The Dark Sky Caravan is coming to Cook County again this summer. Why does it visit us so frequently? We have very little light pollution with the darkest skies around. Perseid meteors 2019: All you need to know Posted by …
Here’s a press release from the DNR regarding loons. West Nile virus impacting Minnesota loon population A recent uptick in reports of dead loons and test results indicate an impact from West Nile virus (WNV), according to nongame wildlife staff …
There have been a few small fires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and across the border on Saganaga Lake recently. One potentially dangerous wildfire was prevented by a group of homeowners and volunteers in the Northeast Arm of …
This year may just be a great year to watch the Delta Aquarid Meteor Shower because it will be happening during our new moon. Against the dark sky of a moonless night meteors are much easier to see. Here’s some …
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Hopefully the rain we received along with the storm on Friday will lessen the fire danger in the BWCAW. Until then everyone should use caution with campfires and make sure they are dead out before leaving even if it’s just …
I heard the title of this blog just recently and it makes sense. With the increasing intensity of storms in our neck of the woods it is good advice, except when you’re out in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. …
Winter drying injury on evergreens in northern Minnesota By Megan O’Neil, Northwest Region forest health specialist When the snow finally started to melt after this year’s long winter, many northern Minnesota residents noticed their evergreens showed signs of winter drying …
Someone recently asked me about the Paulsen Mine and I came across a blog post of mine from November of 2009! What, 2009? How can it have been that long ago already? Well, just in case you’re interested, here it …
Have you seen any bears in the Boundary Waters this year? If so then let the USFS know. And remember, don’t feed the bears. We received a report today regarding a group encounter with a bear on the portage between …
Thanks to Voyageur Canoe Outfitter crew member Clay for filming this for us to share with you!