As we celebrate our 250th birthday, let’s protect our national wonders

By: Katelynn Rolfes

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: August 10, 2026

Words: 645

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

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In the Declaration of Independence, our country’s founders made “the pursuit of happiness” one of our bedrock principles. As we celebrate our 250th birthday, it feels relevant to ask: What makes us happy today?

If there’s one thing that brings Minnesotans happiness, it’s our great outdoors. Anyone who has spent time in Voyageurs National Park, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, or the North Shore will know that feeling. And we aren’t alone …

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