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Franconia Minerals’ plan to drill just upstream of the Boundary Waters was approved by the Department of Natural Resources last week. Franconia Minerals, a subsidiary of Twin Metals Minnesota LLC, is undertaking this exploratory drilling to advance a mine under Birch Lake. Twin Metals has pried open the door to drilling on vulnerable state and private lands next to the Boundary Waters, short-circuiting our ongoing Minnesota Environmental Rights Act (MERA) lawsuit. We eagerly await a contested case hearing for the lawsuit in the spring. Read more >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] The Star Tribune: Dangerous exploratory mining proposal approved. "By allowing Twin Metal's latest plan when there are still legal questions about siting a mine in this area, "this is shortcutting the process," said Ingrid Lyons, Executive Director of Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness." Read more >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] Minnesota Public Radio: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Monday approved a plan by Franconia Minerals, a subsidiary of Twin Metals, to drill several exploratory holes. Three are located on the edge of Birch Lake, which flows into the Boundary Waters. Read more >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] MinnPost: Minnesota DNR gives Twin Metals the green light for exploratory drilling near Boundary Waters. “It’s a perfect example of why we need protection on both state and federal lands,” said Ingrid Lyons, executive director of Save the Boundary Waters, of the DNR’s decision. Read more >> [[link removed]]
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We are in D.C. this week to protect the Boundary Waters watershed from rampant attacks right now. Canoe Country is up against significant threats. Representative Stauber and his anti-Wilderness cronies in Congress are doing everything they can to reverse the 20-year ban on mining protections we achieved earlier this year, including attaching sneaky riders and amendments onto must-pass budget bills. Help us defend the BWCA >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] On Friday, November 3, Twin Metals filed to reverse our recent legal win. We, along with 10 local businesses & 4 conservation groups - WON a lawsuit in which we intervened on the side of the US gov. But, Twin Metals filed to appeal this decision. Read more >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] CBS News features Save the Boundary Waters. WCCO, Minnesota’s local CBS News station, highlighted how Save the Boundary Waters built a movement over the past decade that brought Minnesota’s sulfide-ore copper mining threat to the national spotlight. You've played a vital role in this journey. Watch the segments >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] This summer, our team collaborated with Pohle Creative to produce a video series highlighting the breathtaking beauty of the Boundary Waters and the charming community of Ely. The series captures the magic of this wilderness and showcases the unique experiences to explore. Get a first look >> [[link removed]]
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Give to the Max Day is next Thursday, November 16! This is Minnesota and Save the Boundary Waters’ largest day of giving. Early giving is currently underway! Your gift will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $150,000. Take advantage of this rare opportunity and donate now to double your impact>> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] Save the Date: Boundary Waters Gala with Jessie Diggins! We're thrilled that Minnesota’s own Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion cross country skier Jessie Diggins will be the keynote speaker at our gala on May 2, 2024. She grew up going to the BWCA and is passionate about protecting it. Tickets on sale soon - be first to find out >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] Shop to support: Save the Boundary Waters has incredible small business partners that give back to the Campaign by donating a portion of their proceeds throughout the year! Check out the full list here [[link removed]] , and consider doing your holiday shopping while also supporting great causes. Interested in adding your business? Contact us here >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] Campaign Update Webinar: Join Save the Boundary Waters staff on November 16 at 12 pm CST for a supporter webinar. Hear the latest on our work and how our water quality program is informing our policy and litigation efforts. Sign up today to reserve your spot >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] Annual Supporter Meeting in Ely: Join us at the Ely Folk School on Sunday, December 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to hear organization updates and guest speakers on the topic of access and conservation. Learn more >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] We have been selected as an official charity partner for the June 2024 Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, Minnesota! Become a Charity Runner and help raise awareness and funds for Save the Boundary Waters. Runners can run the full Grandma’s Marathon, the Half Marathon, or the 5K. Learn more >> [[link removed]]
For more information on our events, please visit www.savetheboundarywaters.org/our-events [[link removed]]
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2024 DEIJ Grant Cycle: Save the Boundary Waters/Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice grants program is continuing in 2024! We are again awarding small trip or project grants to people or groups that too often get disenfranchised within and excluded from efforts to protect the Boundary Waters. Grant amounts range between $1000-$3000. Find more information and the application on our website here [[link removed]] , and reach out to [email protected] [[email protected]] with any questions. The deadline to apply is December 1.
[link removed] [[link removed]] Love the Boundary Waters? Support our goal towards permanently protecting this beloved Wilderness with limited-time apparel until November 24th.
Shop now for a perfect gift for the paddler in your life >> [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] This holiday season, consider supporting Wilderness-edge communities by purchasing goods and services from locally owned and operated businesses. These retailers statistically return more than 3x as much money per dollar of sales to the local economy than chain competitors.
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[link removed] [[link removed]] Anishinaabe Storytelling at the Ely Folk School, December 6: This popular and captivating event is back! Learn history, culture and myths of the Ojibwe people from musician and storyteller Michael Laughing Fox. Learn more and sign up>> [[link removed]]
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