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Bill Sherck goes to the source to find out just how good South Dakota's pheasant hunting season will be! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Dr. Steve Windels, PhD, is a longtime wildlife biologist who has spent years studying moose, beavers, and the ecology of northern Minnesota and has taken stories from the outdoors to the comedy stage. Dr. Steve, now a stand-up comedian, joins Laura on the podcast to share his journey from the woods to the comedy stage. You can catch Dr. Steve Windels at The Doctors of Comedy show this Tuesday, Oct 21, at Sisyphus Brewery in Minneapolis. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Welcome to the first episode of Marathon Talk Extra, your regular post-ride guide to every Abbott World Marathon Major weekend, and much more. On this show, we'll be covering Sunday's Bank of America Chicago Marathon, where the biggest names in marathon running will come face to face as they prepare to see who will emerge as our series champion at the end of the year.
Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Coordinator Paul Burr joins the show to talk about the state of the state of Minnesota whitetail deer and the upcoming hunt. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Minnesota author David Hakensen shares tales from his new biography Her Place in the Woods: The Life of Helen Hoover ( 1910-1984). This book is the first complete biography of Helen Hoover (1910–1984), sharing stories about her life on northern Minnesota's Gunflint Lake. Living without electricity or running water, he details the challenges she and her wife faced. Her Place in the Woods captures both Hoover's awakening to the power and fragility of the natural world and the efforts and talents of an extraordinary woman defining herself as a writer. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Minnesota's deer hunting season has begun, and Bill connects with one of our state's most passionate and knowledgeable hunters. We share stories from the stand and learn how Bill Worth dialed in his deer hunting skills. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Zach Johnson is a Veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and the founder of Roger Up!, a nonprofit organization serving veterans and first responders by connecting those in need to healing experiences in the great outdoors. Listen to Zach's inspirational and brave story of his time served in the Marine Corps that led him to start Roger UP! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Native prairie guru Pete Berthelsen reveals how a modest habitat job at Pheasants Forever led to a big life change and how his dream of managing a prairie led to visits to the White House! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Join Bill Sherck as he podcasts live from the fair with some curious state fair guests! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
The Minnesota Bound crew heads way north into the Ontario wilderness aboard Canada's VIA Rail train, where they run into real adventure at a remote destination called Do North Lodge Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
The story behind the Minnesota Bound theme music. Ron Schara talks with Minnesota Bound music composer Dale Menten Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
It's August!... And that means the Great MN. Get Together is approaching! The MN. The State Fair starts on August 21st and runs through Labor Day. Get Ready...since MN. Bound is celebrating 30 years on the air this summer, and we have lots of fun things planned at our MN Bound cabin in the Northwoods, 1500 Cooper Street. Laura Schara catches up with MN. Bound Producer, Kelly Jo McDonnell, who also runs the State Fair Operations. Get the scoop on new products and fun 30-year activities we're planning at the fair this year! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Minnesota Bound is celebrating 30 years of outdoor storytelling. Ron Schara chats with Laura Schara about some of his favorite stories over the decades... Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
Bill Sherck sits down with Caleb Corona, the founder of Regal Beagle Fly Fishing. From casting lines in Tennessee creeks with his “PawPaw” to navigating drift boats through rugged waters, Caleb shares his journey into the world of fly fishing and much more! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
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! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)
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! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
*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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
*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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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.... Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
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.... Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)
Author Phyllis Root and photographer Kelly Povo chronicle the ten years they spent exploring Minnesota's woods, prairies, hillsides, lakes, and bogs for wildflowers, taking pictures and notes, gathering clues, and mapping the way for fellow flower hunters. We chat with Phyllis and Kelly about their new book: Chasing Wildflowers: An Adventurous Guide to Finding Minnesota's Native Flowers in Their Unique Habitats. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Author Phyllis Root and photographer Kelly Povo chronicle the ten years they spent exploring Minnesota's woods, prairies, hillsides, lakes, and bogs for wildflowers, taking pictures and notes, gathering clues, and mapping the way for fellow flower hunters. We chat with Phyllis and Kelly about their new book: Chasing Wildflowers: An Adventurous Guide to Finding Minnesota's Native Flowers in Their Unique Habitats. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Minnesota is considering reducing the state's walleye limit for anglers. Guide and walleye mind Nate Blasing is at the center of the discussion. He offers thoughtful insight into the future of Minnesota walleyes. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Minnesota is considering reducing the state's walleye limit for anglers. Guide and walleye mind Nate Blasing is at the center of the discussion. He offers thoughtful insight into the future of Minnesota walleyes. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
The Secret Perfume of Birds: The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world. Author and Biologist Danielle Whittaker joins Laura Schara to share how emerging research has uncovered birds' ability to produce complex chemical signals that influence their behavior. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
The Secret Perfume of Birds: The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world. Author and Biologist Danielle Whittaker joins Laura Schara to share how emerging research has uncovered birds' ability to produce complex chemical signals that influence their behavior. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Jason Bahr joins Bill Sherck to talk about Minnesota's Student Angling Tournament Trail and the competitive angling opportunities for Minnesota High Schoolers. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Jason Bahr joins Bill Sherck to talk about Minnesota's Student Angling Tournament Trail and the competitive angling opportunities for Minnesota High Schoolers. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club celebrates 40 years! Nikki Flander, director of Marketing, joins Laura Schara and shares the history and stories of this iconic Minnesota hunting and sporting clays club. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club celebrates 40 years! Nikki Flander, director of Marketing, joins Laura Schara and shares the history and stories of this iconic Minnesota hunting and sporting clays club. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)
Live from the Minneapolis Sports Show as Sherck talks to Garett Solberg and Jesse Hanish about living the Lund lifestyle. It's time to get out on the water in a Lund boat! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Live from the Minneapolis Sports Show as Sherck talks to Garett Solberg and Jesse Hanish about living the Lund lifestyle. It's time to get out on the water in a Lund boat! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Why does Nature make us healthier, happier, and more creative? Award-winning author Florence Williams talks with Laura Schara about her bestselling book Nature Fix and the science behind how the natural world enhances our well-being, creativity, and happiness. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Why does Nature make us healthier, happier, and more creative? Award-winning author Florence Williams talks with Laura Schara about her bestselling book Nature Fix and the science behind how the natural world enhances our well-being, creativity, and happiness. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Bill catches up with a Lake Superior Guide who, long ago, put 100-thousand miles on his fishing truck just trying to find the right fish! Now Kent Paulsen spends days in the big boat on big water! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Bill catches up with a Lake Superior Guide who, long ago, put 100-thousand miles on his fishing truck just trying to find the right fish! Now Kent Paulsen spends days in the big boat on big water! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Join Laura Schara as she explores the fascinating world of freshwater mussel conservation with experts from Wild Rivers Conservancy; the official nonprofit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. These tiny but mighty creatures are essential for maintaining water quality, but they're also one of the most endangered groups of organisms in North America. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)
Many of Minnesota's lake public access points need an update. Some, half a century old. Hennepin County's Tony Brough is leading the charge to brainstorm the new generation of boat launches. New technology and new designs. We dive into accessing Minnesota lakes! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/)