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Big Red Canoe - Friends of the Boundary Waters podcast

Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness
Boundary Waters Canoe Area
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
Boundary Waters
Grizzly Bear Attack
Bear Safety
Food Storage Techniques
Outdoor Education
Survival Training
Culinary Arts
Mississippi River
Mental Health
Wilderness Cooking
Friends Of the Boundary Waters
Canoeing
Spirit Of the Wilderness Outfitters
Rescue Operations
Environmental Advocacy
Sulfide Mining
Friends Of the Boundary Waters Wilderness
Outdoor Safety

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 visi... more

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Latest Episodes

The Superior Hiking Trail turns 40 this year. Three hundred miles of North Shore ridgeline, from the Wisconsin border to the edge of the Boundary Waters region, the SHT has shaped the lives of everyone who’s walked it. Crystal Gail Welcome is one of ... more

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H.J. Res. 140 was signed into law this week, stripping federal protections from 225,000 acres surrounding the Boundary Waters. What happens now? 

Experts from Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy and Friends of the Boundary Waters break down ... more

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Winter in the Boundary Waters is unforgiving—and that's exactly why Minnesota author Jeff Krogstad set his thriller Disappointment Mountain there. 

Jeff joins us to talk about writing wilderness fiction, the creative parallels between surviving in t... more

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How do you navigate a challenging wilderness when you can't even see it?

In this fascinating and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Kelly Carver, who has been paddling the Boundary Waters for over 40 years—including the past three decades since... more

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Recent Guests

Kathryn Hoffman
Executive Director of MCEA
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy
Episode: What's Next for the Boundary Waters after H.J.R. 140
Chris Knopf
Executive Director, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness
Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness
Episode: What's Next for the Boundary Waters after H.J.R. 140
Joy Anderson
Supervisory attorney, MCEA
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy
Episode: What's Next for the Boundary Waters after H.J.R. 140
Aaron Klemz
MCEA's strategy officer
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy
Episode: What's Next for the Boundary Waters after H.J.R. 140
Jeff Krogstad
Minnesota author
Author, Disappointment Mountain
Episode: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Wilderness: Author Jeff Krogstad
Kelly Carver
Friends of the Boundary Waters supporter
Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness
Episode: A Wilderness Beyond Sight: Navigating the Boundary Waters with a Vision Loss
Alex Messenger
Duluth author and photographer, survivor of a grizzly bear attack
UMD
Episode: Bear Safety in the Boundary Waters: Life-Saving Lessons from a Bear Attack Survivor
Marc Rassel
Photographer specializing in night sky photography, known for his Milky Way photography featured in various publications.
Episode: Dark Sky Photography with Marc Rassel
Stu Osthoff
Legendary angler and publisher of the Boundary Waters Journal
Boundary Waters Journal
Episode: Reel Talk! Boundary Waters and Quetico Fishing with Stu Osthoff

Host

Dave Meyer
Host of Big Red Canoe; guides discussions and highlights wilderness perspectives

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
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    I just heard an interview with a legally blind person who enjoys the BWCA and in one podcast we learn about the area’s natural beauty but we also learn about living with a disability and indeed about coping with loss and what grief is. Amazing. One interview and life’s rich meaning comes to the surface.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Alison Hunter
    United States6 months ago

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Compelling personal narratives alongside policy discussions.
A thoughtful show with powerful environmental and disability-accessible storytelling.
Stories feel authentic and inspiring, highlighting real-world impact in conservation.
Fairly balanced advocate voices with strong, actionable insights for listeners.
Guests bring depth on law, policy, and activism without dry rhetoric.

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What's Next for the Boundary Waters after H.J.R. 140
Q: What is the timeline for state-permitting and how long could it take?
State permitting is a lengthy process, typically taking many years from environmental impact statements to actual mining permits, with multiple opportunities for public input and potential litigation; it is not a fast track.
A Wilderness Beyond Sight: Navigating the Boundary Waters with a Vision Loss
Q: What was your first Boundary Waters trip like in 1982?
Kelly recalls being hooked by the interconnected lakes on a fisher map and the sense of adventure that began his decades-long relationship with the BWCA.
A Wilderness Beyond Sight: Navigating the Boundary Waters with a Vision Loss
Q: How did that state fair shift go when you were there?
Kelly explains it was engaging and eye-opening, highlighting how his disability shaped both the interaction and the way they demonstrated BWCA experiences to the public.
Bear Safety in the Boundary Waters: Life-Saving Lessons from a Bear Attack Survivor
Q: What advice would you give to somebody who's going up to the Boundary Waters?
Alex emphasizes preparation, awareness of bear safety regulations, and consulting with locals before heading into the wilderness.
Bear Safety in the Boundary Waters: Life-Saving Lessons from a Bear Attack Survivor
Q: What was your mindset like the day of the attack?
Alex felt a mix of excitement and a sense of calm, believing the end of the trip would be easy, just before the attack occurred.

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What is Big Red Canoe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, issue-focused show that centers on environmental policy, wilderness conservation, and practical outdoor living around the Boundary Waters. Episodes frequently feature NGO leaders, legal experts, and authors who discuss state and federal environmental tools, litigation, and public participation, alongside personal wilderness storytelling—from bear safety to disability-inclusive adventure. The program stands out for blending advocacy, rigorous policy context, and human-interest narratives that illuminate how policy, conservation, and everyday outdoor life intersect in meaningful ways. This mix likely appeals to outdoors enthusiasts, conservation-minded professionals, and people interested in legal and community-action perspectiv... more

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1. Kathryn Hoffman
2. Chris Knopf
3. Joy Anderson
4. Aaron Klemz
5. Jeff Krogstad
6. Kelly Carver
7. Alex Messenger
8. Marc Rassel

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