Dear John,
We’re going back to court for clean water. The Department of Natural Resources found MN’s state rules inadequate to protect the Boundary Waters from toxic noise and light pollution, but failed to adequately address the threat this type of mining poses to water quality. We are going back to court to fight for clean water. Read more >>
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Alert: Twin Metals files case against the Boundary Waters. Antofagasta, the Chilean mining giant behind the Twin Metals mine, is attempting to resurrect their proposed toxic sulfide-ore copper mine on the edge of the Boundary Waters. Rush a 2X gift for the BWCA now >>
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We’re hiring! Are you our next Northern Campaign Coordinator? Join our team in Ely, MN, building grassroots support for permanent protection of the Boundary Waters Wilderness. Accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Learn more about this position >>
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| It’s paddling season! We've got Boundary Waters trip recommendations! Need a little help planning your trip this summer? Check out our resources and outfitter recommendations on the Save the Boundary Waters website.
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Test your knowledge. Grab your virtual paddle, and let’s embark on an adventure of your Boundary Waters knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a curious newbie, this quiz is the perfect way to celebrate paddling season and the beauty of summer. Take the quiz >>
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4th of July parade in Ely. Thanks to everyone who joined us! Our Ely summer interns recount their experience helping Save the Boundary Waters at the annual 4th of July parade. Read the blog >> |
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The Timberjay: mining issues to be aired in contested case. “DNR’s decision that existing water quality standards are sufficiently protective of the Boundary Waters assumes that nothing will ever go wrong— that no human errors will take place and that unforeseen natural problems, whether resulting from climate change or the ordinary vagaries of weather and geography, will never occur.” Read more >>
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Minnesota Public Radio: Ingrid Lyons, Executive Director of Save the Boundary Waters said, “There is an abundance of science out there that demonstrates unequivocally that this type of mining would cause really harmful water pollution to downstream water bodies.” Read more >>
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The Star Tribune: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has determined that Minnesota’s non-ferrous metallic mine siting rule is inadequate to protect the Boundary Waters Wilderness from toxic noise and light pollution. Read more >>
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Last month, Becky Rom, National Chair of the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, won the Outdoor Retailer Inspiration Award in the “Individual” category at the 13th annual Outdoor Retailer Inspiration Awards ceremony in Salt Lake City, Utah! Read more >> |
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The Star Tribune: "The climate is changing and the world's boreal forests, which the BWCA forest is, are one of the most flammable forest types in the world." What can we learn from indigenous fire management as wildfires become more common? Read more >>
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Get your tickets today: Boundary Waters Gala. Join us the evening of Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love, hear about the latest developments in the fight for its protection, and enjoy great company. Get tickets here >>
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Ely Garden Party Fundraiser: Less than a month away! Join us on Sunday, August 6, at the South Kawishiwi River Campground for this fun annual event. RSVP here >>
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Save the BWCA at Grand Marais Lions Club Fisherman's Picnic: Join us in Grand Marais August 3 - 6 for the renowned Lion's Club Fisherman's Picnic! Visit our table throughout the weekend. Looking to help out? You can also RSVP here to be a volunteer! RSVP here>>
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Join us in White Bear Lake for Market Fest on Thursday, July 27, between 6 - 9 pm! This is one of the largest community events in the region. Come learn, purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win a beautiful Northstar and Wenonah Canoe, walk away with cool swag, and chat with our team! Join us >>
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Stop by during the Blueberry Art Festival: Boundary Waters Connect is hosting a booth at the Experience Ely Expo portion of the Blueberry Art Festival July 28 - 30! Stop by and say hello or sign up to volunteer at the BWC booth >> |
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You’re invited to participate in our inaugural sticker design contest! Whether you're a beginner artist or an experienced graphic designer, we're looking for a sticker highlighting the Boundary Waters' magnificence and beauty. Learn more >>
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| Granite Gear art pack giveaway. Enter for a chance to win a custom, loon inspired Granite Gear canoe pack painted by Minnesota-artist Sam Zimmerman.
Enter to win here>>
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| All donations will be DOUBLED up to $10,000 right now. Don't miss out on this opportunity.
We need your help to defend the clean waters of the Boundary Waters in court. Make a 2X gift today >> |
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You could win a canoe for $20! Save the Boundary Waters has teamed up with Piragis Northwoods Company, Northstar Canoes, and Wenonah Canoes to raffle off two canoes. Learn more >> |
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| Trust for Public Land spoke at the Ely Tuesday Group this week. Representatives of the Trust for Public Land work alongside communities across the country to create, protect, and steward the nature-rich places that are vital to human well-being.
Watch the recording >> |
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| NEW Save the Boundary Waters Nalgenes! Get yours today and support the effort to permanently protect America's most visited Wilderness.
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Save the Boundary Waters
P.O. Box 625
Ely, MN 55731
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