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Disappointed outfitters, paddlers adjust to BWCA closure

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The Superior National Forest’s decision to close the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness was a shock to the many canoeists with trips planned this week, and to the many businesses in northeastern Minnesota that outfit those paddlers with gear and food. This is an MPR News morning update for Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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