Save the BWCA · [email protected]

November 26, 2022 at 1:02 PM

Small Business Saturday for the Boundary Waters

Get a jump-start on your holiday gift list while also supporting the permanent protection of the Boundary Waters. These shops have generously opted to donate a portion of the sales of a particular item or full inventory to Save the Boundary Waters.Dear John,Get a jump-start on your holiday gift list…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

November 18, 2022 at 2:06 AM

I will personally TRIPLE match your gift for the Boundary Waters

My husband Reid and I are personally tripling every gift until midnight up to $10,000 to support Save the Boundary Waters. Thanks to 1,066 donors, we have already surpassed our $150,000 matching gift challenge. Proving once again that Minnesotans want to protect the Boundary Waters from toxic minin…

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  Steve Piragis · [email protected]

November 18, 2022 at 1:04 AM

$38,000 still needed for the Boundary Waters

What my family and many other business owners are worried about is the immense threat posed by proposed sulfide-ore copper mining next to the Boundary Waters. Dear John,  Steve here checking in from DC. There are less than five hours left on Give to the Max Day and we still have $38,000 to raise …

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  Katie at KEEN Footwear · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 9:58 PM

Yell “Uffda,” grab a canoe, and sling it on your shoulders

This summer I finally got a chance to visit as part of a trip benefitting Outside Safe Space - which promotes LGBTQ+ welcoming in outdoor and rural places. Hi John,  The Boundary Waters has been on my bucket list for years! I work at KEEN Footwear in Oregon, and this summer I finally got a chance to…

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  Mike Maleska · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 7:01 PM

I’m a mine worker from Hibbing and I want to protect the Boundary Waters

Today is Give to the Max Day, the day to dig deep for the Boundary Waters. You can join me by amplifying your support for the Boundary Waters, too. Right now when you make a gift to the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters before midnight, your dollars will be automatically doubled up to $150,000! G…

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  Elsa with Kids for the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 3:51 PM

Your impact doubled for the Boundary Waters 🛶

It's Give to the Max Day. The Boundary Waters is pure joy. As part of Kids for the Boundary Waters, I’ve worked throughout my whole high school and college years to make sure the Wilderness is protected - so I’m no stranger to D.C. advocacy trips! DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT Hi Everyone! I’m in Washington …

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  Becky (sent from my iPhone) · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 1:01 PM

I’m walking to a meeting in DC for the Boundary Waters

I’ll make this quick because I’m on my way to a meeting - but I’m in Washington, D.C., with a team of people who love the Boundary Waters, meeting with lawmakers to work to protect the Boundary Waters from risky copper mining. Good morning John, I’ll make this quick because I’m on my way to a meeti…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 12:05 AM

The countdown for the fate of the Boundary Waters started this week

I’m in Washington DC this week with a team of amazing Boundary Waters advocates, and I’m so proud to be here meeting with lawmakers to protect my favorite Wilderness. Hello John,  This week an amazing group has come together and taken time out of their busy schedules to fly to D.C. - people with fam…

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  Peta Barrett, Women’s Wilderness Discove · [email protected]

November 16, 2022 at 6:16 PM

My company would be dead in the polluted waters

I’m in Washington DC this week with a team of amazing Boundary Waters advocates, and I’m so proud to be here meeting with lawmakers to protect my favorite Wilderness. Hello John,  I’m in Washington DC this week with a team of amazing Boundary Waters advocates, and I’m so proud to be here meeting wit…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

November 16, 2022 at 2:25 PM

Another term for Trump would spell disaster for the Boundary Waters

I don’t want to scare you, but let me remind you about President Trump’s rush to ruin the Boundary Waters during his first term, aided by cronies in the mining industry such as current U.S. Rep Pete Stauber.Trump’s announcement last night to run again for the highest office in the country signals a…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 10, 2022 at 10:47 PM

The countdown for the Boundary Waters

This moment, before Congress adjourns for the year, is our last best chance. Dear John, The fate of our nation lies in limbo as votes continue to be counted. This means the fate of the Boundary Waters does, too.  Unfortunately, U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber is stepping up his attack on the Boundary Waters…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 7, 2022 at 9:29 PM

The Boundary Waters can't vote. But you can.

Election Day is tomorrow. Make a plan to vote.Dear John,  Join Boundary Waters defenders, wildlife enthusiasts, and paddlers and make a plan to vote on Election Day, which is TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 8!  Federal, state, and local elections greatly impact America's most visited Wilderness and th…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 5, 2022 at 12:03 PM

Your gift doubled for the Boundary Waters

Protect the Boundary Waters. Your dollars will be doubled up to $150,000 for Give to the Max Day. Dear John, Each year, GiveMN hosts Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s most significant giving holiday, which benefits and celebrates nonprofits, and it’s now underway!  We have an ambitious fundraising g…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

November 3, 2022 at 10:58 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Early giving for Minnesota’s signature holiday, Give to the Max Day, is now underway. Each year on a Thursday in November, GiveMN hosts Give to the Max Day, which benefits and celebrates nonprofits across the state. Early giving for Minnesota’s signature holiday, Give to the Max Day, is now unde…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

November 1, 2022 at 5:50 PM

2X match for Give to the Max Day starts today 🛶

Protect the Boundary Waters. Your dollars will be doubled up to $150,000 for Give to the Max Day. Early giving for Give to the Max Day starts TODAY Dear John,  The Boundary Waters is a special place: 1.1 million acres of interconnected waterways, vast boreal forests that store more carbon than any …

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

October 13, 2022 at 7:33 PM

Your voice is needed for the Boundary Waters

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take action for the Boundary Waters - this is it. We need Senators Klobuchar and Smith to introduce a companion bill that will guarantee the protection of the Boundary Waters for future generations.  Greetings John, There are two Minnesotans who can change the f…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

October 8, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Protect the Boundary Waters with a monthly gift

Dangerous sulfide-ore copper mining threatens already vulnerable wildlife populations in the Boundary Waters. But you can help by becoming a sustaining monthly donor today.  Dear John,   Dangerous sulfide-ore copper mining threatens already vulnerable wildlife populations in the Boundary Waters. Bu…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

October 6, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Time is running out to protect the Boundary Waters in 2022

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take action for the Boundary Waters - this is it. We need Senators Klobuchar and Smith to introduce a companion bill that will guarantee the protection of the Boundary Waters for future generations.  Greetings John,  We are so close, but the Boundary Waters need…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 29, 2022 at 10:09 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters staff and volunteers delivered hundreds of hand-written postcards from passionate Boundary Waters advocates urging U.S. Senators Klobuchar and Smith to permanently protect America’s most-visited Wilderness. Thank you to everyone who filled out a postcard…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

September 24, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Triple match inside - the Boundary Waters can’t be bought

It’s National Public Lands Day! Your gift will be TRIPLED. Dear John,  This week, Representative Pete Stauber introduced a bill in the U.S. Congress aimed at gutting environmental reviews of mining projects. This bill is another favor to Chilean mining giant Antofagasta as they try to resurrect the…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

September 23, 2022 at 10:02 PM

3X your impact this Public Lands Day

Your gift will be TRIPLED for the next 48 hours only. Dear John,  In honor of National Public Lands Day tomorrow, we just dropped off hundreds of hand-written postcards at the offices of Minnesota’s U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith today, urging them to take action and lead on the issue o…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

September 15, 2022 at 11:02 PM

Fwd:🚨Breaking: U.S. Rep. Stauber steps up attack on the Boundary Waters

Did you see Becky’s email this morning? Foreign mining pawn Representative Pete Stauber is on the defense right now and is doing all he can to attack the Boundary Waters - and we need your help. Dear John,   Did you see Becky’s email this morning? Foreign mining pawn Representative Pete Stauber is …

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

September 15, 2022 at 3:05 PM

🚨Breaking: U.S. Rep. Stauber steps up attack on the Boundary Waters

Today, Rep. Stauber is using an obscure and unusual legislative process to attempt to block Congress from moving our Boundary Waters protections forward.  Dear John,  U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber and his copper-mining industry cronies will stop at nothing to force dangerous sulfide-ore copper mining in t…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 14, 2022 at 3:19 PM

One day left to reserve virtual Boundary Waters gala tickets

When you attend online, you receive access to a fantastic program as well as a legendary silent auction lineup. Hi John,  Don't forget - there is one day left to reserve your virtual tickets. Protect the Boundary Waters with us NEXT Thursday, September 22, for our annual gala - virtually! When you …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

September 9, 2022 at 2:48 PM

A BWCA virtual silent auction you won’t want to miss

Protect the Boundary Waters with us on Thursday, September 22, for our annual gala - virtually! When you attend online, you receive access to a fantastic program as well as a legendary silent auction lineup.Hi John, Protect the Boundary Waters with us on Thursday, September 22, for our annual gala …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 31, 2022 at 10:46 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

The Twin Metals lawsuit is a farce. August 31, The Reformer. Read today's Reformer opinion piece by Save the Boundary Waters’ National Campaign Chair, Becky Rom, to learn about the Twin Metals mine plan scam. The company doesn't possess the leases it depends on and they have no place to put their t…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 30, 2022 at 5:01 PM

TODAY - last call for Boundary Waters Gala tickets

The Boundary Waters Gala is almost sold out. Reserve by TONIGHT, August 30th at midnight. RESERVE TICKETS Hi John, The deadline to purchase your tickets for the in-person September 22 Boundary Waters Gala is coming up fast! You have until TONIGHT, August 30, to get your tickets, so act now. Onl…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 29, 2022 at 8:01 PM

1 day left: tickets to the Boundary Waters Gala are almost sold out

The Boundary Waters Gala is almost sold out. Reserve by tomorrow, August 30th at midnight. RESERVE TICKETS Hi John,  The deadline to reserve tickets to the Boundary Waters Gala is TOMORROW, August 30th at midnight. We are almost sold out - so be sure to get your tickets now! Autumn is just aroun…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 23, 2022 at 6:36 PM

Limited seats remain - RSVP for the Boundary Waters Gala today

Tickets are 90% sold out. Reserve your spot before the August 30 RSVP deadline.Hi John,  Join us for an evening to celebrate the Wilderness we all love and hear the latest developments as we raise critical funds to help fight for permanent protection of the Boundary Waters. Tickets are 90% sold out…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

August 22, 2022 at 7:52 PM

🚨Breaking: Twin Metals files lawsuit to resurrect toxic mine next to the Boundary Waters

Chilean mining conglomerate Antofagasta - the owner of Twin Metals - just filed a lawsuit in an attempt to resurrect their toxic sulfide-ore copper mine on the edge of the Boundary Waters. This lawsuit is a clear attempt to work against the will of the people and shows that Antofagasta will stop at…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 16, 2022 at 7:40 PM

Top reasons to attend the Boundary Waters event of the year 🛶

Tickets to our annual Save the Boundary Waters Gala are going quickly! Ticket sales end in just two weeks - on Tuesday, August 30. Hi John, Tickets to our annual Save the Boundary Waters Gala are going quickly! Each year, hundreds of Wilderness defenders gather with other like-minded people who sha…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

August 12, 2022 at 5:35 PM

Last day. Your name is missing for the Boundary Waters

Add your name before its too late - you have until TODAY, August 12. Sign your name to support the science and protect the Boundary Waters by today, Friday, August 12:   Hi John, TODAY, August 12, is the last day to add your name supporting a ban on sulfide-ore copper mining in the watershed of the…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 10, 2022 at 2:59 PM

A special message about the Boundary Waters Gala

There are only 20 days left to get your ticket to the Boundary Waters gala - the deadline is coming up fast on Tuesday, August 30. Tickets are likely going to sell out - so don’t wait! Dear John, There are only 20 days left to get your ticket to the Boundary Waters gala - the deadline is coming up …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 9, 2022 at 12:06 PM

Add your name to protect the Boundary Waters before it's too late

Just a few days left days to support the science of this hard-hitting environmental report - be sure to add your name today Hi John, time is running out. Add your name today supporting a ban on sulfide-ore copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters.  As you may have seen, the U.S. Forest…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

August 1, 2022 at 8:05 PM

Tickets are going fast - will we see you at the Boundary Waters Gala?

The dog days of summer are upon us, and tickets to our annual Boundary Waters Gala on September 22 are selling fast - so be sure to get yours today! Dear John,  The dog days of summer are upon us, and tickets to our annual Boundary Waters Gala on September 22 are selling fast - so be sure to get yo…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 25, 2022 at 8:37 PM

Join us at the Boundary Waters Gala - before tickets run out 🎉

Sneak peek at some of this year’s silent auction items from some of our amazing business partners and allies - they are sure to delight any outdoor adventurer! Dear John, Grab your paddling partner and join us Thursday, September 22, at Nicollet Island Pavilion for an evening celebrating the Wilder…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 20, 2022 at 10:19 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

The science is clear. The Boundary Waters must be protected. A U.S. House committee voted to approve Rep. Betty McCollum’s Boundary Waters Protection Bill last week! It passed despite extensive efforts …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

July 17, 2022 at 11:20 AM

Tickets to the Boundary Waters Gala are going fast 🎉

Join us at the Boundary Waters Gala! Please join us virtually or in-person as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love.Dear John,  Our annual Boundary Waters Gala is coming up in just over two months, and tickets are selling fast - so be sure to reserve yours today. Please join us in-person or virtu…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

July 14, 2022 at 10:28 PM

$4,700 short of our goal to protect the Boundary Waters

All donations made before Midnight TONIGHT, will be matched - up to $24,000!  RUSH A 2X GIFT TODAY Hi John,   A group of supporters who want Rep. McCollum's Boundary Waters bill to become law came together to raise critical funds yesterday. All donations made before Midnight TONIGHT, will be matc…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

July 14, 2022 at 2:21 PM

Close call for the Boundary Waters

Luckily, we can stop these anti-Boundary Waters forces, and you can help make twice the impact right now. A group of generous supporters committed to making Rep. McCollum's bill into law pledged to DOUBLE all gifts made before TONIGHT, Thursday, July 14th! Can we count on you to stand up for the Bo…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

July 13, 2022 at 5:58 PM

We’re in D.C. defending the Boundary Waters. You can help.

The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee will vote on Rep. Betty McCollum's Boundary Waters Protection bill today - and there has been extensive efforts by anti-Wilderness lawmakers to spread misinformation, block the bill, and pander to foreign toxic mining conglomerates. But we are in the halls…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

July 9, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Will Delegate Eleanor Norton protect the Boundary Waters?

The Boundary Waters protection bill continues to move forward in congress. We just learned that Rep. Betty McCollum’s bill, The Boundary Waters Protection and Pollution Prevention Act, is being voted on in the House Committee on Natural Resources on Wednesday, July 13!   TAKE ACTION Dear John,   Th…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

June 28, 2022 at 8:02 PM

Add your name to the study: protect the Boundary Waters

You have 30 days to support the science of this hard-hitting environmental report, so be sure to add your name today  Dear John,   Last week, the U.S. Forest Service released their environmental study on sulfide-ore copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters. This is the critical study w…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

June 27, 2022 at 9:45 PM

Boundary Waters in every major newspaper in Minnesota

This weekend the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters launched a strategic half-a-million dollar ad campaign calling on Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith to protect the Boundary Waters permanently.   Dear John,   This weekend the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters launched a strategic half-a-…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

June 23, 2022 at 1:35 PM

Major News: Forest Service recommends mining ban near Boundary Waters

We have the biggest news from the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters to date! The U.S. Forest Service has released their environmental study of sulfide-ore copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters.   SIGN YOUR NAME Dear John,  We have the biggest news from the Campaign to Save the…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 21, 2022 at 1:54 PM

Don't miss the Boundary Waters event of the year 🎉

Join us at the Boundary Waters Gala! Please join us virtually or in-person as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love.Dear John,  Tickets to our annual Boundary Waters Gala are selling fast - so be sure to get yours today. Please join us virtually or in-person as we celebrate the Wilderness we all …

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 13, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Reminder - join me at Patagonia in the D.C. area for my Boundary Waters film screening + fun run

Join me at the Patagonia Old Town store in the Washington D.C. area this Monday June 13 at 7:00 EST for a Boundary Waters Traverse Fun Run and Film Screening Event. After the short film, I will give an update on the fight to protect the Boundary Waters and answer questions, and then lead an optiona…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 10, 2022 at 7:33 PM

Join me at Patagonia in the D.C. area for my Boundary Waters film screening + fun run

I'll be in D.C. next week. Join me at the Patagonia Old Town store in the Washington D.C. area this Monday June 13 at 7:00 EST for a Boundary Waters Traverse Fun Run and Film Screening Event. After the short film, I will give an update on the fight to protect the Boundary Waters and answer question…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 10, 2022 at 11:01 AM

News from the Boundary Waters

The debate over McCollum’s worthy bill should be driven by facts and full context. Following the May 24 hearing on Rep. McCollum’'s Boundary Waters bill, the Star Tribune Opinion board laid out the facts for BWCA protection in this excellent editorial. Read the article >> Yes, use facts in th…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 7, 2022 at 12:01 PM

You’re invited to the Boundary Waters event of the year

Join us at the Boundary Waters Gala! Please join us virtually or in-person as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love.Dear John,  You’re invited to the Boundary Waters event of the year! Please join us virtually or in-person as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love, hear about the latest developm…

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