UPCOMING TRIPS

Be a Part of the Legacy!

Outdoor enthusiasts are essential for the preservation and maintenance of the historic hiking trails in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Our volunteer-led organization facilitates these efforts by providing safety training, hand tools, gear lists, and experienced leaders who guide each crew from a pre-trip orientation to a safe return home.

Fall 2024 Update

The 2024 clearing season has concluded. This fall, our leaders organized four overnight maintenance trips on the Powwow Trail and one day-trip on the Brule Lake Trail. A total of thirty volunteers participated and suggested potential trips for the spring. These upcoming trips will be announced in late February and are scheduled to commence in early May. In 2024, our volunteers contributed a total of 7,750.5 hours in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service in the Superior National Forest.

Embrace the Adventure, Expect the Unexpected

We travel in the wilderness - flexibility and tolerance for unknown conditions and weather is part of the adventure.

Routes may be revised closer to the departure date as new information becomes available.

You should be in good physical shape for carrying your own gear and working a full day.

Trip Types

BWAC offers a variety of trips to choose from. Volunteers will go on a day, weekend, or multi-day adventure. Overnight trips take place at USFS campgrounds, backpacking, canoeing, or a combo trip on the Powwow, Sioux-Hustler, and Brule Lake Trails.

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CABIN & DAY TRIPS

Cabin trips are a great introduction to trail clearing - especially if you’re not looking to sleep in a tent or haul gear. Day trips are spent clearing the entrance to the trail.

CAR CAMPING TRIPS

Car camping trips are another great introduction to trail clearing - especially if don’t have backpacking gear or don’t want to carry in your gear. Overnight camping is at USFS campgrounds or near the trailhead. These trips are spent clearing trail in the gateway areas of the trails.

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CANOEING TRIPS

All canoe trips have a combination of canoeing and hiking to your work site. Some are primarily canoeing while others involve long hikes after the paddle. Find the best fit for you through the trip descriptions.

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BACKPACKING TRIPS

Backpacking trips range from short hikes to long treks - there are options for all levels of backpackers. Find the best fit for you through the trip descriptions.

Have Trip Questions?

Message the trip’s crew leaders via Meetup.

Have other questions?

No problem - ask away through our Contact Us. We’d love to hear from you.

I’ve signed up, what’s next?

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