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Veterans have been defending Minnesota’s public lands and Boundary Waters for over 100 Years

Nov 11, 2026

Tell Congress to oppose bill that threatens the Boundary Waters

Nov 10, 2026

Minnesota has taken important steps to protect the Boundary Waters and its watersheds, but there's still more work to do.

Nov 9, 2026
Wilderness Perspectives

Living and working on the edge of the Wilderness

Nov 9, 2026
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What Governor Walz's Executive Order means for the future of the Boundary Waters

Aug 18, 2026
Ely Aerial pic with smoke in background

Boundary Waters businesses need your help: support economic relief due to recent wildfires

Aug 6, 2026
Photo credit Pam Wright

You wouldn't paddle without a plan. So why leave your legacy unplanned?

Aug 6, 2026
Woman paddling through Wilderness

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness continues opening up closure areas 

Aug 3, 2026
Watching the loons. Photo: Kelly Darnell

Memories from my June 2026 Boundary Waters Canoe Trip

Jul 23, 2026
Photo: Nate Ptacek

Boundary Waters closure extension + how to help

Jul 23, 2026
Paddlers head into the Boundary Waters. Photo: Tyler
Wilderness Perspectives

Finding Pride outdoors: Queer canoe trip in the Boundary Waters

Jul 22, 2026
Ely Garden Party

Highlights from our 2026 Ely Garden Party

Jul 13, 2026
Image by Pam Wright

Wildfires: How to support Ely and the Boundary Waters right now

Jul 16, 2026
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