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Dressing in layers makes winter adventure safer and more comfortable. [o] Nate Ptacek

Layer up for winter adventures

Nov 4, 2026

Northern Minnesota is a winter adventurer’s paradise. But along with the beauty comes the reality of winter: frigid temperatures, plenty of snowfall, and conditions that can change quickly. Plan ahead so you stay safe and dry. We’re sharing layering tips for almost any winter adventure. 

Creative ways to make your gift to the Boundary Waters go farther

Oct 26, 2026

This is your Wilderness – Meet Mia Divecha

Oct 20, 2026
Campaign Updates

One of Twin Metals’ state mineral leases was canceled - what does this mean for the Boundary Waters?

Sep 14, 2026
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Bringing the Next Generation to the Wilderness

Nov 4, 2020
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Boundary Waters Election Update

Nov 4, 2020
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Boundary Waters Day: A history of protecting the Wilderness

Oct 21, 2020
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Pebble Mine corruption looks a lot like Twin Metals

Oct 14, 2020

Bruce Vento Tribute

Oct 7, 2020
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"What Trump’s new executive order actually means for mining in Minnesota"

Oct 5, 2020
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HR5598 passes out of the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee

Sep 30, 2020
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U.S. Clean Energy Transition Does Not Require, & Would Not Benefit From, a TMM Mine

Feb 1, 2021
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Help Us Get Out the Vote

Sep 28, 2020
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