Oberholtzer, Ernest C. (Ernest Carl), 1884-1977
Oberholtzer was well known as an explorer, conservationist and writer. In 1912 he settled in the Rainy Lake area of northern Minnesota. He often traveled the area with Indian companions, particularly Billy Magee, and was a friend of the Indians as well as teller of their stories and legends. He is best known for his ceaseless role in preserving the Quetico-Superior wilderness. He was instrumental in the founding of the Friends of the Wilderness Society. He worked for the establishment of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and Voyageurs National Park and received many honors for his work in the field of conservation.
From the description of Oral history interviews with Ernest C. Oberholtzer, 1948-1968. (Minnesota Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 48386908
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