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We are made stronger by story and there’s no better source than the continent's largest body of freshwater, Lake Superior. Join hosts Walt Lindala and Frida Waara as they highlight the five National Parks that ring this Greatest of the Great Lakes - meeting the people, touring the places and learning about the projects that make these parks and body of water so remarkable. Join our podcast commu... more

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There’s nothing like sitting around a camp fire telling Lake Superior stories. Imagine the tales you could collect spending almost three decades gathering the news, features and photographs for the region’s most popular magazine. In this episode of t... more

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No mammal represents Minnesota’s north shore better than the moose. The winter of 2026 has been busy and significant for these majestic animals.  Through the Northern Moose Alliance (www.moosealliance.org), a joint effort between Minnesota Department... more

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What started on March 1, 1872, when Yellowstone became the first National Park in the world, has grown to over 433 units covering over 85 million acres in America. Tagged "America’s Best Idea," we celebrate National Parks Week every year in April. Ro... more

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While some parts of the country can count on crocus and daffodils to signal spring in March, Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula is still measuring snowbanks. Over 300” has fallen across the region and more is expected, possibly into May. From the looks of... more

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Recent Guests

Konnie LeMay
Retiring Editor of Lake Superior Magazine
Lake Superior Magazine
Episode: S7 E8: Big Lake, Small World: Three Decades Of Lake Superior Stories — With Konnie LeMay
Michelle Carstensen
Wildlife Health Group leader, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota DNR
Episode: S7 E7: The Future of Moose in Minnesota: What a New Study of Young Moose Could Reveal — with Michelle Carstensen
Carol Brady
Founding board member of the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation
National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation
Episode: S7 E6: One Lake, Five Parks, Twenty Years: The NPLSF Story — with Carol Brady
Jesse Wiederhold
Managing Director of Visit Keweenaw
Visit Keweenaw
Episode: S7 E5: Keweenaw’s Legendary Snowfall: Winter Recreation and Traditions in the Upper Peninsula’s Snow Capital — with Jesse Wiederhold
Winifred Frick
Bat Conservation International Chief Scientist; Adjunct Professor at UC Santa Cruz
Bat Conservation International
Episode: S7 E4: Bat Science and Survival: Lake Superior’s Night Flyers — with Dr. Winifred Frick
Patti Baraks
Author of A is for Agates, Lake Superior Alphabet Book
Beaver's Pond Press (publisher)
Episode: S7 E3: Lake Superior’s Lasting Hold: The Story Behind A Is for Agates: A Lake Superior Alphabet Book — with Patti Baraks
Jamey Jones
Science Coordinator, Earth Mapping Resources Initiative, USGS Mineral Resources Program
US Geological Survey (USGS)
Episode: S7 E2: Mapping the Seen and Unseen: USGS Earth MRI’s Work in the Lake Superior Region - with Jamey Jones
Fred Stonehouse
Maritime historian, author, lecturer
Episode: S7 E1: The Edmund Fitzgerald Story and Legacy: 50 Years Beneath the Waves — with Fred Stonehouse
Josh Rizzo
Founder of thenorth.com, a website focusing on biking experiences in the Lake Superior area
thenorth.com
Episode: S6 E11: The Road Less Paved: Biking the Wild North — with Josh Rizzo

Hosts

Walt Lindala
Host of the Lake Superior Podcast; engages in conversations about Lake Superior, its parks, and regional culture.
Frida Waara
Co-host and community-focused interviewer exploring Lake Superior, local stories, and outdoor culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • The Lake, The Parks, Oh My!!

    Who knew there were 5 National Parks on Lake Superior? Great back stories on these national treasures.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ttomco
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Kayaking Advice

    If you even want to think about Kayaking Lake Superior, you need to listen to this podcast! Maddy’s stories are charming and frightening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MicTienken
    United States5 years ago

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The show paints a vivid picture of the Lake Superior region and its communities.
Sound storytelling with practical travel and safety tips for explorers.
Guests bring diverse expertise, from maritime history to conservation.

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S7 E7: The Future of Moose in Minnesota: What a New Study of Young Moose Could Reveal — with Michelle Carstensen
Q: What are the key aims for the future findings and how will the data be shared with managers and the public?
Key aims include understanding recruitment rates, habitat productivity, and how to bolster populations through forest management, with results shared via project updates on the Northern Moose Alliance site and through the Foundation's channels for broad public access.
S7 E7: The Future of Moose in Minnesota: What a New Study of Young Moose Could Reveal — with Michelle Carstensen
Q: Where is the core Moose range, and how do you manage collaboration across so many stakeholders?
The core range spans northeast Minnesota from near Duluth up to Grand Portage, with a cross-agency management framework and open communication to align timelines, goals, and field operations across tribal and state partners, NGOs, and academic collaborators.
S7 E8: Big Lake, Small World: Three Decades Of Lake Superior Stories — With Konnie LeMay
Q: What is the focus of Lake Superior Writers and how can people engage?
Lake Superior Writers fosters a literary community with workshops, contests, and partnerships to connect writers across the watershed; people can visit lakesuperiorwriters.org for events and resources.
S7 E8: Big Lake, Small World: Three Decades Of Lake Superior Stories — With Konnie LeMay
Q: What is Konnie LeMay's connection to Lake Superior and what drew her back to the region?
Her roots are in Duluth; after studying and working elsewhere, she returned to the area driven by family ties and a deep attachment to the lake, which has always shaped her career in journalism and storytelling.
S7 E6: One Lake, Five Parks, Twenty Years: The NPLSF Story — with Carol Brady
Q: How can listeners get involved or contribute?
Listeners can visit the foundation's website to learn about ongoing projects, volunteer opportunities, and ways to donate or participate in ground-level initiatives, with upcoming volunteer opportunities posted there.

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A regional-focused, story-driven show that highlights Lake Superior's surrounding parks, communities, and heritage through interviews with researchers, historians, conservationists, and local business owners. Episodes commonly explore maritime history, outdoor recreation, wildlife and ecosystem studies, and living-history experiences around the five circumnavigating National Parks. Distinctive strengths include deep dives into local lore (e.g., shipwreck legacies, mining history), hands-on conservation efforts, and practical guidance for visitors planning trips or adventures in the Lake Superior region. The format seems well-suited for audiences who love the Great Lakes, outdoor exploration, regional history, and community storytelling, wit... more

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1. Konnie LeMay
2. Michelle Carstensen
3. Carol Brady
4. Jesse Wiederhold
5. Winifred Frick
6. Patti Baraks
7. Jamey Jones
8. Fred Stonehouse

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