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A green tent and purple hammock is set up near the lakeshore.

From Lakes to Latrines: The Fun Guide to Boundary Waters Etiquette

Dec 12, 2025

You’ve snagged the permit (whew!). You’ve wrangled the crew (big whew!). And now you’re ready to map out the rest of your Boundary Waters Canoe trip. 

BUT—before you dive in, let’s talk trail manners. A little wilderness etiquette goes a long way (seriously, don’t be that group). We're sharing a fun guide on canoe country etiquette. 

Solving Minnesota’s School Trust Land Puzzle in the Boundary Waters

Dec 5, 2025
Campaign Updates

Reflections on Give to the Max Day 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Boundary Waters Winter Camping Packing List

Nov 15, 2025
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SUP in the BWCA

Jun 13, 2019
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Campaign Update With Tom

Jun 13, 2019
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Rep. McCollum introduces legislation to study mining near BWCA

May 21, 2019
Photo credit: Steve Piragis (Photo of 2 sihlouettes paddling into sunset)

Poem | The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

May 1, 2019
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Wilderness Perspectives

Community Stories - Risking the Development of Our Youth

Apr 30, 2019
Wilderness Perspectives

Save the BWCA Ambassadors!

Apr 27, 2019
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Wilderness Perspectives

Volunteer Spotlight: Audrey Jewett!

Apr 24, 2019

Volunteer Appreciation Week

Apr 23, 2019
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Campaign update on the copper-nickel mining near BWCA

Apr 22, 2019
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