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Friends of the Boundary Waters
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Connecting people and protecting the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness since 1976.
Twin Metals is back, trying to mine near the Boundary Waters. We beat them once, but they're relentless. With your support, we'll defend clean water, push for permanent protection, and keep the BWCA wild. Donate now and double your impact during Give to the Max.
www.givemn.org/bwcaw?referr...
November 20, 2025 at 4:29 PM
H.R. 4090 would make Trump's fast-track mining orders permanent law, threatening the Boundary Waters.

But what's this REALLY about?

Profits over Public Lands!
@repstansbury.bsky.social

Contact your reps NOW to oppose H.R. 4090.
www.friends-bwca.org/get-involved...
September 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Rep. Pete Stauber and mining proponents claim copper sulfide mining is safe. But the evidence tells a different story. All it takes is one mining disaster to poison Minnesota’s clean water forever. Our clean water is not for sale.
Take action - join us!
www.friends-bwca.org/get-involved/
May 27, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Yesterday, House Natural Resources Committee advanced measures threatening our public lands. Instead of budget discussions, they pushed Project 2025 and giveaways to corporations—with the Boundary Waters on their hit list.
May 7, 2025 at 6:08 PM
🌲 FREE THIS SATURDAY: Strib Unbound at Theodore Wirth Park Trailhead! Outdoor fun for the whole family. PLUS our SPARKS youth leaders showcase firebuilding & portaging skills. Food & music + expert presentations (9am-3pm)!
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April 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM
What's happening in Washington with efforts to protect the Boundary Waters?
Congresswoman @mccollum.house.gov will fill us in TOMORROW, April 16th at 12PM during our special "Lunch with Friends" webinar.
SIGN UP!
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April 15, 2025 at 4:13 PM