Hi John,
 

Wow - what a day. Boundary Waters defenders packed the Rotunda at the Minnesota Capitol this afternoon. The message was loud and clear: The majority of Minnesotans agree the Boundary Waters needs permanent protection from sulfide-ore copper mining now. 

We are so grateful for our Boundary Waters community who came from all corners of Minnesota to speak loudly for this quiet place including presentations from Will Steger, climate activist, educator, polar explorer, and founder of Climate Generation and Representative Sandra Feist, chief author of the Boundary Waters Permanent Protection Bill.

I was contacted by a long-time Boundary Waters supporter who was so fired up about our work to protect the Wilderness that they decided to put forward a generous gift of $50,000 in matching gift funds! 

So don’t wait - donate today to make twice the impact on protecting the Boundary Waters. 

As climate activist and Arctic explorer Will Steger said, “Clean water is the most precious commodity on the planet, and we have an abundance here in the Boundary Waters and Quetico region. Putting a sulfide-ore copper mine in the headwaters of the purest interconnected freshwater ecosystem on earth doesn't make any sense. I've documented first-hand the growing effects of climate change on our polar regions. We need the preservation of our dwindling wild places now more than ever; these areas increase climate resiliency and are vital for the survival of humanity on this planet.”

It is only with the support and voices of people like you that we can ensure the Boundary Waters is protected permanently. 

P.S. I just got word that we received $50,000 in matching funds today from a generous supporter. Take advantage of this opportunity to double your dollars today - make a 2X gift.

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