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Shelter and Storm, at Home in the Driftless

Following a childhood spent hiking, camping, fishing, and foraging in Michigan, author Tamara Dean set out to live lightly on the land in Wisconsin's Driftless region. In her new book, Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless, she shares twelve true tales of discovery about the natural world based on her experiences there.
 
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RipaLip University

Ron Schara talks with David Janiszewski, owner of RipaLip University, a learning app for marine electronics. It's all about the latest and greatest with fishing electronics AND how to set them up, which is half the battle!
 
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The Big Itch!

How much do you know about Minnesota's "scratchiest" plant?  Bill Sherck shares the tale of Poison Ivy and its history here in the Midwest! And yes, it does have a positive impact on our environment!
 
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Throwback Baits

Kyle Bucholz,  a passionate angler and founder behind Throw Back Baits, catches up with Laura Schara, sharing his story on how this vintage-style bait brand got its unique start. Learn about the art and entrepreneurship behind crafting lures that hook BIG fish. 
 
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Saving Turtle Species with AI

Over 60% of turtle species are endangered or threatened, and road mortality is a significant contributor. We chat with the founders, Kelly Olson and Katie O'Halloran, of TurtlTracker.  A scalable app and social platform powered by AI, enabling anyone with a phone and a heart for the environment to contribute accurate data.
 
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The Life of Boomer and Earl

*Character Alert*  A bonafide gunslinger doubles as a firefighter.  Earl Watters fights wildfires flying a Chinook Ch-47 named Boomer.   Earl just put in 12 tough days working to suppress the Minnesota fires. Earl talks about his unique job and the challenges that come with life on the road, fighting forest fires. He also talks about his time off the clock gunslinging too. 
 
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Celebrating 90 Years at Totem Lodge

Summer is right around the corner, and Totem Lodge is celebrating their 90th season in operation. 90 years for any business is impressive, but for the fishing lodge industry, it's a milestone. Ron chats with Eric Brown Sr. 
 
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Stories from a Minnesota Bound Photojournalist

Photojournalist Pete Hermann-Franzen shares his favourite stories from the field as the guy who documents Minnesota Bound stories, all four seasons of the year! 
 
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South Dakota Turkey Hunt RE-cap and Minnesota Fishing Opener

Ron Schara and Laura Schara tell tales from their recent South Dakota turkey hunt, plus Ron shares a few favorite fishing opener memories and fishing haunts in MN.
 
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Building Minnesota's New Outdoor Shop Legacy!

Steve Schreader just opened Minnesota's new, local gear shop.  His vision?  To carry on a 50-year legacy started by Midwest Mountaineering.  Find out why small, local outdoor stores matter.... 
 
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