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Hi! In June I’m running my very first MARATHON to support the Save the Boundary Waters Foundation!! The Boundary Waters is one of our nation’s most pristine and awe-inspiring wilderness areas, a place that deserves protection for future generations to explore and enjoy. My dad started going to the boundary waters nearly 40 years ago, and now its a whole family (and many friends) affair each summer, sometimes more than once! Every mile I run represents a commitment to preserving this irreplaceable landscape from threats like pollution and industrial development. Your donation, no matter the size, helps fund critical advocacy, education, and conservation efforts to keep the Boundary Waters wild and free. Together, we can make sure this incredible natural treasure remains untouched for years to come.

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The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is an undeveloped 1.1 million-acre federal and state-recognized Wilderness Area. It is an expanse of lakes, rivers, and forests in the Superior National Forest, located along the Minnesota-Canada border, that has been protected by statute and international treaty for more than a century. This is the sixth most critical region in the lower 48 to protect for climate resiliency and contains 20% of all the freshwater in the entire National Forest System. The water in the Boundary Waters is so clean, you can dip your cup and drink straight from the lake.

Save the Boundary Waters is the locally-based, national campaign led by Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness based in Ely, Minnesota dedicated to permanently protecting America’s most beloved Wilderness Area – the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Feb 18 Granny Undisclosed amount
Jan 21 Marta & Andy Lasch Undisclosed amount
Jan 20 Adam and Mariah Haynes Yay Emma!! You go girl! Love you <3 $108.50
Jan 20 Jill Poindexter Undisclosed amount
Jan 20 Sherre Edmondson So proud of you Emma! You can do this and what a great way to support your work! $108.50
Jan 20 John & Jan Turpin Save the BWCA from mining, logging and other exploitation of the lands and waters. Emma run like the wind! $55.25