The Boundary Waters Journal

The Boundary Waters Journal The Boundary Waters Journal is a quarterly magazine designed to help you plan great wilderness trips

This quarterly magazine features trip stories from the BWCA and Quetico. Our writers and guides share detailed information and photos about their trips including fishing locations and techniques, camping tips, favorite campsites, trip routes, seasonal information, and more! Whether you are a novice to BWCA/Quetico trips or a seasoned enthusiast, you will find this magazine to be the perfect resource for your next adventure in the BWCA/Quetico.

For a limited time only! Now through April 30th. Stock up on back issues! 3 EASY STEPS TO ORDER THE BWJ BACK ISSUES OF Y...
03/21/2025

For a limited time only! Now through April 30th. Stock up on back issues!

3 EASY STEPS TO ORDER THE BWJ BACK ISSUES OF YOUR CHOICE:

1. GO TO boundarywatersjournal.com for a detailed description of every article in every issue we have published since 1987.

2. Select the back issues with the articles that interest you (pre-1994 limited quantities)

3. Place your order online or call our Ely office for help at 218-365-6184 (Back issues are $6.95 each plus shipping)

11/27/2024

As the Christmas season is starting remember to add BWJ to your Christmas list! Get that special someone a gift subscription or stock up on trading post items! Also keep your eyes out for the winter issue in December. We wish you all a wonderful and safe holiday season! 🛶

Just a heads up for all our subscribers getting ready for their BWCA trips! Call and order your bear confounders and pac...
05/17/2024

Just a heads up for all our subscribers getting ready for their BWCA trips! Call and order your bear confounders and pack hangers if you don’t have any!

For Sale: 16 foot Lund Fishing boat with 25 HP Johnson motor. Both in very good condition with low miles. Aluminum canoe...
05/14/2024

For Sale: 16 foot Lund Fishing boat with 25 HP Johnson motor. Both in very good condition with low miles. Aluminum canoe rack-easy on/off with 4 bolts. Includes trailer. 218-365-5168.

01/14/2024

Now that the Quietico and Boundary Waters permits are opening check out your gear and make sure you are prepared for the 2024 season. Check out the BWJ trading post for all your camping needs! 🛶

12/25/2023

Stu has had a cancellation in his July 22-30 2024 Sutton River trip! Give us a call or email to get in on the trip of a lifetime!

218-365-6184

Happy Holiday’s from our family to yours! Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday season. Watch for the winter issue th...
12/25/2023

Happy Holiday’s from our family to yours! Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday season. Watch for the winter issue this week. We hope you enjoy it! Still plenty of time to stock up on camping gear before the start of the 2024 season!

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The Boundary Waters Journal is THE LAST WORD IN ALL THINGS BWCAW/QUETICO. Every quarterly issue is packed with 100 pages of information and inspiration to help plan your next canoe country adventure. BWJ has been the #1 resource for super-detailed, exclusive information on the Boundary Waters area for the past 34 years. Every issue is pure canoe country passion- great writing by area experts with stunning outdoor photography. These are real stories with real substance, no superficial sound byte columns.

Expect ten-plus feature length articles each issue that dig deep and deliver Boundary Waters intel you can’t get anywhere else. Regular topics include: in-depth BWCAW & Quetico canoe route journals, expert advice on how/when/where to enjoy the best canoe country fishing, wilderness gear reviews, teaching wilderness skills, high adventure tales, wildlife and nature essays, canoe country personalities, winter tripping and so much more.....

There is a reason BWJ readers find more solitude, see more wildlife, catch more trophy fish and take home more priceless memories. They know the secret to great wilderness canoe trips is planning and research and this is where BWJ stands alone. Sharing what we know and love about canoe country is what we are all about at BOUNDARY WATERS JOURNAL.