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WTIP Outdoor News Podcast

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast

WTIP is the community radio station serving Minnesota"s North Shore. We share a variety of outdoor news content from the region, including Lake Superior, Isle Royale and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. From fishing and hunting to environmental issues, this locally-produced podcast covers important outdoor news relevant to our broad community of listeners.

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00:15:40

Retirement And New Conservation Officer In Cook County

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2023/01/06

The Gunflint Mail Run sled dog race is the hot event this weekend on the Gunflint Trail. Among the mushers competing in the field this year is Mary Manning. A Cook County resident, Manning has been mushing for about 25 years. In addition to mushing, Mary uses her dogs for work as a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officer patrolling the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, including many of the remote lakes along the Gunflint Trail. The 55-year-old Manning joined the

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00:15:03

Fisher Population Continues To Decline Across...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/12/30

From the “Inland Empire” near the shores of Deer Yard Lake to the end of the Gunflint Trail, fishers area beloved animal of the North Woods. Fisher populations in northern Minnesota have dropped to about 7,000 from a high of 16,000 in the year 2000. The decline of the population led to a recent study to evaluate whether den boxes could be a valuable management tool to improve fisher habitat and balance wildlife needs with the forest industry. It is part of a larger effort to understand what

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00:15:27

Minnesota researchers aim to reduce deer-vehicle...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/12/23

Deer bounding across Highway 61 are an often unwelcome sight for motorists along the North Shore. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reports around 2,000 deer-vehicle collisions occur each year across the state. State officials, however, think that number is much larger, possibly in the tens of thousands. According to Natural Resources Research Institute Wildlife Biologist Ron Moen, the number of deer-vehicle collisions is much higher because insurance companies only get notified when the

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00:18:13

Minnesota DNR Hires New Fisheries Manager

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/12/16

Leslie George has been named the Minnesota Department of Natural Resource’s northeastern region fisheries manager. George started her career with DNR in 2004. Since then, she’s worked in field offices in Windom and Glenwood for the DNR. She’s been a fisheries supervisor for the Minnesota agency since 2015, most recently at its office in Hinckley. George replaces the recently retired Chris Kavanaugh as the DNR’s regional fisheries supervisor based in Grand Rapids. The northeastern region George

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00:18:08

Expansion Of Rural Services In Cook County

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/12/09

After 66 years, Sawbill Canoe Outfitters connects to the grid. The project was made possible by a federal grant from the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. The 3rd generation business owners, Clare and Dan Shirley share what it means to their family and business to now have electric and fiber services after six decades. In addition, podcast host Kalli Hawkins speaks with John Twiest, CEO/General Manager at Arrowhead Cooperative about the specifics of the project. Hosts Joe Friedrichs and Kalli

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00:12:04

First Ice Fishing Reports and Northern Long Eared Bat...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/12/02

Ice fishing is here! The first ice fishing reports across the WTIP listening area are shared in this episode of the Outdoor News Podcast. Hosts Joe Friedrichs and Kalli Hawkins were both fishing in late November and early December. Pike were found, as were walleye. Also in the episode, we learn more about the move by the federal government this week to classify the Northern long-eared bat as an endangered species.

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00:15:35

Emily Tidwell Photographer From Cook County

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/11/25

Emily Tidwell is a professional ski photographer who grew up in Cook County, but now works primarily in the Mountain West. Tidwell says she learned to ski in Minnesota and remains very connected to the North Shore, Lutsen Mountains and the local community. “I've been so lucky to have seen so many beautiful other places, both in the United States and around the world,” Tidwell said. “I think what draws me back to Cook County every time is the sense of community, and how unique the environment on

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00:20:12

Wild Game And Fish Celebration Of The Harvest

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/11/18

The time of the great harvest is here, as is abundant snowfall on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Many households are getting ready to prepare a turkey on Thanksgiving. Prior to that, WTIP Outdoor News Podcast Hosts Joe Friedrichs and Kalli Hawkins are thinking about what to do with things like brook trout, venison, and fall vegetables. In this episode of the podcast, they talk with Cook County resident Collette Mueller about pickling northern pike, and with Kraig Kiger from the Minnesota

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00:16:50

Forest Service Payments For Land In The BWCA

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/11/11

In 1948, United States lawmakers passed the Thye-Blatnik Act to buy resorts and private lands in what would eventually be named the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The bill also provides payments in-lieu-of-taxes (PILT) to Cook, Lake and St. Louis counties for federal wilderness land to make up for lost private property taxes. A valuation process is completed every 10 years to determine how much each county receives through this piece of legislation. St. Louis, Lake and Cook Counties found

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00:22:08

Deer Season Opener & Habitat Projects In Northeast...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/11/04

Hunters will take to the woods this Saturday, Nov. 5 for the traditional and highly anticipated deer season opener. While portions of the state are experiencing increased deer populations, the northeast region population is of concern for Minnesota Department of Natural Resources officials. In this episode, podcast host Kalli Hawkins speaks with Dr. Lindsey Shartell, acting northeast regional wildlife manager with the Minnesota DNR to learn more about current habitat projects to help stabilize and

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00:16:13

Talon Metals - Copper Nickel Mining and Election Day

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/10/28

Election Day is less than two weeks away. An issue that remains important for many voters in northeastern Minnesota is copper-nickel mining. WDIO TV in Duluth recently hosted a candidate forum with Rep. Pete Stauber and DFL candidate Jen Schultz in the race to represent Minnesota's 8th Congressional District. The topic of copper-nickel mining was discussed during the forum, as heard in a segment of this week's episode. Developers of a proposed nickel mine in northern Minnesota plan to move

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00:12:57

Moose Madness And Lake Superior Fish

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/10/21

Minnesotans are expected to arrive to the North Shore this weekend during the annual fall break for most of the state's schools. The Minnesota Educator Academy weekend, more commonly referred to as MEA weekend, means that most students in Minnesota have Thursday and Friday off. It's a popular time for families to visit Cook County and the North Shore. It's also a great time to see wildlife near Lake Superior and across Superior National Forest. Among the species many people hope to see this time

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00:18:15

Local Officials Respond to Coast Guard Station...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/10/14

After more than 90 years, the U.S. Coast Guard closed its station in Grand Marais this summer, finalizing a plan it made public in 2021. The Coast Guard station was established in 1928. It's been staffed on a seasonal basis since the late 1980s, up until the complete closure this summer. The facility is situated on Artist Point near the breakwall housing the Grand Marais Lighthouse. As WTIP reported last year, the Grand Marais station was staffed by a limited crew. The Coast Guard said it

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00:20:32

Fall Flyfishing Along The North Shore of Lake...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/10/07

The peak of fall is settling over the woods and water of Cook County and the North Shore. In this episode of the podcast, hosts Joe Friedrichs and Kalli Hawkins celebrate the season of harvest. From fresh-caught trout to a homemade batch of potato leek soup, Joe shares his reflections on this important time of transition for many in the community. Kalli takes listeners on a fishing trip during the episode. Kalli met up with local fishing enthusiast and outdoor columnist James Egan for a day of fly

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00:15:40

Bear Reports Near Grand Marais And The North Shore

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/09/29

Reports of bears guzzling rancid barrels of oil, tipping garbage cans in Grand Marais and breaking limbs off of apple trees all reached the WTIP News Desk in autumn arrives to the North Shore. In this episode of the podcast, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Bear Project Leader, Andrew Tri, shares reminders on how to stay 'Bearwise' during this busy time of year for local wildlife.

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00:19:41

Grouse Hunting Season Off To A Great Start in Cook...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/09/23

Hunters across Minnesota took to backroads and forests Sept. 17 for the opening weekend of grouse hunting. Ruffed grouse and spruce grouse hunting season started Sept. 17. It lasts through Jan. 1. In Cook County and throughout the WTIP listening area, there were reports of numerous successful hunts during the first week of the grouse hunting season. Among those who had a successful hunt on the opening weekend was Outdoor News Podcast Host Kalli Hawkins. In this episode of the podcast, Kalli talks

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00:21:47

Fall Fly Fishing In Cook County

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/09/16

Fly fishing conjures many images for spirited anglers: Remote streams, waders and a brimmed cap, looping line from a roll cast dancing behind a setting sun. And then there’s the Cook County canoe version: trolling. It doesn’t always have to be fancy or romantic to go fly fishing on inland lakes in northeastern Minnesota. In fact, trolling a fly that looks like a minnow is a fine way to pursue fish in Cook County from a canoe. And there’s no better season than fall for such an activity. In this

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00:17:00

Minnesota DNR Shares Changes To Upcoming Deer Hunting...

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/09/09

The fall season is a welcomed time of the year for many. Before Minnesota hunters take to the woods this upcoming deer hunting season, there are a few changes to be aware of. The Minnesota DNR has decreased antlerless lottery permits in the Superior Uplands Arrowhead region of northeast Minnesota as deer populations remain low. In addition, the DNR has updated regulations regarding chronic wasting disease and non-toxic ammunition. Learn about the changes and more in this week's WTIP Outdoor News

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00:12:55

New Boat Launch Opens In Grand Marais Harbor

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/09/02

The multi-year Parkside Public Water Access project in the Grand Marais harbor is completed. The project began in 2019 to revamp and improve the west side of the Grand Marais harbor. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources officially signed off on the project on August 31, just in time for Labor Day weekend. Podcast hosts Kalli Hawkins and Joe Friedrichs visited the boat launch to see the new and improved site and chat about summer Lake Superior temperatures. Also featured in the episode

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00:15:28

Wolf Ridge Visit and Facility Tour

WTIP Outdoor News Podcast ·

2022/08/26

The Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Lodge renovation at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center near Finland was the first renovation project in the world to receive full Living Building Challenge (LBC) certification by the International Living Future Institute. To achieve this standard, the 22,000 square-foot dormitory has proved its ability to achieve net positive energy and net positive water over a 12-month period, generating more energy than it consumes. Podcast host Joe Friedrichs visited the

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