CWCS Newsletters

"Everyone has a listening-point somewhere. It does not have to be in the north or close to the wilderness, but some place of quiet where the universe can be contemplated with awe."

Passage from Listening Point by Sigurd Olson

With BWCAW permits getting harder to come by, be more accommodating to others and less independent. Take advantage of the nine-person/four boat limits. Ask your friends to join you on your permit. Share your Boundary Waters experience!

CWCS encourages all visitors to the Boundary Waters to leave no trace. If you packed it in, pack it out.

Let family and friends know of your Boundary Waters travel plans.

Take a Stand
(or in the words of Dorothy Molter, "If you don't think you are getting what you want out of life, you are probably getting what you deserve.")

Get involved! CWCS needs the input of our members on public land and water issues. Help us determine the direction you want CWCS to go in the 21st century and what issues to tackle. Please send your letters, comments, interests and concerns to: CWCS Issues, c/o Nancy McReady, P.O. Box 252 Ely, MN 55731.

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You can view our pre-2004 newsletters by clicking here.

		Spring 2004 Newsletter (1961kb)
		Summer 2004 Newsletter (415kb)
		Winter 2005 Newsletter (762kb)
		Summer 2005 Newsletter (762kb)
		December 2005 Newsletter (2654kb)
		Spring 2006 Newsletter (349kb)
		Fall 2006 Newsletter (2309kb)
		Summer 2007 Newsletter (2508kb)
		Fall 2007 Newsletter (556kb)
		Spring 2008 Newsletter (3397kb)

Increased fuel loads on the forest floors throughout the Boundary Waters, along with dry conditions have created unusually high fire dangers in the Boundary Waters. PLEASE be careful with your campfires! Make sure they are completely out when breaking camp.