October in the BWCA
It’s been a few years since I’ve camped in the BWCA in October. I recently had the opportunity to spend a few nights in the Boundary Waters and as usual it was wonderful. It was just Rugby and me for …
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Fall Paddling in the BWCA
It’s been a super Fall for canoe camping in the Boundary Waters this year. In addition to sunshine and warm temperatures we’ve had very few windy days. The wind is one thing I do not like to hear when I’m …
Spring is Here, Paddle Safely
Happy Spring Everyone! Now that spring has sprung most people are able to get out and enjoy some time on the water. It will be awhile before we are able to do so in the BWCA but it’s always a …
What Time is it? BWCA Permit Time!
Well, it’s almost Boundary Waters permit time. Reservations for all entry points can be made on a first-come, first-served basis beginning January 28, 2015, 9 a.m. Central Time. It isn’t a mad rush for permits on the Gunflint Trail side …
Gorgeous on the Gunflint Trail
Voyageur Crew members Tony and Hannah couldn’t have picked a better day to go out camping in the Boundary Waters. The high temperature today was 70 degrees and the sun was hot. Tomorrow the sun is expected to shine as …
Still Paddling
People are still paddling the Boundary Waters even though it may seem too late in the season for some folks. We had a couple of groups come off of the water today who reported good fishing and wildlife viewing. We …
Paddling Safely in the Boundary Waters
Some of these suggestions for safe paddling aren’t applicable in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area but I figure most of our readers paddle elsewhere too. It’s a short, cute video that is a good reminder to be smart wherever you …
Best Time to Paddle the Boundary Waters
I’ve always said, “Any time you can paddle the Boundary Waters is the best time to paddle the Boundary Waters.” Taking that into consideration the next thing to consider is what you want to experience while you are in the …
Another Epic Voyage
Three of our past Voyageur Crew members are embarking on a wilderness adventure with three other modern day Voyageurs. Adam Maxwell, Jake Bendel and Tessa Olson will be spending their summer paddling and camping and I’m so very jealous. It …
When One Can’t Paddle One Dreams
I guess it’s what you do when you live in a place where places to paddle are frozen half of the year, you dream about paddling. Cold winter nights are spent around a fire in the wood stove exploring places …