Monday night, Rep. Pete Stauber introduced a resolution to overturn the 20-year mining ban in the Boundary Waters watershed. This is urgent. If passed, it would erase current protections and reopen the door to sulfide-ore copper mining near the Boundary Waters. Read More and take action >>
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Call your representative: Connect directly to their office right now. We provide you with a simple script. It takes less than 2 minutes. It’s a small effort that will have a major impact. Call now >>
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| Send an email to your representative: Let lawmakers know you support continued protection of the Boundary Waters and oppose this dangerous resolution.
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Watch this week’s webinar: Check out our recent webinar where we discuss the latest developments in a legislative scheme aimed at overturning the 20-year mining ban. Watch now >>
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Are you planning a Boundary Waters canoe trip? Permit day is January 28! Join us for a special webinar with Piragis Outfitting Manager, Tim Barton, and wilderness guide Pam Wright. Whether you’re dreaming about your first trip or you’ve paddled the BWCAW before, they will share tips and favorite ways to make the most of this wilderness adventure.
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Permit opener is almost here: Mark your calendar! 2026 summer season Boundary Waters entry permits become available online on January 28, 2025, at 9:00 AM CST.
Reserve your permit >>
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Blog - Planning a Summer Boundary Waters Canoe Trip:
The Boundary Waters offers a unique experience for outdoor enthusiasts interested in canoeing and hiking. If you plan to take a trip to the Boundary Waters, here is everything you need to know to prepare and secure your permit. Read the blog >>
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Blog - From Lakes to Latrines: The Fun Guide to Boundary Waters Etiquette: You’ve snagged the permit (whew!). You’ve wrangled the crew. And now you’re ready to map out the rest of your Boundary Waters adventure. But before you dive in, let’s talk trail manners. We’ve got a fun guide to get you started.
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Save the Date: Boundary Waters Gala
Join us Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis for our annual Boundary Waters Gala. Tickets go on sale in early March. Sign up to be notified when sales open. Get ticket alerts >>
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Jan 16 | Metro New Year Party - Minneapolis, MN Join Save the Boundary Waters and celebrate a great year of action in 2025. Learn how you can get involved this year! We will do even more this year in the face of Federal threats. Let's have fun at La Doña Cervecería as we rally for 2026! More info >>
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Jan 29 | Duluth Winter Party - Duluth, MN Join us at Duluth Cider from 5-7 PM to hear more about recent threats, engage with fellow Boundary Waters enthusiasts, and demonstrate your knowledge with some Boundary Waters-themed trivia!
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Feb 3 | Backcountry Film Festival - Fargo, ND Join us for a second screening of the Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival from 5–9 PM on February 3 at Drekker Brewing, Fargo, ND. $1 from every pint sold will benefit Save the Boundary Waters. Pay-what-you-can tickets are available. More info >>
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Feb 17 | Crockpot Cook-Off and Potluck - Ely, MN Save the date for the evening of Tuesday, February 17th, for a Crockpot Cook-Off and Potluck at the Ely Folk School. Any and all types of crockpot food/beverages are welcome. There will be prizes!
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Mar 2 | Backcountry Film Festival - Minneapolis, MN Produced by our friends at Winter Wildlands Alliance, join us and Superior Highlands Backcountry for the Backcountry Film Fest. We’ll be at Utepils Brewing on Monday, March 2. More info >>
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Mar 13-15 | Canoecopia - Madison, WI Visit our booth at Canoecopia, the world’s largest paddling expo in March. Meet some of our staff and awesome volunteers. Learn more about what we’ve been up to and snag some cool merch. Get details on our booth and supporter meetups at Canoecopia on our website. More info >>
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Boundary Waters Gala Sponsorship
Become a 2026 Boundary Waters Gala Sponsor and support an evening dedicated to protecting America’s most visited Wilderness. Sponsor partners receive meaningful visibility while aligning their brand with an organization leading the fight to protect the Boundary Waters. Learn more >>
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We’re hiring! Love wild places and want to help protect them? Spend your summer as an intern in Ely, right on the edge of the Boundary Waters! Explore a million-acre wilderness and enjoy endless outdoor adventures. We’re accepting applications through February 1, 2026—don’t miss your chance! Learn more >>
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Employer Match: Double your impact - Did you make a gift to Save the Boundary Waters in 2025? Many employers will match your donation dollar-for-dollar up to 12 months after your gift was made. Search for your employer here to see if you qualify. Questions or need a new receipt? Contact us >>
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Boundary Waters Connect feature | Timber Jay: Artist and educator at the Ely Folk School, Betty Firth reflects on how well communities stay connected and cared for. She highlights Boundary Waters Connect, an Ely based nonprofit that links people and resources to strengthen communities along the edges of the BWCAW. Read more >>
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Boundary Waters Connect: What’s Ely reading? Book recommendations from Ely-area community leaders brought to you by Boundary Waters Connect in collaboration with Piragis Northwoods Company, where great books find you. Read more >>
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