Just this week, Rep. Pete Stauber attached two provisions to the must-pass bill funding the Department of Interior, which will head to the floor for a vote by the full House of Representatives. The two provisions would defund the ability to carry out the 20-year mining ban that, thanks to your tireless efforts and support, we won last January. Take action >>
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What does D.C. have to do with the Boundary Waters? We travel to Washington, D.C., almost every month of the year. These trips are critical to our work as we make the case for protecting the Boundary Waters on Capitol Hill. Watch this short film about our work to protect the Boundary Waters in D.C. Watch the film>>
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Quetico Superior Wilderness News: Proposed amendments aim to overturn the 20-year mining ban
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Father-daughter pair Tim Reese and Sylvie Hooker Reese (18) from Minnetrista are embarking on an epic 182.4-mile paddle across the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on July 30 to increase awareness and support for Save the Boundary Waters in their effort to prevent copper mining from occurring the watershed. Learn more and support their adventure here >>
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Applications open for our November Kids for the Boundary Waters D.C. fly-in! Since 2018, Kids for the Boundary Waters has been conducting Washington D.C. fly-in trips and have been protecting for the Boundary Waters through their advocacy! We hope you’ll join us this fall>>
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Recap: We had 60 runners on our team for Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth! With their help, we raised over $39,000 to protect the Boundary Waters! Meet a few of our runners>>
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Recap: Another fantastic Ely 4th of July parade on the books! Thank you to everyone who walked with us, cheered us on, and continues to support our mission. See photos from this year's parade>>
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We're getting excited for our annual Garden Party Fundraiser for Save the Boundary Waters! Join us on Sunday, August 11, from 2 - 4 p.m. at the South Kawishiwi River Campground Pavilion in Ely, Minnesota.
Get your tickets today and join us for an afternoon of celebrating and protecting the Boundary Waters. The event will include food, drinks, inspiring speakers, and more. We hope to see you there! RSVP here >>
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September is 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 by signing up here >>
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Boundary Waters Connect will have a booth at this year's Blueberry Arts Festival. We are seeking volunteers who are enthusiastic about Ely to help us staff our booth. Get the details here>>
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Join us for Fisherman’s Picnic, August 1 - 4, in Grand Marais. This annual picnic is filled with fish burgers (those beloved deep fried herring filets served on a bun) and lots of daily games, activities, and fun for all ages. Come stop by our booth and sign up to be a volunteer today! Learn more here >>
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Become a volunteer! Our volunteers work to protect the Wilderness through education, advocacy, and outreach, (often over beer or coffee! Maybe even at a concert!) Help with tabling events, phone banking, writing letters, meeting lawmakers, and meet-ups with Boundary Waters enthusiasts! Join our volunteer team>>
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Action alert opportunity: Tell MN Regulators what 100% Carbon free means to Minnesotans across the state and make sure the 100% Law lays the groundwork for an energy future in Minnesota that prioritizes the health, well-being, and resilience of our communities. Add your name >>
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Raffle: For just $10, enter our summer raffle to win from three amazing prizes: a custom Granite Gear portage pack with artwork from Sam Zimmerman, a custom 54” Old Mustache Canoe Paddle, and a $500 gift card to Sitka. Enter to win>>
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Calling all runners! Do you want a guaranteed entry to the 10 Mile or the Twin Cities Marathon this October? Join our team>>
Apparel: From now until July 31, snag a limited edition t-shirt or tank that our runners wore during Grandma’s Marathon. A portion of proceeds will go back to us. See options here>>
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Become a sustaining contributor and support the permanent protection of the Boundary Waters. Every gift, big and small, has a ripple effect that supports our work to secure permanent protections for canoe country. Become a sustainer today >> |
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