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Watching the loons. Photo: Kelly Darnell

Memories from my June 2026 Boundary Waters Canoe Trip

Jul 23, 2026

For two years, we've supported a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness adventure with The Venture Out Project. The organization provides outdoor adventures and skill-building opportunities to people who identify as LGBTQIA+.

Boundary Waters closure extension + how to help

Jul 23, 2026
Wilderness Perspectives

Finding Pride outdoors: Queer canoe trip in the Boundary Waters

Jul 22, 2026

Highlights from our 2026 Ely Garden Party

Jul 13, 2026
Dragon fly resting on hand (photo credit Nate Ptacek)
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Governor Dayton Voices Strong Opposition to Mining Near BWCA

Mar 8, 2016
Photo of Amy and Dave Freeman leaning over an ice hole in a frozen lake
A Year in the Wilderness

From the Freemans: Donuts, Visitors and a Polar Plunge

Mar 3, 2016
Photo of front of a canoe floating on water with clouds reflecting on the water
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Science Desk: Interactive Tour of Wilderness at Risk

Mar 1, 2016
Photo of Amy and Dave freeman looking through icicles
A Year in the Wilderness

Resupply Report: Winter Is My Season

Feb 23, 2016
Person digging an ice hole on a lake infront of a Boundary Waters sunset
A Year in the Wilderness

From the Freemans: Winter's Bite is Slowly Fading

Feb 17, 2016
Wilderness Perspectives

Sportsmen's "Fish Out of Water" Wins the Spirit of Film Award

Feb 9, 2016
Photo of dogs pulling a sled across a snowy lake
A Year in the Wilderness

From the Freemans: Challenges Make Lasting Impressions

Feb 4, 2016
Photo of 2 paw prints in snow on ice
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Science Desk: Winter Is Hard. Sulfide-Ore Copper Mining Would Make it Harder.

Feb 2, 2016
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American Angler: Risk vs. Reward

Jan 28, 2016
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