Today, the U.S. Senate passed legislation that unravels protections for the Boundary Waters watershed. The vote passed by 50-49. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/16/c...

Today, the U.S. Senate passed legislation that unravels protections for the Boundary Waters watershed. The vote passed by 50-49. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/16/c...

🚨 BREAKING: The Senate passed H.J. Res. 140, gutting Boundary Waters protections. This sets a dangerous precedent for public lands nationwide. We’re not done fighting. There are still paths to stop this mine. We'll keep you posted today about what this means and how you can get involved.

UPDATE: Senate is adjourned until 10:00 AM EST. At 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 16, the Senate will proceed to a roll call vote on the passage of HJ Res 140. We will continue our live updates tomorrow morning! www.savetheboundarywaters.org/live-updates...

LIVE: Senators will soon consider the Joint Resolution that threatens the Boundary Waters. We expect several hours of debate, followed by a final vote tonight or in the morning. If you want to follow along live update tonight, we’re posting updates here: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/live-updates...

"The House has already passed a bill to roll back the 20-year mining moratorium, and wilderness advocates expect a Senate vote any day now." Read more: www.startribune.com/us-senate-up...

UPDATE: time is being held on the Senate floor tomorrow to vote on a resolution that would dismantle the 20-year mining protections for the Boundary Waters. Call your senators: (202) 224-3121 – tell them to vote no on HJ Resolution 140. Act now: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/action-center

Today is National Beaver Day! 🦫 To celebrate, we’re launching our brand new “Give a Dam!” sticker designed by Kimberly Boustead. 🛶 Get your sticker today: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/beaver-sticker

Today is Sigurd Olson's birthday. Sig is a legend among conservationists, paddlers, and those who love Canoe Country. 🛶 He was one of the most influential advocates for the designation and protection of the Boundary Waters. Learn more about Sigurd Olson's legacy: open.substack.com/pub/savetheb...

"As hunters, anglers, and conservationists, we stand on the shoulders of giants from past generations, like President Roosevelt. This is our opportunity to show future generations they, too, stand on the shoulders of giants from this generation." www.duluthnewstribune.com/opinion/colu...

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How can the state of Minnesota protect the Boundary Waters? The federal government is moving to roll back protections for the Boundary Waters, and the state of Minnesota has the ultimate power to stop a mine from being built next to the Wilderness. savethebwca.substack.com/p/how-can-th...

Do you ever “dip” or do you treat your water while you’re in the Boundary Waters? While drinking straight from the lake comes with risks, here are some things for you to consider when treating water in the Boundary Waters! open.substack.com/pub/savetheb...

This recent piece features interviews with Theodore Roosevelt IV and our board chair, Becky Rom. The discussion draws parallels to the 1990s battle to stop a Canadian company from building a gold mine just outside Yellowstone National Park. Read more: yellowstonian.org/the-boundary...

In a rare letter to Republican senators, four descendants of the former president oppose mining near a wilderness area in Minnesota. Read more: bit.ly/4rOgr2B

Great editorial from Jill Burcum in the Star Tribune on why strong protections for the Boundary Waters matter now more than ever and why the Senate’s vote in the coming days is critical in the fight to protect the Wilderness. www.startribune.com/burcum-the-h...

🚨 URGENT: Senate vote next week. Your senators need to hear from you NOW! The bill to overturn the 20-year mining ban near the Boundary Waters is heading to the Senate floor next week. This is a make-or-break moment. Call your senators today: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/action-center

A bill just passed the House that would undo the 20-year mining ban in the BWCAW watershed and could bring toxic copper mining right to its doorstep. Next, the bill moves to the Senate. Read this strong opinion piece from Tony Jones. www.startribune.com/bwca-copper-...

Today marks the third anniversary of the 20-year mining ban, which is under threat in Congress. ⚠️ Also, the Chilean mining giant Antofagasta was just fined about $775,000 for failing to comply with regulations in Chile. Call your senators now: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/anniversary-...

HJ 140 has passed the House and now heads to the Senate. This does not mean a mine will be built tomorrow, but it does mean we have even more important work ahead of us. Right now, we need you to take the next step and contact your Senators! www.savetheboundarywaters.org/SaveBWCA-Sen...

Thank you, @mccollum.house.gov, for your leadership and for being a Boundary Waters champion!

Planning a Boundary Waters canoe trip? Permit day is almost here—quota permits open Jan 28! Have questions about entry points, permits, packing, or meals? Join our special webinars for expert tips and trip-planning insights. Registration and details: savetheboundarywaters.org/trips-webinars

🚨The Boundary Waters faces an urgent threat. 🚨 Congress is expected to vote NEXT WEEK on Rep. Stauber’s bill to overturn the 20-year mining ban that protects the Boundary Waters. Contact your representatives today and demand they VOTE NO on Joint Resolution 140. savetheboundarywaters.org/actnow26

🚨URGENT: Rep Stauber introduced a bill to overturn the 20-year mining ban in the Boundary Waters watershed. If passed, it would reopen the door to copper mining near the Wilderness and block future administrations from using the same safeguards. ACT NOW: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/bill-introdu...

Breaking: A congressional plan to overturn the 20-year mining ban near the BWCA emerges. This unprecedented step could trigger a fast-track congressional vote. We will keep you updated as we learn more: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/new-congress...

Last week, our team visited Capitol Hill to meet in person with members of Congress and their staff to advocate for the Wilderness. @savetheboundarywaters.org serves as the voice for the Boundary Waters in Washington, D.C. Learn more: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/were-back-wa...

We’re in Washington, DC! This week, we're meeting with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to advocate for the protection of the Boundary Waters. The threats are real and escalating. Donate now to help us continue to fight to protect the Wilderness: savetheboundarywaters.org/donate2025

Exploratory drilling near Birch Lake has brought renewed attention to mining policies near the Boundary Waters. While federal lands are currently off-limits, companies can still pursue projects on state land. Read more: bit.ly/4q3OxPc

The Duluth News Tribune criticized a border bill from Sen. Mike Lee, which would include allowing permanent infrastructure in the BWCA. Becky Rom, chair of Save the Boundary Waters, said the editorial overlooked a more immediate threat: a nearby sulfide-ore copper mine. Read more: bit.ly/4rIBapp

Dave Simonett, who lives in MN, is on the board of directors of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters and is the singer of the band Trampled by Turtles. He recently shared this piece with the Strib. Read more: bit.ly/4iGCLrQ

Minnesota is working to sell and transfer 80,000 acres of state School Trust land in the Boundary Waters to the Federal Government to be managed, like the rest of the Boundary Waters, by the U.S. Forest Service-Superior National Forest. Read more: bit.ly/4rtcfWM

“Suddenly the air is white with drifting flakes, and the tension is gone … Then almost magically the ground is no longer brown … Swiftly the whiteness spreads, then the earth is sealed and autumn is gone” — Sigurd Olson ❄️Who else got out to enjoy the snow this weekend? 📷 Angleworm Trail, Jan 2025

One week left to apply! 🛶 Save the Boundary Waters' Wilderness Equity Initiative grants program is open for applications! We provide modest trip or project grants to individuals or groups to help overcome barriers to experiencing the outdoors. Application deadline: Dec 1, 2025 bit.ly/3LW48BW

Yesterday was incredible. Thanks to more than 2,000 people who love the Boundary Waters, we raised over $526,000 for Give to the Max Day. ✨Your support gives us the strength to meet every challenge ahead — and we’re so grateful to have you with us. 🌲🛶 Thank you for showing up! 📷 Jeff Anderson

UPDATE: Twin Metals Minnesota has just submitted a proposal to the Minnesota DNR to conduct exploratory drilling on state and private lands next to Birch Lake — a beloved recreation lake that flows directly into the Boundary Waters. Learn more: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/twin-metals-...

Today, we honor all who have served our country. Many veterans find peace and healing in wild places, including the Boundary Waters. Read the blog from veteran, sportsman, and author David Lien. www.savetheboundarywaters.org/veterans-day...

Our water quality monitoring team has been tracking sulfate pollution in Birch Lake for six years. In our latest blog, Conservation Biologist Andrew shares why this work is essential to protecting the Boundary Waters—and why it needs your support. www.savetheboundarywaters.org/what-our-res...

Where do things stand in the fight to protect the Boundary Waters? This year has brought a wave of new threats but also important victories. Read our latest update to learn what’s at stake, what’s been stopped, and how you can get involved. www.savetheboundarywaters.org/threats-boun...

In May, the Hudson Bay Girls embarked on a 1,300-mile canoe expedition 🛶 from Grand Portage to Hudson Bay! Through their journey, they emphasized the need for permanent protection of the BWCA. Read more: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/paddling-pat...

Early giving for Give to the Max Day is LIVE. Your gift to protect the Boundary Waters will be TRIPLED until Nov 20. Every dollar defends the Boundary Waters and its clean waters. Give now. Give early: bit.ly/gtmd25-bound...

Nothing more spooky than emerging threats to the Boundary Waters. A new proposed bill would open all federal lands within 100 miles of the U.S. border to roads, buildings, and motorized access, encompassing the entirety of the Boundary Waters. Learn more: www.startribune.com/gop-bill-wou...

Sen. Mike Lee’s new bill would amend the Wilderness Act to allow roads, fences, and infrastructure within 100 miles of U.S. borders — affecting 9.5+ million acres of public land, including the BWCA, Superior National Forest, and reach as far as Duluth. themeateater.com/conservation...

ALERT 🚨 New bill would grant Homeland Security authority to cut roads, run motorboats, and install surveillance towers in wild, pristine places within 100 miles of the U.S. border. This encompasses the entirety of the BWCA and Superior National Forest. www.outdoorlife.com/conservation...

We’re excited that Outdoor Retailer is moving to Minnesota for 2026! This is a testament to the strong and growing outdoor economy in MN, driven by our beloved places like the Boundary Waters. www.startribune.com/after-more-t...

Grandma’s Marathon registration opens Oct 1, and this year, you can be part of our Save the Boundary Waters charity team. Spots are limited, so if you’ve been dreaming of running Grandma’s in 2026, now’s your chance. Learn more: savetheboundarywaters.org/charity-run

The @washingtonpost.com just published a strong piece on the mining threats facing the Boundary Waters. It highlights decades of advocacy for its protection and what’s at stake for this irreplaceable wilderness. Read the full article: bit.ly/42UDu1E

Julia is celebrating her son’s 1st birthday in the Boundary Waters and turning her family’s story into action through peer-to-peer fundraising. By sharing your own Boundary Waters story, you can help protect this place for generations to come. Read more: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/love-boundar...

The Roadless Rule protects millions of acres of national forest, including vital areas near the Boundary Waters. Weakening it would open the door to destruction that cannot be undone. Read the full DNT editorial: www.duluthnewstribune.com/opinion/edit...

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness's future is increasingly uncertain due to budget reductions, staffing shortages, and renewed mining threats. Now is a critical time to speak loudly for the permanent protection of America's most visited Wilderness. www.sierraclub.org/sierra/bound...

Join us for our community event series to connect, learn, and take action to protect the Boundary Waters. Each event will feature speakers, hands-on activities, and chances to meet fellow advocates. Refreshments, stickers, and merch provided! RSVP: www.savetheboundarywaters.org/actionevents...