Created: May 05, 2021 05:50 PM A visitor use report on the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Superior National Forest released in late April said after weeks of lockdowns leading up to the 2020 season, COVID-19 made for a big boost in visitors. Outdoor gear businesses say because of that they're having a tough time keeping up with the increased demand. "It's great to see, we love to see people getting outside. But it is unfortunate to have to turn people away," said Sheridan Brain, inventory manager for Midwest Mountaineering in Minneapolis. Midwest Mountaineering said the need for outdoor equipment is exceeding the supply.