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Erik and Adam discuss anything that has to do with the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on this fun and informative podcast. Their years of experience living on the Gunflint Trail and exploring the adjacent wilderness has led them to an intimate understanding of it's lakes, trails and campsites and look forward to sharing it with fellow outdoor enthusiast. They will chat about their favorite lakes, lend fishing advice and review individual BWCA campsites to let you know which ones to ai ...
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On Big Red Canoe, the podcast from Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, we introduce you to captivating people and intriguing stories from America's treasured wilderness, covering a wide range of recreational topics. The podcast features scientists, political figures, wilderness and outdoor recreation experts to help you experience new aspects of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, the most visited wilderness in the United States. For over 45 years, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wildernes ...
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281: Pronto Puppie5
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1:41:52Our bodies are ready for the start of the 40th running of the John Beargrease sled dog marathon. Join us as we preview one of our favorite events of the northland. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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Krystal and Tina have been traveling together for twenty years--mostly in boats--almost all of them canoes--and always with their dogs. Wilderness lovers and skilled paddlers, they visit the Boundary Waters as often as they possibly can, and enjoy outdoor adventure in all kinds of weather and conditions.In this episode, they talk about dehydrating …
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Discover the mesmerizing world of dark sky photography with renowned astrophotographer Marc Rassel as he shares expert tips, memorable stories, and essential techniques for capturing the night sky. From the pristine dark skies of Minnesota's Boundary Waters to international stargazing destinations, Marc reveals how to create stunning images of the …
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280: You can't predict what you'll encounter, but if you keep going out you'll encounter great things
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1:24:30We're finishing up the question of the year and collecting all of our favorite aphorisms along the way. If you're not 100% sure you're not sure.
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279: Gravy Knives Out
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1:19:57It's still February and we're still recounting your magic open water moments from 2024. Now with more hoof and red #5! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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278: Chimp Biscuits
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1:22:20We're back and finally getting to your 2024 open water experiences! Emails, cancelled food products, and taking it one day at a time. Something great happened here but its over with, and thats the way February is. Brought to you by: Zoofooddispensary.com Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud…
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In the February 2025 episode of "Keep it Wild," we learn more about hiking trails in the Boundary Waters Wilderness. Our guest is Lucas Raudabaugh of the Boundary Waters Advisory Committee (BWAC), a non-profit group of volunteers that helps to maintain over 70 miles of trails in the BWCAW. They are official partners of the Superior National Forest,…
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Episode 115--Kyle Johnson is relatively new to the Boundary Waters, but so far has experienced the wilderness in all seasons, including solo trips in early spring and late fall. Kyle sets the scene for a recent outing in late October, where he encountered extreme quiet conditions, the mid-stages of wildfire ecology after the Ham Lake fire of 2007, …
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In this edition of KEEP IT WILD, the Boundary Waters Podcast speaks with U.S. Forest Service Information Officer Joy Vandrie about the January 29th "Go Live" start of the 2025 permit reservation season. Joy emphasizes the importance of setting up an account on recreation.gov before the launch and highlights the 72 entry points with daily permit lim…
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Want to introduce your kids to winter camping but not sure where to start? Join us as we chat with Anthony Quill, an adventurous Minnesota Dad who's mastered the art of getting his young children excited about camping in Minnesota's winter wonderland. Anthony shares how his family transitioned from international living to embracing the frozen wilde…
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Episode 114 of the WTIP Boundary Waters Podcast features wilderness stories recorded at Canoecopia 2024. We hear from winter adventurers Brad Friend (Miyagi Travel) and Cyndi Guffey (pictured). We also hear fond memories about wilderness travelers who have passed along a legacy of appreciation and knowledge about the wilderness, and are still inspi…
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277: Albums of the Year!
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1:59:40It's a winter solstice miracle this week! We're celebrating the darkness by sharing with you some of the albums that brought us light from 2024. Happy Holidays and Happy Paddling! Adams List Eriks List Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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In this special, extended episode of "Keep it Wild," Ann Schwaller, a designated areas specialist for the U.S. Forest Service, shares the history of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness as a certified, Dark Sky Sanctuary--a designation awarded by Dark Sky International in September, 2020. She explains her personal connection to the preservatio…
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276: The Golden Butter Ratio
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1:23:53As Feast Chat 2024 moves into its second and final phase we ponder the question what can you make believe is actually perfect? Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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275: Impromptu Breading
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1:20:37With the departure of the loon and hardening of waters we attempt to fill the emptiness inside with memories of good times had bellied up to the BW camp table with troughs in hand. Feast chat 2024 is upon us! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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274: Morrell 2: I Was Looking into the Gaping Mouth of a Monster
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1:26:03This week we finish up the astonishing tale of survival and frozen tragedy. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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273: Morrell 1: I Could Hear Tearing Metal
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1:28:54Another astonishing tale from the sea this week as wreck fall marches on. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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Signe and Ruben Hushagen have made a tradition of camping in the BWCAW every year, to celebrate their May birthdays. This year they decided to move their annual trip to September, to mark their child Ronan's first birthday. In this episode, Signe shares how to go about planning for a wilderness trip with a toddler--from choosing a simple route to r…
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It's self-permit season in the wilderness! Tim Engrav from the Lac La Croix District of the Superior National Forest, shares more about self-issue permits and the reasons why it's important to fill one out, even if you are visiting for the day. Plus, a quick ice report and a reminder about ice safety.…
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How might the recent election results impact the future of Minnesota's cherished wilderness? In this timely episode, Steve Schultz, Government Relations Manager at Friends of the Boundary Waters, examines the shifting political landscape and its implications for the Boundary Waters. The discussion explores both federal and state-level changes, with…
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272: A Bigger Better Boat Show: Now with Adaptogens!
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1:53:42It's the shoal-der season and we’re getting augered and wedged this week! Skegs will be available for lease and barge wakes will finally be put in their places. Don't worry Jensen gets in under the wire. Happy Paddling! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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271: A Total Boat Show
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1:27:24We couldn't do it without the boats. We couldn't do it without you. We are talking all about your favorite BWCA and beyond boats this week. What gets you there? Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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270: Criminally Insane
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1:22:47Join us as we paddle with french ghouls on this weeks multi-faceted spook fest. Tis the season! Never So Terrified Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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A story of family unity and lots of water--In Episode 112 of the WTIP Boundary Waters Podcast, wilderness traveler Peter Halverson shares the tale of his family's June 2024 Boundary Waters trip to Lac la Croix, which coincided with an unusually strong storm that dropped three to eight inches of rain over NE Minnesota. On June 18th, the storm washed…
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269: Canoeing with the Cree: The Father of Troubles
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1:22:51The adventure rolls on this week both in the shed and on the water as the high schoolers/fully aged men keep pressing north through unchartered waters. Beware lonely lighthouse keepers! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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In the October 2024 edition of "Keep it Wild," Fire Staff Officer Nick Petrack reports on the prevailing, dry conditions in the BWCAW and shares insights about human-caused wildfires in the Superior National Forest, which account for about half of wild fire incidents in the Forest each year.Photo courtesy of Dewey Pihlman, 2019…
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268: Canoeing with the Cree: One Small Ham
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1:09:13Join us as and a couple of high schoolers as we take a trip back to the 1930's and down multiple rivers this week. Grab your heavy wool underwear and a ham of any size with or without the bone! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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267: An Absolute Disaster
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1:34:23As the podcast takeover begins let us all bend the knee and welcome our new hosting overlords. We couldn't be happier that they allowed us to add our thoughts on the spookiest vindlys, local fires, the finest of sportsmen creeping in white F-150's and the friendly comet that will bring us all together as a people. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes …
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266: Phenomenal Seas
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1:18:13Get your cozy basement davenports prepared for more facts from the briny shallows this week! Plus! Where do all the sunflower seeds come from? Food VORP ratings and is it wreck fall yet? Source Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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265: Sticky Crocodile Tears
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1:20:49We are back in the shed this week and crying the stickiest tears of joy because of it. Hand made gravies and light book report vibes abound. Source Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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Sam Nichols works in the Alaskan wilderness on an expedition ship in the summer. This year on a break from work, he took a memorable canoe trip in the Boundary Waters, along with his friend Jimmy. They explored the Border Route Trail and got to know Rose Lake, up close and personal.Plus, a fresh segment of "Keep It Wild," with a summer bear report.…
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TCC: The Night of the Hunter
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1:02:58We will be back in the shed soon enough! In the meantime enjoy this classic Mitchum discussion from the mezzanine. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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264: A Collared Moose Swimming in Circles
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1:00:19We finish our discussion on the current and future status of the big, beautiful and bold moose of NE Minnesota. Everything is going to be fine, we promise. Source Notes 1 Source Notes 2 Source Notes 3 Source Notes 4 Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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Two adventurous cyclists embark on an epic journey from Minnesota to New York, pedaling around Lake Superior through Canada, all to support Friends of the Boundary Waters. One of the riders, Mike Quirk, joins us to tell tales from the trip. The ride was to take 30 days and cover almost 2000 miles. But like any true adventure - things didn’t quite g…
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We are diving into the studies that look at the ongoing struggles of the NE Minnesota Moose population this week. Our cherished champions of the north and hallowed TumbleTourney have a long and shrouded path ahead of them. It leads toward a distant tree topped horizon. On the other side possibly others are waiting, or possibly not. All the while we…
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262: T A S T Y L A K E S
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1:14:16We are assuaging the frantic masses this week with an authoritative ranking of the tastiest of BWCA lakes. Prepare your bodies and minds; the drink is the meat and the meat is the appetizer on this one. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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Episode 110 of the WTIP Boundary Waters podcast was recorded on a windy day at Camp Menogyn on West Bearskin Lake at the edge of the BWCAW. In his first season as a canoe guide for Menogyn, Dante Gilbert shares the story of paddling the old Fur Trade route from Crane Lake to Grand Portage with a group of five campers and their guide. Dante also exp…
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261: Album of the Summer 4!
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1:43:10Its a late August miracle people! Grab your finest mid range headphones a few chili dogs and join us in the shed for what is now a traditional like no other. The episode title says it all, join us before we get sued.
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260: Bearable and Adequate
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1:26:26Thorough exploration of what makes a bad BWCA campsite continues this week with responses from Facebook(gasp). Legitimate crystal businessmen will not stand in our way as we trudge the barren plains of a once bucolic and somewhat useful website for the answer. Tumblehome Patch Voting Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play So…
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In the August segment we converse with Wilderness Operations Supervisor Chris Maher about some common, human-caused impacts to wilderness character in the BWCAW including: burning trash and the improper handling of garbage, building "furniture" on campsites, pounding nails in trees, and pruning or peeling tree bark and live branches. Chris also cov…
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259: Every Campsite is a Miracle
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1:34:09We are covering bad BWCA campsites from soup to nuts today. Whats the worst BWCA campsite you have ever stayed at? Do they know things? Let's find out! Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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258: Top O' the Trail
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1:05:42All time favorite Olympic memes, shrimp boat men, campground rankers, dendrites, mountain biking, due diligence, child sized watermelons, brother Jedidiah, biter sunrises, fun options, invisible tattoos, huge "bird of the week" news and a lesson from friends of the show on proper MLA sentence structure and tips on comma usage. Subscribe: Patreon Sp…
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Anglers shouldn't miss this Boundary Waters fishing podcast! Whether you’re a seasoned Boundary Waters angler or dreaming of your first BWCAW adventure, this is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the true experts. Expert tips on how to catch BWCA Lake Trout, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike In this engaging conversation, Boundary Wat…
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Episode 109 is about life-long connections to the wilderness and what happens when life circumstances and health conditions change the way families are able to experience the Boundary Waters. Featuring a daughter-father interview by Lindsey Gau following her dad's recent dementia diagnosis and follow up discussion about dads, dementia and day trips…
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The portage packs have all been ranked and hung with care. Its the unofficial list that will rule them all until the end of time, or this podcast, whichever comes first. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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256: Pack Rankers I-Humiliate the Terrain
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1:12:02Its an absolute best value episode this week! What portage packs are you schlepping around out there in the BW? Listeners are weighing in on the topic. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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255: BWCA Blowdown III-The Prairie Scenario
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1:50:35Its triple confirmed! We're wrapping the blowdown book report series this week and getting into responses from listeners on their experiences with wilderness storms. Crank up that weather radio and keep your eyes peeled for widow makers! Source Material: Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Sti…
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In this episode, we dive into the unexpected high water conditions in the Boundary Waters this season. After a dry winter, Northeastern Minnesota faced a surprisingly wet spring and early summer, culminating in a major storm on June 18th that caused flash flooding and damage across the Superior National Forest. We sit down with Ginny Nelson from Sp…
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254: BWCA Blowdown II-Up and Up and Up and Up
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1:24:36Our mid summer book report series on the July 4th 1999 continues on like a derecho marching its way out to the Atlantic. Source Material: Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud
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253: BWCA Blowdown I-That Dark Blackish Color
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1:24:53As the 25th anniversary of the July 4, 1999 blowdown event in the BWCA approaches we are settling in for a summer book report. Join us for some harrowing descriptions of survival in our favorite wilderness area. Source Material: Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundclo…
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