Cell phones have become a staple and lifeline in everyday emergency-planning. Many paddlers who relied upon making a call for either an emergency or for their pick-up ride at the end of their trip have been sorely disappointed. Will you have coverage when you enter the wilderness? Don’t count on it. This blog post will …
Cell Phone Coverage in the Boundary Waters (Comparing Top 3 Carriers) Read More »
The beauty of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area is breathtaking; however, you may not be able to capture your own aerial footage due to drone restrictions in the area. Drone operation is prohibited in the BWCA Wilderness. “Drones” refer to any recreational unmanned aerial system. The National Park Service (NPS) has banned the use of …
I’m generally not too worried with water in the BWCA. There are reports of Giardia and other water-borne illnesses in the Boundary Waters, but with some conscious effort, it can be confidently avoided. This article is going to cover 11 rules to help you confidently hydrate in the Boundary Waters. The risks BWCA water is …
Drinking Water in the Boundary Waters Without Getting Sick (5 Rules to Know) Read More »
A perk of the BWCA is that it’s an incredibly versatile wilderness area all year round — an essential trait for Minnesota’s moody climate. Just be prepared for what it can throw at you. Below I’ve detailed the different considerations for travelling the Boundary Waters in May, June, July, August, and September. You always need …