
The impact of wildfires on Boundary Waters tourism
1 Video View·Jul 31, 2026
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AI GeneratedForest officials have partially lifted camping bans in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, reopening 40% of the wilderness. John Scheffelbein of North Country Canoe Outfitters discusses the severe financial impact of the closures during peak season, the current status of the Ely area, and the resilience of the local community facing unprecedented timing of wildfires.

