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WI in the News
Over the years WI has received quite a bit of media coverage on our many trips an activities. If you know of an article that's not listed here, please email us so we can post it.
| TRIPS, TIPS & DEALS--Canoeists test their meddle in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Margaret Backenheimer writes about upcoming Wilderness Inquiry trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in the Chicago Tribune. more» Chicago Tribune published on 05/20/2007 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Helps Scouts to be More Inclusive This article is about Wilderness Inquiry's work with Girl Scouts to become more inclusive. more» Access Press published on 05/10/2007 |
| Follow the Leader Travel writer Beth Gauper describes the value of hiring an outfitter. Beth interviewed Greg Lais and speaks very highly about the value Wilderness Inquiry provides on its Superior Hiking Trail trips and others. more» Saint Paul Pioneer Press published on 05/06/2007 |
| The Call of the Wild - An Adventure in Personal Discovery Long time Wilderness Inquiry friend and supporter Jim Finch wrote this piece about his trip to Ontario’s White Otter Wilderness for Active Living by Design. Says Jim, “It was my first trip to the Canadian wilderness in nearly 25 years. I relished the old but familiar sights and sounds...” more» Active Living by Design published on 04/22/2007 |
| No Barriers to Having Fun Synopsis of Wilderness Inquiry and various programs in the United States by the Voice America. more» Voice of America published on 04/01/2007 |
| Western Region AEE Keynote Speaker is Greg Lais Greg Lais was the keynote speaker for the Western Region Association for Experiential Education Conference in Goleta, California. more» WRAEE published on 03/12/2007 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Explore Minnesota describes Wilderness Inquiry and the experiences we provide. more» Explore Minnesota published on 03/03/2007 |
| Good deeds for causes in need Every year Frommers Travel lists worthy travel non-profits, including Wilderness Inquiry. The Los Angeles Times published the article. more» Los Angeles Times published on 12/31/2006 |
| Paying Tribute to Environmental Heroes The Wilderness Society honored many Wilderness Heroes at its annual meeting in Ely, Minnesota, including Greg Lais and Wilderness Inquiry as well as Paul Schurke and others. Times have changed in Ely, Minnesota! more» The Wilderness Society published on 12/02/2006 |
| Some wild views in vivid hues The Los Angeles Times describes Wilderness Inquiry trips to Costa Rica in this article. more» Los Angeles Times published on 09/17/2006 |
| The History of Wintergreen Paul and Susan Schurke, owners and founders of Wintergreen Dogsled and Design, met through Wilderness Inquiry. In fact, Paul and Sue are the first couple that met on a Wilderness Inquiry trip and got married, but not the last! more» Wintergreen Designs published on 08/18/2006 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Explore Minnesota describes the programs and activities of Wilderness Inquiry. more» Star Tribune - Explore Minnesota published on 07/02/2006 |
| Social Inclusion Through Recreation:
The Wilderness Inquiry Approach The University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration publishes a magazine called “Impact” which highlights great work by organizations like Wilderness Inquiry. more» Impact published on 06/12/2006 |
| Canoe and fish as the salmon run Wilderness Inquiry’s Big Salmon River trip is described in the Los Angeles Times. This trip takes place in the Yukon, and the salmon really do “run” up the river. It’s a 1500 mile migration from the Bering Sea. more» Los Angeles Times published on 06/11/2006 |
| L.L. Bean Fly Rod and Reel - Ted Williams Conservation Connection Ted Williams describes Wilderness Inquiry in this L.L. Bean Fly Rod publication. more» Fly Rod and Reel published on 04/08/2006 |
| Next to nature in Florida's Everglades The Los Angeles Times describes Wilderness Inquiry’s Everglades Canoe trip to its readers. This trip is in the 10,000 Islands area in the Gulf of Mexico. more» Los Angeles Times published on 01/29/2006 |
| Tuning Up a Charity Business The Chronicle of Philanthropy quotes Wilderness Inquiry Executive Director Greg Lais in an article about non-profit entrepreneurship and DARTS. more» The Chronicle of Philanthropy published on 08/18/2005 |
| It’s Time to Get Off the Sidelines Budget Travel extolls the virtues of Wilderness Inquiry trips and the need for active outdoor adventures. more» Budget Travel On-line published on 08/12/2005 |
| Time for Travel -- Wellness Medtronic publishes a travel section that focuses on wellness and travel--this one features Wilderness Inquiry. more» Medtronic published on 02/02/2005 |
| Wilderness Inquiry shows that all can access the wilderness A description of Wilderness Inquiry in Paddler--demonstrating that will power and determination are very important factors in success. more» Paddler On-line published on 10/27/2004 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Description of Wilderness Inquiry from Wilderness, Net. more» Wilderness.net published on 09/12/2004 |
| AccessibilityGuidebook forSki AreasOperating onPublic Lands The USDA Forest Service published guidelines for ski resorts operating on federal lands based on the Outfitters Guidebook developed by Wilderness Inquiry. more» USDA Forest Service published on 08/12/2004 |
| Travelers Challenged When Visiting Great Outdoors MSN Travel describes Wilderness Inquiry programs to various outdoor locations. more» MSN Travel published on 05/08/2004 |
| Ability Magazine - Wilderness Inquiry One of the best articles ever written about Wilderness Inquiry is in Ability Magazine--this writer really gets it! more» Ability Magazine published on 11/02/2003 |
| Lodging Options for Yellowstone in Winter Frommers Travel documents various options for lodging in Yellowstone National Park in winter, including Wilderness Inquiry. more» Frommer’s Travel published on 09/29/2003 |
| Born to Be Wild: Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family Frommer’s Travel featured this article about Wilderness Inquiry family trips, especially to Maine’s Mosse River. more» Frommer’s Travel published on 07/03/2003 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Invites Disabled and Able-Bodied Adventure-Seekers to Kayak Wisconsin's Apostle Islands. Apostle Islands trips by Wilderness Inquiry featured in Business Wire. more» Encyclopedia.com published on 06/05/2003 |
| Pick Your Paddle - Family Trips Outside Magazine featured Wilderness Inquiry family traips, especially the Broken Group Islands on the west coats of Vancouver Island. more» Outside Magazine published on 05/05/2002 |
| Traveler’s Aid The Savvy Traveler highlights Wilderness Inquiry. more» The Savvy Traveler published on 10/06/2000 |
| A resource manual for federal managers of the National Wilderness Preservation System Federal land managers of the National Wilderness Preservation System can use this handy guidebook to determine what is legal and what is not legal regarding assistive devices in federally mandated Wilderness areas. more» Carhart Interagency Wilderness Center published on 03/23/1996 |
| Nature and the Human Spirit: Toward an Expanded Land Management Ethic This is a great book about the spiritual value of Wilderness experiences. There is a special chapter devoted to Wilderness Inquiry written by Leo McAvoy. more» Venture Publisher published on 02/02/1996 |
| Wilderness Access Report The National Council on Disability commissioned Wilderness Inquiry to do a report to Congress on the accessibility of the National Wilderness Preservation System. Get the entire report here. more» NCD published on 08/01/1992 |
| Integrated Leisure and Recreation A description of Wilderness Inquiry’s model for integrated leisure and recreation for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. more» Education Resources Information Center published on 01/01/1989 |
| Remarks by Hon. Bruce F. Vento on Greg Lais and Wildrness Inquiry Former Congressman Bruce F. Vento paid a wonderful tribute to Wilderness Inquiry and Greg Lais in the the Congressional Record maintained by the Library of Congress. Congressman Vento was a true friend of WIlderness Inquiry. We miss him dearly. more» Library of Congress published on 11/04/1987 |
| A Sense of Adventure and Then Some Wilderness Inquiry trips for people of all abilities featured in The New York Times. more» The New York Times published on 07/05/1987 |
| TRAVEL ADVISORY: Woods in Winter, Florida Fair The New York Times describes Wilderness Inquiry adventures to the Everglades 10,000 Island area. more» The New York Times published on 01/25/1987 |
| Can Do! Wilderness Travel for Everyone! The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources magazine, The Volunteer, hosted this article about Wilderness Inquiry adventures way back in 1986. more» Minnesota DNR Volunteer published on 01/10/1986 |
| WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR GRAND CANYON. Many guides and outfitters are hard-core Wilderness preservationists. This managemnet plan for the Grand Canyon describes Wilderness Inquiry and the fact that you do not need airplane overflights to prove “access” to the Grand Canyon. more» River Runners for Wilderness |
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