Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

November 14, 2023 at 7:11 PM

BREAKING: our science makes a big splash for the future of the Boundary Waters

Rush a 2X gift to protect Minnesota’s wild rice. Dear John, Today, the state recognized our tireless water quality monitoring work, which shed light on a popular Boundary Waters-edge lake whose pollution has been ignored – until now.  The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has included Birch …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 11, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Limited-time only Boundary Waters merch 🛶

This apparel is only available until November 24. We’re offering these shirts in various styles and colors, so there’s something for everyone.Dear John, Get your limited-time-only Save the Boundary Waters apparel! By purchasing our wilderness-inspired merchandise, you can help fund the important wor…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

November 10, 2023 at 2:18 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  Franconia Minerals’ plan to drill just upstream of the Boundary Waters was approved by the Department of Natural Resources last week. Franconia Minerals, a subsidiary of Twin Metals Minnesota LLC, is undertaking this exploratory drilling to adv…

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  Elsie, Kids for the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 8, 2023 at 2:12 PM

Kids for the Boundary Waters - listen to our voices

I'm in D.C. advocating for the future of the Boundary Waters. Join me in protecting this Wilderness.   Dear John, My name is Elsie Falconer, I’m a high school sophomore and the President of Kids for the Boundary Waters, a youth-led project supported by Save the Boundary Waters. This week, I am in Wa…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

November 7, 2023 at 5:50 PM

I’m back in D.C. to defend the Boundary Waters

Minutes ago, I landed in Washington D.C., to protect the Boundary Waters watershed from rampant attacks. Currently, Canoe Country is up against significant threats.  2X match for Give to the Max Day now live 🛶Dear John, Minutes ago, I landed in Washington D.C., to protect the Boundary Waters watersh…

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  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

November 5, 2023 at 1:03 PM

Save the Date: Boundary Waters Gala with Jessie Diggins

Mark your calendar for our new SPRING gala on May 2Hi John, The Save the Boundary Waters annual Boundary Waters Gala is moving to the spring and will be on Thursday, May 2nd at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis. We are thrilled to announce that this year's keynote speaker will be Minnesota…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

November 3, 2023 at 5:08 PM

🚨BREAKING: Twin Metals just filed to reverse our recent legal win.

Twin Metals is at it again. They will stop at nothing to resurrect its rejected sulfide-ore copper mine in the watershed of the Boundary Waters. MAKE A 2X GIFT   Dear John,Twin Metals is at it again. In September, Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness - the lead organization in the Campaign to Sav…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

November 2, 2023 at 5:10 PM

The Boundary Waters remains at risk. Here’s what you can do.

2X match for Give to the Max Day now live 🛶  2X match for Give to the Max Day now live 🛶Dear John, This week was crucial for the Boundary Waters. You may have heard that Twin Metals has been allowed to conduct exploratory drilling near the Boundary Waters, a precursor to developing a mine UNDER Birc…

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  Becky Rom, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

October 31, 2023 at 8:22 PM

Alert: Toxic mining project rises from the dead 💀

Twin Metals’ most dangerous plan yet was just approved.   Dear John, A plan for an exploratory drilling permit to mine UNDER Birch Lake was approved yesterday. Antofagasta, the Chilean mining giant behind the Twin Metals mine, is attempting to resurrect their dead proposed toxic sulfide-ore copper m…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

October 30, 2023 at 10:49 PM

Alert: drilling near Boundary Waters Wilderness just approved

Twin Metals’ plan for exploratory drilling just upstream of the Boundary Waters was just approved. This drilling is being undertaken in order to advance a mine UNDER Birch Lake, which flows directly into the Wilderness.   John, Twin Metals’ plan for exploratory drilling just upstream of the Boundary…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

October 24, 2023 at 6:46 PM

CBS News highlights Save the Boundary Waters

CBS News station highlighted how Save the Boundary Waters built a movement over the past decade that brought Minnesota’s sulfide-ore copper mining threat national the spotlight. You've played a vital role in this journey, and we're grateful for your support.   John,  Last Thursday, WCCO, Minnesota’s…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

October 18, 2023 at 10:12 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  This weekend, Minnesota’s Star Tribune published a fantastic editorial sounding the alarm about a new plan from Franconia Minerals to conduct exploratory drilling in the watershed of the Boundary Waters. The editorial calls on the state of Minn…

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  Ingrid, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

October 12, 2023 at 4:35 PM

Say no to mining under Birch Lake

Twin Metals moves toward more exploratory drilling  Dear John, I’m going to get right to the point: Twin Metals has submitted a request for an exploratory drilling permit to mine UNDER Birch Lake. This is perhaps their most dangerous proposal yet. This exploration is solely to advance a sulfide-ore …

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  Becky Rom, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

October 10, 2023 at 12:17 PM

Twin Metals moves toward more exploratory drilling

Say no to mining under Birch Lake Dear John, Can you imagine a mine underneath a lake that flows directly into the Boundary Waters? Mining company Twin Metals recently submitted a request to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to undertake exploratory drilling on state land on the sh…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 24, 2023 at 9:58 PM

Hours left - make 2X the impact for the Boundary Waters

$5,614 in matching funds remain. Donate today and double the impact of your gift. Dear John,I’ll make this quick: in recognition of National Public Lands Day this weekend, the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters has been offered a rare match to protect the Boundary Waters from sulfide-ore copper m…

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  Becky Rom, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 24, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Today's midnight deadline - double your impact for Public Lands Day

Don't miss out on the chance to double your impact to protect the Boundary Waters. Dear John ,  There are only hours remaining for our Public Lands Day match. When you make a gift, it will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000 until TODAY at midnight. Protecting America’s public lands begins…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 23, 2023 at 10:00 PM

2X match opportunity - the Boundary Waters is not for sale.

This National Public Lands Day, can I count on you step up to protect Wild places? Dear John, Today is National Public Lands Day! And, it’s also Wilderness Month as declared by a proclamation by President Biden.  But, unfortunately, our Public Lands are under attack.  Right now, a bill that would o…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

September 23, 2023 at 12:01 PM

2X your impact this Public Lands Day

This Public Lands Day, commit to protecting the Boundary Waters. Dear John, Happy National Public Lands Day! Today is a special day to enjoy, adventure in, and celebrate public lands during National Wilderness Month. We have a rare donation match opportunity in celebration of National Public Lands…

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  Elsie Falconer · [email protected]

September 21, 2023 at 7:31 PM

I'm Elsie, the new President of Kids for the Boundary Waters

I officially took over the leadership of Kids for the Boundary Waters last night at the annual Boundary Waters Gala.  Hi John,   I'd like to introduce myself, I'm Elsie Falconer, the new President of Kids for the Boundary Waters. At last night's Boundary Waters Gala we celebrated the 10 years the Ca…

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  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

September 11, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Ticket deadline - don't miss out on the Boundary Waters event of the year

Only a handful of tickets remain - get yours before midnightHi John,The best night out for the Boundary Waters is right around the corner. Don't miss this special evening celebrating the Wilderness we all love. The deadline to purchase your tickets for the September 20 Boundary Waters Gala is coming…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

September 6, 2023 at 10:20 PM

🚨BREAKING NEWS: We WON our lawsuit against Twin Metals

Win for the Boundary Waters. Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness wins lawsuit against Twin Metals  Dear John,   Today, Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness - the lead organization in the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters - and ten local businesses and four conservation groups, WON the laws…

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  Becky, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 29, 2023 at 2:31 PM

48 hours left to claim new limited edition Boundary Waters sticker

The Boundary Waters is in trouble and we need your help John-   The Boundary Waters is in trouble: we are behind on our summer fundraising. Can I count on you to help us hit our goal so we can keep working around the clock to protect Canoe Country permanently?  Autumn is in the air, but there are o…

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  Becky, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 22, 2023 at 12:07 PM

Urgent support needed: how you can help protect the Boundary Waters

Plus get your new limited edition Save the Boundary Waters sticker today Dear John,  I’ll keep this quick: while paddling season is in full swing, our Development Director just alerted me that we are short of our summer fundraising goal to protect the Boundary Waters. This is bad news for the future…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 15, 2023 at 2:14 PM

Be a Climate Hero: Join the fight to protect the Boundary Waters

Safeguard our planet's most vital ecosystems like the Boundary Waters Dear John, A healthy Boundary Waters ecosystem is key to solving the climate emergency. Did you know that scientific modeling by two major conservation organizations identifed the Boundary Waters region as among the most importa…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 10, 2023 at 9:51 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  Our 2023 Ely Garden Party was a tremendous success! We saw our highest turnout for this event ever. Well over 250 people gathered at the South Kawishiwi River Campground Pavilion in Ely, Minnesota, to celebrate the Boundary Waters, and we raise…

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  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

August 7, 2023 at 5:39 PM

Were you at the Garden Party yesterday?

Another successful Garden Party Fundraiser yesterdayHello John,  Yesterday, over 250 Wilderness Defenders gathered in Ely for our ninth annual Garden Party Fundraiser. Thank you to all the sponsors, speakers, volunteers, and supporters for making this year's Garden Party so successful. Together, we …

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

July 18, 2023 at 4:49 PM

🚨Breaking: update on our federal court battle for the Boundary Waters

Twin Metals' lawsuit attempts to revive its rejected plan to build a dangerous sulfide-ore copper mine along rivers, lakes, and streams that flow directly into the Wilderness. Dear John, Here in the Boundary Waters life is calm and serene. It’s paddling season, the lakes are perfect for swimming, a…

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  Becky Rom, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

July 17, 2023 at 5:52 PM

Tickets to the Boundary Waters Gala are going fast 🎉

Plus check-out a sneak peek at our silent auctionDear 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 as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love, hear about the latest developments in the fi…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

July 15, 2023 at 2:02 PM

Win a custom Boundary Waters inspired Granite Gear bag!

Enter to win a custom, loon-inspired Granite Gear canoe bag. ENTER TO WIN HERE ENTER TO WIN HERE  You are receiving this e-mail because you have supported the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters - a project of Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness. Save the Boundary WatersP.O. Box 625Ely, MN …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 13, 2023 at 11:07 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  We’re going back to court for clean water. The Department of Natural Resources found MN’s state rules inadequate to protect the Boundary Waters from toxic noise and light pollution, but failed to adequately address the threat this type of minin…

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  Sam Chadwick, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 10, 2023 at 8:41 PM

The fight for clean water is ramping up 💧

Last week, we filed a contested case to fight for the clean water of the Boundary Waters. The next step? We have to make sure that we win in court. We need your support at this critical point in our fight. Dear John, Last week, we filed a contested case to fight for the clean water of the Boundary W…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 6, 2023 at 6:44 PM

ALERT: Twin Metals files case against the Boundary Waters

Your gift will be matched for the Boundary Waters today. The Boundary Waters continues to face ongoing threats from billion-dollar corporations that have no stake in protecting our Wilderness. But with your support, we can fight back.  Dear John,  In late May, the Department of Natural Resources fou…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

July 5, 2023 at 6:59 PM

BREAKING: We’re going back to court to fight for clean water

Because what’s the Boundary Waters without clean water?   Dear John, We are going back to court to fight for clean water.   Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness (Save the Boundary Waters’s parent organization) filed a request for a contested case, challenging the Minnesota Department of Natural …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 22, 2023 at 5:14 PM

Adventure awaits: take our BWCA Quiz 🛶

Get your paddles ready, test your BWCA knowledgeDear John,  Grab your virtual paddle, and let’s embark on an adventure of your Boundary Waters knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a curious newbie, this quiz is the perfect way to celebrate paddling season and the beauty of summer. TAKE …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 21, 2023 at 4:28 PM

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

Join us at the Boundary Waters Gala on September 20Dear John,  You’re invited to the Boundary Waters event of the year! This is an event you won’t want to miss. Join us as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love, hear about the latest developments in the fight for its protection, and enjoy great com…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 15, 2023 at 7:49 PM

Test your Boundary Waters lake knowledge

How well do you know the lakes of the BWCA? Dear John, The lakes in the Boundary Waters offer a captivating experience for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Their crystal-clear waters shimmer under the sunlight, reflecting the lush greenery of the surrounding forests. Paddling along their…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 9, 2023 at 2:41 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  In June 2020, we challenged Minnesota’s rules governing copper mining, arguing that outdated Minnesota mining rules are inadequate to protect the Boundary Waters and its headwaters from sulfide-ore copper mining. Last week, the DNR determined t…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 7, 2023 at 1:47 PM

You’re Invited: Celebrate the Boundary Waters with us this fall

Join us for the Boundary Waters event of the yearDear John, You’re invited to the Boundary Waters event of the year! This is an event you won’t want to miss. Join over 350 Wilderness defenders as we celebrate and raise critical funds to protect the Boundary Waters. Tickets will go fast so be sure to…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

June 1, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Important update on our lawsuit to protect the Boundary Waters

We wanted to share an important update about our groundbreaking state lawsuit that we brought three years ago: In June 2020, we challenged Minnesota’s rules governing copper mining , arguing that outdated Minnesota mining rules are inadequate to protect the Boundary Waters and its headwaters from su…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 30, 2023 at 8:29 PM

Experience the edge of the Wilderness in Ely

As a supporter of the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, you likely know this well. But have you had a chance to experience all that Ely itself has to offer? If you’re planning a canoe trip this summer, allow us to recommend extending your stay in the area to include a few days in town. Dear John…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

May 22, 2023 at 4:46 PM

You're invited to the Garden Party in Ely on August 6

Join Save the Boundary Waters in Ely for our annual Garden Party. Greetings John,  As summer approaches, we're getting excited for our annual Garden Party Fundraiser for the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters! Join us on Sunday, August 6, from 3 - 5 p.m. at the South Kawishiwi River Campground Pav…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 18, 2023 at 12:02 AM

Protecting the Boundary Waters is powered by people

We need you to share your love of the Boundary Waters with your friends. Forward this email to two friends who love the Wilderness and encourage them to join us in our fight.   Hi John, We need you to share your love of the Boundary Waters with your friends. Forward this email to two friends who lov…

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  Becky's iPhone · [email protected]

May 11, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Today I testify on behalf of the Boundary Waters

Hi John -  I’ll make this quick because I’m on my way to testify in a Congressional Hearing in the U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources on behalf of the Boundary Waters. Last week, Rep. Stauber introduced legislation to reverse the 20-year ban on sulfide-ore c…

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  Ingrid, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 10, 2023 at 2:18 PM

Good news and bad news for the Boundary Waters

The latest on our work to permanently protect the Boundary Waters John, I’ve got good news and bad news about our work to permanently protect the Boundary Waters.  First, the bad news: U.S. Representative Pete Stauber introduced legislation just last week that would REVERSE the Biden Administration'…

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  Libby, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 9, 2023 at 6:34 PM

We just landed in D.C. - 20-year Boundary Waters mining ban under attack

A bill has been introduced to overturn the 20-year mining ban. We are in Washington D.C. to defend it.  Dear John, Minutes ago, I landed in Washington D.C. with Save the Boundary Waters’ Campaign Manager Alex Falconer and National Campaign Chair Becky Rom. Maybe you saw the upsetting news: January’s…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 5, 2023 at 8:20 PM

BREAKING: Bill introduced to REVERSE historic BWCA protections

Yesterday, U.S. Congressman Stauber introduced a bill to REVERSE the Biden Administration’s protective 20-year mining ban in the watershed of the Boundary Waters.  Dear John,Yesterday, U.S. Congressman Stauber ratcheted up his attacks on the Boundary Waters by introducing a bill to reverse the Biden…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 5, 2023 at 1:07 AM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates on Boundary Waters protections from Canoe Country. Dear John,  New bill attacks Boundary Waters wildlife. Rep. Stauber introduced a resolution that would take a once-thriving species of bats off the endangered species list. These winged mammals are critical to the Boundary W…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 2, 2023 at 11:09 PM

Alert: Congressional hearing suggests mining *in* the Boundary Waters

Today in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, U.S. Representative Stauber, Chair of the Natural Resource Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, hosted a field hearing in which he, other House Members, and witnesses advocated for toxic sulfide-ore mining directly adjacent to and upstream from the Boundar…

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  Kelsey Polcher, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 1, 2023 at 6:32 PM

Save the date: two important Boundary Waters events of the year

Join us for our annual Ely Garden Party on August 6 and our annual Gala at the Nicollet Island Pavilion on September 20!  Dear John, We are thrilled to invite you to mark your calendars and join us for two Boundary Waters events that you won't want to miss: our annual Summer Garden Party in Ely and …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

April 24, 2023 at 9:22 PM

Last day for Boundary Waters merch plus load up on giveback gear 🛶

Celebrate Earth Month by supporting a few of our favorite businesses who make sustainability a priority!Dear John, Celebrate Earth Month by supporting a few of our favorite businesses who make sustainability a priority! As we eagerly await our upcoming canoe trips, take a moment to discover some of …

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