Okay everyone, this is a really neat program for anyone interested in becoming a better canoe camper. Visit this link to learn more http://www.northernstarbsa.org/News.aspx?articleID=560




Proceeds will benefit Eagle Scout Scholarships. Learn from one of the best in the nation and… Continue

Hey All,

I found a great online reading resource for canoeing. I enjoy our site here so much, but am always looking for more. canoerootsmag.com is the link for Family Camping & Canoeroots magazine. You are able to read back issues and I found the site interesting and informitive.

Give it a try

Circuit Rider (Doug)

Directly from the Forest Service today. Remember to select The Canoeist as your permit pickup location. Being the first place to get them on your way up, and hours from 7 am to 9 pm in the summer, we are the most convenient location to pick up your Boundary Waters permits if heading to Ely, Grand Marais, or anything in between.

REMINDER: 2010 BWCAW PERMIT LOTTERY

The lottery for Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) permits opened December 1, 2009 and will continue through January 15,… Continue

The Wildlife Science Center in Forest Lake Minnesota was holding an open house today. Since it was free I decided to take my daughter Karissa (8) and her friend Hannah (7). Naturally they had a great time. The Center has over forty wolves, three bears, foxes, raptors and other small animals including t… Continue