Governor Walz Just Gave the Boundary Waters Its Strongest Statewide Protection, Ever
Learn about Governor Walz's Executive Order and its impact on preserving Boundary Waters amidst recent mining and fire threats.
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Pete Marshall
A Redesign Is Not A Fix: What NewRange’s PolyMet Mine Plan Changes Really Mean
NewRange's PolyMet mine plan changes move tailings and boost ore output. Why the NorthMet redesign demands a full new environmental…
The Senate Passed HJR 140. Here’s What That Means for the Boundary Waters — and What We Do Next.
The Senate passed H.J. Res. 140. The Boundary Waters lost federal protections — but this fight is far from over.
Fifty Years of Fighting for the Wilderness
In 1976, we fought for Boundary Waters protections. Today, the fight isn't over. Meet the organization that has never stopped…
Again, They are Coming After Our Public Lands
The House voted to overturn protections on our public lands surrounding the Boundary Waters. Urge your senators to vote NO!…
Start Planning your 2026 BWCA Trip Now!
It's time to start planning for your summer Boundary Waters adventure. Explore the most complete online collection of BWCA resources.
Why would DNR allow drilling near the BWCA?
Four compelling reasons why Minnesota DNR should deny Twin Metals' proposal to drill near the Boundary Waters.
A Big, Bleak, Beastly Bill
Public lands near the Boundary Waters were nearly lost to copper-sulfide mining. Learn how we fought back—and what’s next.
SPARKS: Nurturing a New Generation of Boundary Waters Leaders
Friends' SPARKS program empowers and develops young wilderness leaders through comprehensive year-round Boundary Waters experiences.
The Wilderness Engineer
Designer Pete Brautigam left his government job to create wilderness gear inspired by Minnesota's Boundary Waters, where extreme winters and…