Energy Conservation
Electrical energy conservation is also an eco-practice embraced by VWP.  Primarily due to the fact that years ago there was no “power” in place, we continued the natural “rustic” approach. The buildings do not have air-conditioning or heating systems. Natural light through windows are the main source of lighting while evening lighting systems include low-wattage, high-efficiency light bulbs and electronic motion sensors.  High-efficiency appliances include refrigerators, a steam dishwasher, propane stove and tankless water heaters used for all hot water amenities.  Tankless water heaters are very energy efficient because they only heat water as it is needed, passing through the unit on demand, as opposed to typical hot water tank storage.
Another eco-friendly component is the transportation of supplies to the island. We have two pontoon boats with four-stroke motors. These motors are more expensive but their ecological benefit is outstanding – especially their fuel efficiency. They use a fraction of gas and oil compared to regular two-stroke motors. They also exhaust into the air rather than regular marine motors that exhaust into and pollute the water.  Nym Lake, as well as Quetico Park, is a spring-fed,watershed located on the continental divide and therefore in a pristine state. Because the area’s crystal wetlands and bogs are an example of Mother Nature working efficiently to maintain pure water, we are dedicated to preserving its water quality.