My Story
Help me protect the wild heart of Minnesota!
Though I am a new transplant to the state, I have quickly fallen in love with Minnesota's incredible natural beauty and commitment to the outdoors. To celebrate and give back, I'm running Grandma's Marathon in support of Save The Boundary Waters.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a true national treasure—a million acres of pristine lakes and ancient forests that define this great state's wild character.
Every mile I run and every dollar you donate will go directly toward protecting this irreplaceable wilderness from the threat of sulfide-ore copper mining.
Please consider making a donation today to help me reach my goal and ensure the Boundary Waters remains protected for generations to come. Thank you!
Description
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |