The Wilderness Society: Public Lands threatened by early Trump orders: Read the article >>
Duluth News Tribune opinion piece: Local View: 'Energy dominance' agenda puts BWCAW at risk: Read more >>
Minnesota Public Radio/Associated Press: Trump makes U.S. copper mining a focus of his domestic minerals policy.Read more >>
Duluth News Tribune opinion piece: Allowing mining near BWCAW won't stop China: Read more >>
The Timberjay: “Senator Hauschild is facing growing criticism from a series of actions over the past few months, starting with his decision to co-sign a letter to then President-elect Donald Trump in the wake of the 2024 election urging him to reverse the 20-year mineral withdrawal.” Read more >>
Which is better for the economy: the Boundary Waters or a copper mine? This is the latest installment in our series breaking down the threats facing the Boundary Waters and why we need to safeguard the Wilderness permanently. This week, we’re digging into the economic impacts of a proposed copper mine—and why protecting the Wilderness is the smarter choice for Minnesota’s communities.
One of the main arguments mining proponents make for copper mining within the watershed of the Boundary Waters is that it would boost the regional economy. But is that true? Let’s find out. Read here >>
The 2025 Minnesota legislative session is almost halfway over, and we’ve been busy working to protect the Boundary Waters here at the local level. Read the latest from the St. Paul Capitol from State Manager Amanda Hefner.
Who's who in the escalating rush to ruin the Boundary Waters? Read this refresher about the key players behind the attacks on America’s favorite Wilderness — and the corruption fueling their efforts.
Know the issue: What exactly is copper mining, and why does it pose a dire threat to the Boundary Waters? Minnesota has had a proud history of iron mining for over a century — but copper mining is a whole different story.
We’re excited that our partners at The Conservation Alliance will focus on defending the Boundary Waters as one of their priority campaigns and look forward to working with their many member businesses across the country. Read more about how they bring the business voice to national conservation issues. Read here >>
Get your tickets for the annual Boundary Waters Gala on Thursday, May 22nd, at the beautiful Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis.
Featuring special guest Terry Tempest Williams, the celebrated author and conservation advocate. Known as a “citizen writer,” Williams reveals how environmental issues are intertwined with social issues that ultimately become matters of justice. Her eloquent and passionate voice has inspired generations to protect the natural world. Get your tickets today before we sell out >>
Join us at Back Channel Brewery on Lake Minnetonka on March 25 from 6 - 9 p.m. for Community Tuesday - your beverage purchases directly support the Boundary Waters, and we’ll be doing Boundary Waters-themed trivia at 7pm!
Bring the whole family and come play outside with us on Saturday, April 26 at a new event: Unbound - Outdoor Adventure For All at Theodore Wirth Trailhead in Minneapolis.
Lake State Mountaineering opening. Join Save the Boundary Waters between Friday, May 16 to Monday, May 19 to celebrate the Grand Opening of Lake State Mountaineering in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis.
Grandma’s Marathon: We are charity partners for Grandma’s Marathon on June 20-21 in Duluth! Receive a guaranteed entry into the 5K, half, or full marathon as a charity runner to the sold-out event and make an impact on the Boundary Waters.
We will be approving a second round of our Wilderness Equity initiative trip and project grants this spring. Applications are due by May 1. Check our website here for more details and to see the great projects already underway in 2025!
Northern Waters Smokehaus in Duluth + Save the Boundary Waters are teaming up. For the month of March only, when you round up on your purchase at Northern Waters it will automatically go towards protecting the Boundary Waters permanently. Plan your visit >>
Gala sponsorship: Become a 2025 Boundary Waters Gala Sponsor. Sponsor partners are an important part of our event’s success and have a unique opportunity for visibility to our audience while connecting your brand to an organization leading the fight to protect the Boundary Waters. Learn more >>
Paddling season is almost here! Whether you are planning your first or hundredth Boundary Waters trip, it's not too late to plan a BWCAW trip. Here is everything you need to know to prepare and secure your permit.
Looking for a good conservation podcast? Tune into the Young Ike podcast episode featuring Save the Boundary Waters' national chair Becky Rom, who tells the history of the fight to protect the Boundary Waters. Listen here >>
Save the BWCA merch: Prepare for paddling season with some new Boundary Waters merch! Every dollar you spend in our online store goes directly towards protecting the Boundary Waters.
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