Short Fall for BWCA Fishing…..Early Off Season! Sitting in the office, once again looking out the window at Moose Lake, a bit of dismay regarding BWCA fishing creeps in. Panning over the lake this morning from the upper parking lot, I saw...
Read moreBWCA Permits Available – Full Press Release
Here is the full press release from the U.S. Forest Service announcing that the reservation system for BWCA permits will be re-opened on March 4, 2019. BWCA permits available March 4, 2019. Williams and Hall Outfitters is ready to help you get...
Read moreLet’s Keep Our National Parks Affordable and Accessible
I just returned from a fly fishing trip to Yellowstone National Park. I have been visiting Yellowstone annually almost every year since 1991. It is a wonderful place – perhaps the most unique place in America. The ability to see natural...
Read moreWhat is a Boundary Waters Night?
In the coming weeks, you will see our invitation asking you to join us for a Boundary Waters Night in your area. You say to yourself, “What is a Boundary Waters Night anyway?” Cause, heck you don’t want to go and get some kind of sales pitch. ...
Read moreGenerational Right of Passage in Canoe Country
Experiencing the joy of paddling the Boundary Waters and Quetico is hard to describe. However, one of our long-time customers has done a wonderful job of it. It is with honor and privilege that I present to you one family’s saga of their canoe...
Read moreTips For Better Portaging
Portaging, that act of carrying your canoe and cargo over a trail connecting two lakes, brings fear into the hearts of Boundary Waters newbies and pros alike. The fact of the matter is that portaging is an intricate part of a Boundary Waters...
Read moreThe Boundary Waters as Elixir for Health and Happiness
Are you sitting at your desk feeling sluggish today? The answer to a more vibrant existence may be to spend time outside in nature. So says a series of studies published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology. Nature and Vitality...
Read moreKnowing Boundary Waters Wilderness Risks Improves Your Safety
The Boundary Waters and Quetico are beautiful regions with sights and activities for just about everyone. They are alluring places, particularly on a sunny, calm day. However, this is the wilderness and must be respected. Recently, I read Lost in...
Read moreA Few Days Off the ‘Grid’ in the Boundary Waters
You and I are both on the ‘grid’ of modern technology. With computers, cell phones, credit cards, the internet, ATMs, and computers in our cars, every move we make is being tracked. And let’s not forget about the convenience of electricity. ...
Read morePlanning a Classic BWCA Trip – Great Article
Sometimes we come across articles that we think you might enjoy. This article from the St. Cloud Times is a great resource for planning a classic trip into the Boundary Waters and Quetico. We hope you enjoy it. Click Here to go to the article...
Read moreCanoe and Kayak Features A Long-Time Customer
One of our long-time customers is featured in an article in Canoe and Kayak Magazine. Michael Teach talks about his love of his Wenonah Spirit II canoe and his trips into the Boundary Waters and Quetico wildernesses. The whole story can be found...
Read moreThink Hunter Island Epic Paddling Adventure This Summer
Are you up for the ultimate Boundary Waters/Quetico paddling adventure this summer? Then consider the Hunter Island loop. This once in a lifetime adventure canoe trip is for the seasoned paddler who wants to put his or her outdoor skills...
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