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  Alex Falconer, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 21, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Update from DC - I’m concerned about the Boundary Waters

I’m writing to you from Washington, D.C., where the fight to protect the Boundary Waters has never been more urgent. We come to the Capitol monthly to defend the Boundary Waters, but right now the stakes are incredibly high. Hi John, I’m writing to you from Washington, D.C., where the fight to prot…
  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 21, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Together, we can protect the Boundary Waters

Today only, all gifts will be matched. Can you chip in? Dear John,  The Boundary Waters has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up in Ely, I paddled its pristine lakes, worked alongside my father, Bill Rom, at Canoe Country Outfitters, and marveled at the beauty of the pristi…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 21, 2024 at 12:42 PM

⏰ Give to the Max for the Boundary Waters

Today’s the day! It’s Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s biggest day of giving, and we’re so glad to have you with us Dear John,  Today’s the day! It’s Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s biggest day of giving, and we’re so glad to have you with us. Your support helps protect the Boundary Waters - thank …
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 20, 2024 at 2:32 PM

🚨$100,000 Boundary Waters matching gift challenge on the line 🚨

Can I count on you to make a gift today to ensure we start Give to the Max Day stronger than ever?  Hi John, Give to the Max Day—Minnesota’s biggest day of giving—is almost here, and your early support is critical to building momentum for tomorrow!  Right now, when you make a gift to Save the Bounda…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
November 16, 2024 at 1:33 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Our commitment to protecting the Boundary Waters remains unshakable, and together, we are stronger than ever. The Boundary Waters unites people across America, across our differences, and we all must stand together to defend it. We are in this for the lo…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 15, 2024 at 7:29 PM

Update: We just made our case for the Boundary Waters in court

For the past week and a half, we’ve been in court before a state administrative law judge in St. Paul presenting evidence that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources must amend its rules to prohibit copper-nickel mining anywhere in the Boundary Waters watershed. Dear John, For the past week …
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 13, 2024 at 6:46 PM

📣 Announcing the Boundary Waters Defense Fund

Today, we’re launching the Boundary Waters Defense Fund. Be among the first to contribute to this powerful new fund. Dear John,   Today, we’re launching the Boundary Waters Defense Fund, and as a valued member of the community, we invite you to join as an inaugural member. As threats to the Boundary…
  Ingrid Lyons Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 12, 2024 at 5:51 PM

Tomorrow's webinar: How the election impacts the Boundary Waters

Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from our team about what’s at stake and how we’re prepared to act. Dear John,  There’s still time to join one of our webinars tomorrow to hear how the recent election impacts the future of the Boundary Waters. Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from our t…
  Mark Dayton · [email protected]
November 11, 2024 at 7:49 PM

Here's how we can protect the Boundary Waters

Will you please join me in making a 3X gift that will go towards lasting protections for this unique Wilderness that unites us all? John,   As a Minnesotan, I know we share a deep pride in the state’s northern forests and lakes, especially the iconic Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It’s more …
  Becky Rom, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 9, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Urgent: The Boundary Waters is facing a critical moment

On this challenging day, one thing is clear: our commitment to protecting the Boundary Waters remains unwavering, and together, we are stronger than ever. John - The Boundary Waters is facing a critical moment. A moment we hoped wouldn’t come. The president elect has vowed to overturn protections an…
  Ingrid Lyons Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 8, 2024 at 5:46 PM

Upcoming webinar: the election and the Boundary Waters. What’s next?

Join us at one of our special post-election webinar and hear directly from our team about what these results mean for our mission, how we’re ready to confront the threats, and the ways you can help make a difference. John -  Are you wondering about the impact of the recent election on the Boundary W…
  Ingrid Lyons Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 6, 2024 at 9:21 PM

A renewed commitment to protecting the Boundary Waters

On this challenging day, one thing is clear: our commitment to protecting the Boundary Waters remains unwavering, and together, we are stronger than ever. John -  On this challenging day, one thing is clear: our commitment to protecting the Boundary Waters remains unwavering, and together, we are s…
  Alex Falconer, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 3:25 PM

Help defend the Boundary Waters – your gift 3X

Tomorrow – Election Day – is a critical moment for the Boundary Waters. Every donation tripled up to $100,000. Rush a gift >>3X match now live 🛶Dear John -  The Boundary Waters needs you now more than ever.  Tomorrow – Election Day – is a critical moment for the Boundary Waters. Federal, state…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 12:21 PM

3X match for Give to the Max Day starts today 🛶

Right now, take advantage of our first-ever early giving TRIPLE match put forward by an incredible Boundary Waters supporter. Every donation up to $100,000 will go three times as far for the Wilderness Early giving is happening right now—let’s make every dollar count!3X match now live 🛶Dear John -  …
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 3:06 PM

🦇 Celebrate Bat Week with Save the Boundary Waters

These amazing creatures eat thousands of insects (including mosquitos!), pollinate flowers, and help forests thrive by spreading seeds. Dear John -  This week, we’re celebrating Bat Week 🦇 – a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role bats play in ecosystems around the …
  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
October 26, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Cozy up for fall: New Boundary Waters merch 🍂

Get your fall Boundary Waters merch! New designs, new styles. Limited time only. Dear John, Our new fall Boundary Waters merch has arrived🍂, featuring cozy sweatshirts, t-shirts and more — perfect for your autumn adventures! Every purchase directly supports our mission to protect the Boundary Water…
  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
October 24, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Save the Date for the Boundary Waters Gala

Be the first to know when tickets go on sale for the Boundary Waters event of the year. Hi John, We’re thrilled to invite you back to Nicollet Island Pavilion this spring for the Boundary Waters event of the year! Boundary Waters GalaThursday, May 22, 2025Nicollet Island Pavilion, Minneapolis, MN Ma…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 10:31 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Plus, we are hiring. 60 Years of Wilderness Protection. Read this fantastic piece in MinnPost on the impact of the Wilderness Act and the establishment of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, by Lukas Leaf the executive director of Sportsmen for th…
  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
September 29, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Hours left to 3X your impact for the Boundary Waters

Only a few hours left to triple your gift for the Boundary Waters! Hi John,  I hope you’ve been able to get outside to enjoy nature on National Public Lands Day! Today, I’m reflecting on what public lands mean to me. This afternoon I spoke on a panel at a packed event in St. Paul to celebrate Natio…
  Ingrid, Save the BWCA · [email protected]
September 28, 2024 at 1:01 PM

3x match alert: triple your impact for the Boundary Waters

Today, we come together across the country to celebrate and recommit to protecting the wild places that inspire us all. The Boundary Waters, one of America's most pristine and beloved wilderness areas, needs your support now more than ever. And today only, you have an incredible opportunity to make …
  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
September 27, 2024 at 2:32 PM

3X match alert for the Boundary Waters

We need your help to maximize our $60,000 matching gift challenge. Hi John,  Just in! In honor of National Public Lands Day this weekend a generous group of Wilderness defenders just put forward a last minute $60,000 triple match challenge. That means, when you make a gift between now and Sunday mo…
  Amy and Dave Freeman · [email protected]
September 20, 2024 at 5:36 PM

Eight years ago we lived in the Boundary Waters

Today marks our eighth anniversary of living in the Boundary Waters, raising awareness about toxic mining. 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 B…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 6:24 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. It's been a busy week for Save the Boundary Waters. Our team was in Washington, DC, for Wilderness Week with the National Wilderness Coalition, a group of conservation advocates that builds political power and advances wilderness legislation. Read more &…
  Libby London, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
September 11, 2024 at 11:16 PM

Recap from DC - where does the Boundary Waters stand?

I'm writing to you from a hotel lobby a few blocks from The White House after a whirlwind few days in our nation's capital. I’m glad to report that our work to achieve permanent protection for the Boundary Waters is gaining incredible momentum! Here are just some of the highlights from our trip: Hi …
  Alex Falconer · [email protected]
September 10, 2024 at 1:07 PM

The Boundary Waters staff is in DC - here's why

What is the National Wilderness Coalition and what does it have to do with the BWCA? Hi John - Greetings from Washington, DC! My team and I are here for Wilderness Week with the National Wilderness Coalition, a group of conservation advocates that build political power and advance wilderness legisla…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
September 3, 2024 at 12:42 PM

Celebrating 60 Years of the Wilderness Act

Exactly 60 years ago today, on September 3, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act into law. Hi John - Today, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act and look ahead to the next 60 years of wilderness protection. Exactly 60 years ago today, on Sept…
  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]
August 21, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Calling all youth who love the Boundary Waters

Do you know young people between the ages of 15 - 22 who want to help protect the Boundary Waters while learning about policy and advocacy on Capitol Hill?  Hi John, Do you know young people between the ages of 15 and 22 who want to help protect the Boundary Waters while learning about policy and ad…
  Elsie Falconer · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 12:31 AM

Teens and youth: travel to D.C. and learn how to advocate for the Boundary Waters this November

Attention teens and young adults: apply now to join our Washington D.C. trip this November!  Hi John, My name is Elsie Falconer, and I am the President of Kids for the Boundary Waters - a program of Save the Boundary Waters’ national coalition to protect the Wilderness from potential sulfide-ore cop…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
August 9, 2024 at 5:30 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Congratulations to Minnesota’s very own Governor Tim Walz on being selected as Vice President Harris’ VP nominee! The Governor knows that the Boundary Waters is the Midwest's crown jewel—plus, he’s a frequent visitor to Canoe Country. Alarming right-wing…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]
July 24, 2024 at 1:52 PM

You're Invited: Ely Garden Party - August 11, 2024

Join us at the Kawishiwi River Campground for our annual Ely Garden Party Hello John -  Our annual Ely Garden Party is less than three weeks away. As a valued supporter of Save the Boundary Waters, we're excited to invite you to our annual Ely Garden Party.   This year's Garden Party promises to be …
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
July 13, 2024 at 12:02 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. 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…
  Alex Falconer · [email protected]
June 27, 2024 at 7:43 PM

What does D.C. have to do with the Boundary Waters?

I’m back in Washington, D.C., this week, where I am fighting for the protection of the Boundary Waters. Today, as I navigate the halls of Congress and gear up for a crucial meeting with Senator Smith, I’m reminded that our presence in our nation's capital reflects our unwavering dedication to Canoe …
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
June 16, 2024 at 2:01 PM

🛶Today only: all gifts matched in honor of your favorite paddling partner 🛶

Double your donation in honor of your favorite paddling partner. Dear John,  The Boundary Waters is a special place, especially when sharing with loved ones. Art Anderson knew this firsthand, spending over 35 years visiting the Boundary Waters. He was an angler and loved waking up early to catch sma…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
June 14, 2024 at 3:37 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson penned an excellent piece about the 60th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. "Now it's 2024, and the issue is mining along the BWCAW's southern border, which opponents say — correctly — threatens the wilderness's clean w…
  Alex Falconer · [email protected]
June 12, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Here's how to help protect the Boundary Waters: email your Senators

We defeated 80% of Rep. Stauber’s toxic agenda to ram sulfide-ore copper mining adjacent to the Wilderness. Dear John,  I have some great news to report: we’ve been working all week to defeat five reprehensible anti-Boundary Waters amendments that U.S. Rep. Stauber attempted to attach to a “must pas…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Another brazen attack on the Boundary Waters

Just in from DC: five terrible anti-BWCA amendments Dear John,  Rep. Pete Stauber of Northeastern Minnesota (MN-08) just tacked five anti-Boundary Waters amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act. These amendments have nothing to do with national defense and are a clear political hit job…
  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
June 5, 2024 at 1:57 PM

Protect the Boundary Waters by shopping online? It's true. Featuring: New Stunt Puppy Collab! 🐶

As we paddle into summer, check out some of the wonderful businesses supporting Save the Boundary Waters through their products! Also, take a first look at our brand new collaboration collection with Stunt Puppy!Dear John, As we paddle into June, we want to highlight a few more of the many businesse…
  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
May 30, 2024 at 1:13 PM

Start paddling season the right way - by supporting your favorite Boundary Waters businesses 🛶

Kick off summer by checking out some of our most engaged Shop to Support businesses! These incredible folks donate a portion of their proceeds to the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, because they truly support the work that we are doing. Dear John, As paddle season kicks off, we want to highlig…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
May 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Our 2023 Impact Report is here

How the incredible impact of Boundary Waters defenders like you made a differenceDear John, I am proud and excited to share with you our 2023 Boundary Waters Impact Report, highlighting the incredible progress we’ve made towards permanently protecting the Boundary Waters watershed from the threat of…
  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
May 18, 2024 at 12:01 PM

Endangered Boundary Waters wildlife need your help

When you make a gift between now and TOMORROW, Sunday, May 19, at noon central time, you will receive our new limited-edition Boundary Waters wolf sticker. Dear John,  It’s hard to believe that just last month, two terrible land management bills passed in the U.S. House that would impact the Boundar…
  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]
May 17, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Just in: limited edition Boundary Waters wolf stickers in honor of Endangered Species Day

Make a gift of any amount and we will send you our new limited-edition wolf sticker.   Dear John,  In honor of Endangered Species Day today, we are celebrating one of the Boundary Waters’ best: gray wolves! Did you know that there are three Boundary Waters species that are listed under the Endanger…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
May 9, 2024 at 8:27 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. 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…
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
May 2, 2024 at 12:04 PM

Last chance to win Boundary Waters trips and gear

Sneak peek inside: Boundary Waters experiences and gear for you Silent auction closes at 7:15 p.m. CST - get your bids in nowDear John,  Our Boundary Waters Gala online silent auction closes tonight - this is your last chance to bid on and win items from our amazing business partners and allies! We …
  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 10:16 PM

Anti-Boundary Waters bill moves forward. We need your help.

The hard-earned ban on toxic copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters is under attack, and we need your help!   The hard-earned ban on toxic copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters is under attack, and we need your help! Hi John,  Rep. Stauber’s bill to reverse the protect…
  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 2:34 PM

Boundary Waters auction now LIVE

Bid on hundreds of items in our silent auctionDear John,  The Save the Boundary Waters Gala silent auction is now open! We have 100+ amazing items, including outdoor gear, exciting getaways, tickets, gift cards, and more. This auction has something for every outdoor adventurer. Plus, all proceeds go…
  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]
April 22, 2024 at 2:56 PM

Celebrating 60 years of the Boundary Waters this Earth Day

Join us in celebrating America’s natural ecosystems: September is Wilderness Month from the Boundary Waters to Capitol Hill Join us in celebrating America’s natural ecosystems: September is Wilderness Month from the Boundary Waters to Capitol Hill Happy Earth Day, John!  This year is the 60th annive…
  Save the BWCA · [email protected]
April 11, 2024 at 10:30 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Happy Earth Month! Read the latest updates from Canoe Country.Dear John, Happy Earth Month! Help celebrate the Boundary Waters this month by getting involved in some of the following events and activities with Save the Boundary Waters.  Quetico Superior Wilderness News: Biden administration builds …
  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
April 4, 2024 at 11:01 PM

We’re SO CLOSE 🤏

Can you help the Boundary Waters meet our goal?John - I am reaching out one last time because we are so close to hitting our matching gift challenge goal and we need your support with a gift of any amount to help us get there.  This is free money to protect the Boundary Waters, and we don’t want to …
  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]
April 4, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Don't miss out: 2X your gift for the Boundary Waters ends tonight

We need your help to maximize our $50,000 matching gift challenge. MATCHING GIFT DEADLINE: MIDNIGHT TONIGHT Hi John,  Your chance to DOUBLE your impact to protect the Boundary Waters ends tonight at midnight, and we need to know: can you donate $35, or an amount that feels meaningful to you, to hel…
  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]
April 3, 2024 at 7:25 PM

Breaking: another step closer to protecting the Boundary Waters - using policy and science

This week we moved another step closer towards safeguarding the watershed of the Boundary Waters - using sound policy and science. Dear John, This week we moved another step closer towards safeguarding the watershed of the Boundary Waters - using sound policy and science.  The Minnesota Pollution Co…