory drilling plan next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Nov 8, 2023
Canoe on  South Kawishiwi and Birch Lake
Campaign Updates

Can you imagine a mine underneath a lake next to the Boundary Waters?

Oct 13, 2023
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Campaign Updates

Boundary Waters Gala 2023

Sep 28, 2023
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Thank you for a successful Ely Garden Party

Aug 10, 2023
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Wilderness Perspectives

Three little kids and their grown-ups go camping in the Boundary Waters

Jul 26, 2023
Loon inflatable on float in town

4th of July in Ely!

Jul 13, 2023
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