Take Action
Sign petitions, contact your representatives, and let elected officials know the Boundary Waters needs to be saved.
Learn MoreBecome A Volunteer
Join our Citizen Action Network and stay on the front lines in defending the wilderness you cherish.
Learn MoreJoin A Trail Clearing Expedition
Spend a few days or a week or more clearing trails and shoring up campsites in the Boundary Waters.
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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.
A PRIVATE WILDERNESS virtual event with the Friends of the Boundary Waters and David Backes
David Backes, editor, will join a virtual event with the Friends of the Boundary Waters on Thursday, June 10 at…
Join Our Citizen Action Network
Join a dedicated group of supporters who take action on a number of fronts to protect the Boundary Waters. This includes: writing letters to the editor, calling senators, attending meetings, sharing on social media and more! Signing up is easy and you’ll receive exclusive updates on all the ways you can support clean water legislation and keep the BWCA wild for future generations.
Support Our Work
Your tax-deductible contribution supports various programs, from fighting copper-sulfide mines to bringing underprivileged kids to the BWCAW.