Announcing the Friends’ 2024 Photo Contest
Our annual photo contest is back! Send us your best Boundary Waters photos for a chance to win one of…
The Boundary Waters Blog
It Takes a Community: Building an Outdoor Education Program in the North
Connecting local youth with wilderness experiences through partnerships, day trips, and overnight adventures.
How to Enjoy Fall in the Boundary Waters
Experience fall magic in the Boundary Waters! No bugs, fewer crowds, and stunning colors await. Learn why autumn is the…
1999 BWCA Blowdown – A Storm Like No Other
Revisit the 1999 BWCA Blowdown in Cary Griffith’s “Gunflint Falling,” with fascinating survivor stories, rescues and a forest’s recovery.
New Mountain Biking Opportunities in Ely, Minnesota
Ely, Minnesota, boasts 9.4 miles of world-class mountain biking trails, attracting riders nationwide and boosting the town’s outdoor economy.
From the Boundary Waters to the Iditarod
Follow a young woman’s journey from dog sledding in the Boundary Waters to racing in the Iditarod, the most famous…
Cross Country Skiing in the Boundary Waters
Some of the best cross country skiing in the country is in or around the Boundary Waters. Learn more about…
2023 Holiday Gift Guide for the Canoe Paddler in your Life
Welcome to another year of our annual Holiday Gift Guide! If you’re here, there’s probably a paddler or Boundary Waters…
BWCA Food — State Fair Style
There are a few things that are synonymous with Minnesota: The Boundary Waters, Prince, and of course, the Great Minnesota…