On Sunday, the Star Tribune editorial board published a piece about U.S. Rep. Stauber’s bill, HR 3195, which passed in the U.S. House last week. In the piece, Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith provided this welcome statement about the bill: "The Boundary Waters are some of the cleanest waters on Earth, and while I support mining, I can't support sulfide mining in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness' watershed. While I'm disappointed to see this bill pass the House, I'm going to do everything I can to organize my Senate colleagues against this legislation and protect the Boundary Waters."
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| The Timberjay: "Stauber bill could relaunch battle over Ely mine." U.S. House gives narrow approval to measure that rescinds mineral withdrawal, reissues leases.
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Quetico Superior Wilderness News: "U.S. House backs Rep. Stauber’s effort to reverse 20-year mining ban." Read the piece >> |
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Paddle and Portage: "Forest Service Tells BWCA Campers They’ll Be Fined Or Face Jail Time Under New Food Storage Rule." The food storage order requires visitors to properly store food unless in the process of eating, preparing or transporting food. Read more >>
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We’ve been busy at the Minnesota Capitol as the legislative session winds down. Right now, a dangerous permitting reform amendment is currently moving through the Minnesota State Legislature and we need your help! Can you take a second to tell your State Representative to oppose this amendment that would harm environmental review of mining projects near the Boundary Waters? The form is pre-written, all you have to do is click here.
Minnesotans, please take action here >> |
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Campaign Manager Alex Falconer was in D.C. last week fighting for the Boundary Waters and shares about the impact of Rep. Stauber’s dangerous bill passing in the U.S. House. Read the update >> |
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Last week’s Boundary Waters Gala was the highest attended – ever. Nearly 500 Wilderness supporters joined us at Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis to celebrate and to fundraise for the protection of this spectacular Wilderness. Thank you to all who helped make this evening one to remember. Read more >>
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September is Wilderness Month – from Capitol Hill to St. Paul, Ely, and beyond, join us this September in celebrating America's natural ecosystems. Organizations (including Save the BWCA!) from across the country are coming together to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Learn more >>
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As summer calendars begin to fill up, don’t forget to mark your calendars for our annual Ely Garden Party at the Kawishiwi River Campground Pavilion on Sunday, August 11. |
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We’ll be at the inaugural Outside Festival in Denver, Colorado June 1 and 2. Join us to celebrate the outdoor industry and enjoy live music, adventure films, impressive speakers and more! Reach out to [email protected] to connect about the Festival.
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| Join us for Fisherman’s Picnic in downtown Grand Marais between Thursday, August 1 and Sunday, August 4th.
Come stop by our booth and sign up to be a volunteer today!
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As part of Wilderness Month, mark your calendar for Saturday, September 28, at Como Lakeside Pavilion in Saint Paul, MN, for a day of Wilderness Celebrations! More details to come. Stay tuned here >> |
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| Join the Save the Boundary Waters Team! We are hiring a Regional Organizer. Save the Boundary Waters is looking for a motivated and passionate individual to fill the role of Regional Organizer. Join a great team of people who are dedicated to protecting the Boundary Waters in a challenging and highly engaging environment.
Please share this opportunity far and wide with your networks! Learn more >>
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Kids for the Boundary Waters is excited to start planning a November Washington D.C. trip for youth up to 22 years of age. Hundreds of kids have made a big impact meeting with decision makers on past D.C. trips. Email [email protected] for more information! |
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Limited edition new t-shirts now available! Snag a new design by Matt Schufman before we sell out. Matt is an illustrator based in St. Paul and a Boundary Waters enthusiast who loves to spend each summer paddling, hiking, and camping. His debut picture book, “Fraser the Forest Ranger,” is available now. Shop now >>
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| Enter to win a custom Granite Gear portage bag (designed by Sam Zimmerman), a $500 Sitka gift card, and a Save the Boundary Waters-inspired paddle by Old Mustache Paddle in our annual raffle!
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