Northern Lights in the Boundary Waters | Explore Minnesota
WEBAccessible primarily by canoe, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a vast area of protected land along the U.S.-Canada border that’s home to over 1,100 of the world’s purest lakes. As Minnesota’s first designated Dark Sky Sanctuary, it’s also the ideal place to witness the northern lights.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Named the Largest Dark Sky …
WEBSep 15, 2020 · We are pleased to announce that Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is the world’s newest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. This is only the 13th location in the world to gain this special designation and at …
Boundary Waters designated a dark sky sanctuary - MPR News
WEBSep 11, 2020 · Late last month the Boundary Waters was named a dark sky sanctuary by the International Dark Sky Association, a nonprofit that works around the world to reduce light pollution and protect...
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness - Wikipedia
WEBThe Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW or BWCA) comprises 1,090,000 acres (440,000 ha) of pristine forests, glacial lakes, and streams in the Superior National Forest. Located entirely within the U.S. state of Minnesota at the Boundary Waters, the wilderness area is under the administration of the United States Forest Service.
Minnesota's Boundary Waters, Now A Dark Sky Sanctuary, Is …
WEBSep 15, 2020 · Thanks to its distance from big cities, the Boundary Waters is a well-known place in Minnesota to enjoy the night sky. On clear nights, millions of stars are visible. It's a great place to find constellations, watch for shooting stars, and simply enjoy nature.
Superior National Forest - Home - US Forest Service
WEBNot only is the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) the first Minnesota site and first federally designated wilderness site to be named an International Dark Sky Sanctuary; at 1,098,000 acres, is also one of the largest in the world.
The Boundary Waters designated 13th Dark Sky Sanctuary in the …
WEBSep 11, 2020 · Minnesotans know the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a perfect place to see the stars, and now it's being recognized by the International Dark Sky Association. The BWCAW was certified this year as the 13th International Dark Sky Sanctuary in the world.
Boundary Waters Canoe National Wildlife Reserve | Dark Sky …
WEBBoundary Waters Canoe National Wildlife Reserve is a recognized dark sky location in Minnesota for stargazing and astronomy activities. It is designated by DarkSky International (IDS) as a Dark Sky Sanctuary, which offer some of the darkest recognized skies.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness | Explore Minnesota
WEBAs Minnesota’s first designated Dark Sky Sanctuary and one of the country's most remote wilderness areas, the Boundary Waters is the ideal place to witness the northern lights. A moose stands by the road near Grand Marais / Jackie Scherer.
Boundary Waters becomes Minnesota’s first 'Dark Sky Sanctuary'
WEBSep 10, 2020 · Night gives way to dawn over Lac La Croix in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The million-acre wilderness has been named an official Dark Sky Sanctuary, the first in Minnesota.