Hello John,

Eight years ago today, we embarked on an extraordinary journey - living an entire year in the Boundary Waters. When we learned of a proposed copper-nickel mine next to our beloved Boundary Waters, we decided to take action by raising awareness to protect the Wilderness – we did this by living in the Wilderness for a consecutive 366 days! 

Our trip consisted of visiting 120 different sites, exploring 500 lakes, rivers, and streams, and traveling more than 2,000 miles by canoe, foot, ski, snowshoe, and dog team. We experienced all that the Boundary Waters offers, serenity, adventure, natural elements, the northern lights, and so much more. We shared our experience by writing a book and traveling nationwide to raise awareness. On September 23, 2016, we emerged from the Wilderness, and even though our experience was over eight years ago, our mission remains the same - to raise awareness and support for permanently protecting the Boundary Waters forever.

As we reflect on our year in the wilderness, we know that the Boundary Waters is still at risk of being severely impacted by proposed copper-nickel mining. Now is the best time to show your support for the Boundary Waters. When you donate, your donation is automatically doubled, furthering your impact. 

Whether it’s $6, $60, or any amount that is meaningful for you, you have the ability to make a difference today. All gifts will be matched, up to $60,000. Join us in protecting this cherished wilderness.

PS: Our $60,000 matching gift challenge ends next Saturday. Don’t miss this special opportunity to double your impact.

Amy and Dave Freeman have traveled over 50,000 miles through some of the world’s wildest places, from the Amazon to the Arctic. They were named Adventurers of the Year by National Geographic in 2014, and they are also the authors of A Year in the Wilderness, an award-winning book about the year they spent in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Their new book, North American Odyssey, comes out on October 1st. When they aren’t on expeditions, their sailboat, or speaking tours, they are based in Ely, Minnesota, where they organize and lead canoe and dogsled trips.

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P.O. Box 625
Ely, MN 55731
United States

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