Boundary Waters Basecamp
The BWCA is not a busy place around the 4th of July. The last few years we have taken the opportunity to paddle with our family during this short lull of activity at Voyageur. This year was no exception and we …
Author: Sue Prom
A Life-Changing Boundary Waters Experience
It’s groups like these Boy Scouts that melt your heart and make you realize how important our work at the end of the Gunflint Trail really is. Clearfield Boy Scout troop canoes in Boundary Waters By AMY …
Warming Trend
After a somewhat cool June July feels especially hot. The water in the Seagull River feels very nice and I no longer have to wear a wetsuit! I really didn’t have to wear it before but it sure makes …
Saganaga Lake Staycation
Ever wish you had your own place in the woods beneath the pines? An island hideaway on a wilderness lake where you could escape from the real world? Your wish can come true at Red Pine Island on the …
Stop the Spread
No one wants to be responsible for the depletion of game fish in our freshwater lakes of the Boundary Waters. Unfortunately invasive species like the Spiny Waterflea are making their way inland from the Great Lakes and can adversely affect …
First Year Voyageur Crew
It feels like we won the lottery this year with all of the great Voyageur Crew we have. We have what in college would be called non-traditionals on board this year. These folks come with a few more birthdays and years of experience …
The Sun Is Out!
Now that the sun has finally decided to shine it’s time to think about sun protection. Those summer rays don’t only cause ugly brown spots and wrinkles but also nasty burns and cancer. Paddling on a Boundary Waters lake on a …
Veteran Crew Members
It seems odd to call some of our crew veterans, it doesn’t even sound right. But with this being Andy’s 5th Season at Voyageur and Adam’s 4th I guess you could call them that. Andy or Andrew Spaeth …
Save a Life
I should have finished my title with the word vest or jacket since that is what this blog is about. This will teach you how to take care of your life vest so it can continue to take care …
Second Year Crew
Chelsea Lueck and Tessa Olson both joined the Voyageur Crew last year. Chelsea arrived before the season and stayed through the winter and Tessa was just here for the summer last year and again this year. Tessa is …