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Science Desk

What our research is revealing in the Boundary Waters

Nov 5, 2025

Continued protection for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness depends on ongoing, science-based research led by a dedicated team of staff, interns, and volunteers. Andrew Gardon, Conservation Biologist with Save the Boundary Waters, shares some of the work and passion driving efforts to protect one of America’s last wild places.

Campaign Updates

Threats to the Boundary Waters – November 2025 Update

Nov 5, 2025
Wilderness Perspectives

The Boundary Waters’ best-kept secret? It’s the people

Nov 3, 2025
Wilderness Perspectives

Hudson Bay Girls: Paddling the Path to Wilderness Protection

Nov 4, 2025
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Mineral Withdrawal Is Necessary and Appropriate Tool for Protecting the Boundary Waters

Jan 26, 2021
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Beginner's Guide to Paddling the Boundary Waters

Jan 26, 2021
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The Beginner’s Guide to Hiking the Kekekabic Trail

Jan 26, 2021
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Boundary Waters Trip Planning 2021

Jan 18, 2021
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Know the Issue

Saving the BWCA is key to solving the climate and extinction crisis

Dec 29, 2020
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Celebrating Wenonah Canoe

Dec 29, 2020
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A Year in the Wilderness

Wintering in the Wilderness

Dec 29, 2020
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What's next for the Boundary Waters in 2021?

Dec 28, 2020
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Dogs for the BWCA

Dec 26, 2020
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