Boreal Stargazing Week
Join us for a week of free activities tailored for students, families, and friends that will immerse you in learning…
Get Involved
Your passion for wild spaces and clean water keeps the Boundary Waters pristine and wild. Here are some ways you can help keep the Boundary Waters wild for this and future generations.
Take Action
Sign petitions, contact your representatives, and let elected officials know the Boundary Waters needs to be saved.
Become A Volunteer
Join us to make a lasting impact for the Boundary Waters! There are many ways to volunteer with the Friends.
Join the Clean Water Coalition
Help protect the Boundary Waters and Minnesota’s clean water. Join our coalition of communities, organizations, and individuals working to stop threats and defend our greatest resource.
Join our Citizen Action Network
Prove It First: Commonsense Protection For The Boundary Waters & Lake Superior
Minnesota is not a Guinea Pig. Before foreign mining companies put a shovel in the ground they need to PROVE they won’t pollute.
Attend An Event
From our Annual Gathering to auctioning off a canoe at a brewery, we host a number events each year that connect people and support the Boundary Waters.
Ely Area – Candlelight Art Night
Join us in Ely around the campfire for a candle-lit art experience. Try painting, drawing, and writing about the dark…
Oberg Mountain Candelit Snowshoe
Self-guided ski, snowshoe, or hike along luminary-lit trails, with a bonfire and treats to celebrate MN night skies.
Support Our Work
Your tax-deductible contribution supports various programs, from fighting copper-sulfide mines to bringing underprivileged kids to the BWCAW.
