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"In wildness is
the preservation of the world." -- Thoreau
The Sound of a paddle dipping into the water,
the splash of a beaver tail, the echoing call of a loon. A northern sun sets on a glassy
lake, tall pines whisper with the winds. Wilderness. The United States Congress
established the Wilderness Act in 1964 to "secure for the American people of present
and future generations the benefit of an enduring resource of Wilderness." Although
we may each have our own definition, Congress defines wilderness as areas "where the
earth and its community of life are untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who
does not remain."
We Often think of wilderness as a
place for people. Areas to renew and refresh the soul. Wilderness also protects
watersheds, serves as critical habitat for threatened and endangered wildlife, improves
air quality, maintains gene pools to provide diversity, and serves as a unique living
laboratory for medical and scientific research.
Over One Million Acres in
size, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) contains hundreds of lakes and
rivers, has 1200 miles of canoe routes, is home to threatened and endangered species, and
is visited by over 200,000 people a year. It is the most heavily used wilderness
area in the country. There is a delicate balance here. As you ... plan your trip
to the BWCAW, remember that those qualities which call you to this magnificent area are
fragile. Steps you take today to preserve this area will benefit not only you, but future
generations. Wallace Stegner, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, wrote: "Something will
have gone out of us as a people if we ever let the remaining wilderness be
destroyed." Enjoy, and care for, this precious resource. Go to Canoe Trip Entry Points.
How much is
a permit for the BWCA? A nonrefundable reservation fee of $6.00 is
charged for each permit issued. There is a maximum of 9 persons / 4 canoes
allowed on a permit traveling and camping together. There is a user fee of
$16.00 (adult) and $8.00 (child 17 and under) per visit. The deposit paid
for all groups will be $38.00 regardless of group size. Any adjustments for
more or less will be initiated at the time the permit is picked up.
More about fees.
Why do some
call it the BWCA or BWCAW? This is just a matter of personal preference.
Both refer to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
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Canoe Outfitters
are standing by to help you with your permit and entry points, all you need
to do is complete our request form...Click
Here, for a quick response.
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about cabins and lodging Click
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