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.
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We’ll Champion the Boundary Waters for the Next 50 Years
Celebrating 50 years of protecting the Boundary Waters from mining threats. Join Friends of the Boundary Waters in defending America's…
Announcing the Friends’ 2025 Photo Contest
Show us your Boundary Waters adventures. Enter our annual photo contest for a chance to win big!…
50 Years Strong: Boundary Waters Gala with Deb Haaland
Watch highlights from our Gala featuring former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland celebrating 50 years of Boundary Waters wilderness protection.
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 Boundary Waters Under Attack – Three Critical Threats
The pristine wilderness of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) faces immediate and severe threats that require your action now.
The Wilderness Engineer
Designer Pete Brautigam left his government job to create wilderness gear inspired by Minnesota's Boundary Waters, where extreme winters and…
From Pedals to Paddles
When Mike Quirk set off on an epic, 1,300-mile bike ride last summer to raise money for Friends of the…
Start Planning your 2025 BWCA Trip Now!
It's time to start planning for your summer Boundary Waters adventure. Explore the most complete online collection of BWCA resources.