Its an express episode on the Frost River this week! Frost Lake is in the heart of the BWCA and few people venture this far in. Frost River itself can be a challenge because of the number of turns and you definitely want to keep your map out at all times on the river. Due…
The Frost River: Express Edition Read Post »
It is the life and times of environmental wilderness writer and advocate Sigurd F. Olson this week on the show. We hope to do his incredible work justice throughout this series. Source material: A Wilderness Within-The Life of Sigurd F. Olson by David Backes Subscribe: Patreon Spotify
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This is a great route for those wanting to cover some ground and paddle smaller lakes. Smaller lakes give more protection with wind. You’ll enjoy some river paddling south of Ham Lake and have some good wildlife opportunities. This route can be traveled in either direction, although with predominant winds from the west you may…
Cross Bay to Poplar Lake Route Read Post »
Live and in the field from Pronto Pup Lodge this week as we’re finishing up following the Beargrease. #hawtdawgs Pronto Pup Lodge Video Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Twitter Contact: The Answering…
084: Beargrease Day 3-Pronto Pup Lodge Read Post »
The 13-mile stretch of river and lakes between Gunflint and Saganaga Lakes is known as the Granite River route and is one of the most unique in the area. Along with the Frost River route this is the only other river base canoe route on the Gunflint Trail. It’s waters flow north out of Gunflint…
The Granite River Route Read Post »
Coming to you live and in the field from the great Northwoods tradition that is the John Beargrease Sled Dog Maration this week. Music by Maurice Champagne: Sled Doggies Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play
083: Beargrease Days 1&2 Read Post »
If your idea of a great time is fishing in the morning, fishing in the afternoon, and fishing in the evening this is the route for you. It is one of the better Walleye and Pike fishing areas on the trail. Heading even further in will reward you with better wildlife options since most of…
Poplar to Ram Route Read Post »
It is one of the most popular areas on the Gunflint side of the BWCA, but for good reason! Route Map Overnight BWCA Camping Permits Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud…
West Bearskin Border Route Read Post »
It’s the first episode in our Route Guide Series! The lakes on this route are very popular with base campers. They are small and loaded with fish. Walleye, Bass and Northern Pike are plentiful with some of the side lakes offering Lake Trout as well. A trip to Johnson Falls should not be missed whilst…
East Bearskin Lake Route Read Post »
Whether its your first or fiftieth trip here are some tips to help you get the best out of planning and choosing a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Route that works for you and your group. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes YouTube Stitcher
BWCA Route Planning Advice Read Post »
