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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. 

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Wilderness Perspectives

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Apr 22, 2019

The Campaign returns to Washington, D.C.

Apr 15, 2019

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Apr 5, 2019
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Wilderness Perspectives

“I would never go to the Boundary Waters without…”

Apr 2, 2019
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Welcome to our new Executive Director - Tom Landwehr!

Mar 5, 2019
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Nearly 100,000 citizens submit comments opposing mining lease renewals near BWCA

Feb 13, 2019

Saving the Boundary Waters with Colton Smith

Feb 4, 2019
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How to write a public comment!

Jan 25, 2019
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An open letter to Interior Secretary David Bernhardt | Kids for the Boundary Waters

Jan 19, 2019
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