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Minnesota Outdoor News Radio

Minnesota Outdoor News Radio
Chronic Wasting Disease
Minnesota
Ice Fishing
Minnesota DNR
Deer Hunting
Public Lands
Ducks Unlimited
Pheasant Hunting
Turkey Hunting
Wildlife Conservation
Conservation
Lake Superior
Bear Hunting
Fishing Regulations
Boundary Waters
Lake Mille Lacs
Hunting
Walleye Fishing
Mississippi River
Hunting Regulations

Every week, Outdoor News Radio explores timely outdoors topics emerging from Minnesota, the Upper Midwest, and around the country. For one hour, host Rob Drieslein, managing editor and president of Outdoor News, Inc., interviews a slate of natural resource experts, conservation advocates, and top outdoors writers. Along with regular co-host Tim Lesmeister, expect raucous and sometimes irreverent b... more

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Tim Lesmeister and Rob Drieslein start the show with a chat about the Minnesota catch-and-release steelhead record, which has been broken twice in less than a year by a pai... more

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Tim Lesmeister and Rob Drieslein start the show with a discussion about – count ’em – 9 new state record fish in Minnesota. Then annual guest Ron Hustvedt, Jr., visits to ... more

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Tim Lesmeister and Rob Drieslein start the show with a discussion about why Minnesota is struggling to establish an elk herd in northeastern Minnesota. They also break dow... more

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Tim Lesmeister and Rob Drieslein start the show with their first and mostly positive impressions of the Minnesota DNR’s new electronic licensing system, then they share fi... more

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Recent Guests

Colleen Foehrenbacher
Executive Director at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center; Outdoor News columnist
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center; Minnesota Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
Episode: Episode 598 – MN record fish, Lake Superior lakers, State Trap shoot update, Colleen Foehrenbacher
Tyler Winter
Board member and co-founder of Native Fish for Tomorrow
Native Fish for Tomorrow
Episode: Episode 582 – MN Duck Summit preview, roughfish public comments, BLM nominee, venison for sale?
Nick Schlesser
Area Fisheries Supervisor, Minnesota DNR
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Episode: Episode 581 – Pheasant Fest recap, Mississippi River ice-out preview, Stan Tekiela on owls, R&R HOF
Joe Shead
Outdoors writer and guide from Two Harbors, Minnesota
Episode: Episode 580 – Pheasant Fest, shed antler hunting, Stan Tekiela on nongame chatter, ice update
Mike Christensen
Director of Operations for Pass It On-Outdoor Mentors
Outdoor Mentors
Episode: Episode 579 – Pending BWCAW Senate vote, Pass It On-Outdoor Mentors, Westminster dog show, roughfish
Jared Wiklund
Director of Communications for Pheasants Forever
Pheasants Forever
Episode: Episode 578 – Pheasant Fest preview, nongame chatter on owls, Mille Lacs perch, native roughfish
Karla Bloem
Executive Director of the International Owl Center
International Owl Center
Episode: Episode 578 – Pheasant Fest preview, nongame chatter on owls, Mille Lacs perch, native roughfish
Brian Knutson
Sales and Marketing Director at Outdoor News
Outdoor News, Inc.
Episode: Episode 577 – SHOT Show, public comment on hunting regs, BWCA and mining, Pass It On in Minnesota
Sarah Middleton
Wildlife Section Rules and Regulations Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Episode: Episode 577 – SHOT Show, public comment on hunting regs, BWCA and mining, Pass It On in Minnesota

Host

Rob Drieslein
Host of Outdoor News Radio; Outdoor News Managing Editor

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Sad

    The opinions they share about public land policy are psychotic.

    Not allowing people onto public land without them paying to enter it makes it not public land.. taxes (which I pay) fund a lot of this public land. Idiots.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    christopher1000375
    United States6 months ago
  • Really enjoy the show.

    No hardball questions, and never play devils advocate, but Rob does a good job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    woody2119
    United States3 years ago
  • Less Climate Change talk

    Good content but I have to fast forward through the climate change talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PikeHunt79
    United States3 years ago
  • I love this show

    Love listening to the show, Ron is an excellent interviewer and covers interesting topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WolfLOVER<3
    United States4 years ago
  • The ads

    The content is great, but the ads are obnoxious! Seriously the most ads of any podcast. Ridiculous! I can’t believe your advertisers don’t realize that everyone is fast forwarding through all of the ads. Don’t you make enough money on the ads in your paper? I have been a subscriber for over 25 years.

    How about no ads and you hope that listeners support your paper?

    Cracks me up every week when Rob wonders who might be on later in the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GodscountryD
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners feel ads interrupt the listening experience and wish for fewer ad breaks.
Guests are consistently knowledgeable, with strong regional relevance and actionable insights.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth outdoor policy context and practical hunting/fishing tips.

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Episode 598 – MN record fish, Lake Superior lakers, State Trap shoot update, Colleen Foehrenbacher
Q: Tell us about Colleen's background and what drew her to environmental learning centers.
Colleen describes moving to Minnesota 16 years ago, discovering Eagle Bluff, and falling in love with outdoor education as a path to teaching and conservation, eventually joining the Minnesota chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and becoming board member and leader.
Episode 580 – Pheasant Fest, shed antler hunting, Stan Tekiela on nongame chatter, ice update
Q: What are logical places to search for shed antlers?
Joe suggests starting in areas where deer are concentrated, such as farm fields or bedding areas, especially when scouting and observing deer movements.
Episode 580 – Pheasant Fest, shed antler hunting, Stan Tekiela on nongame chatter, ice update
Q: Why do you have an interest in shed antlers?
Joe Shead explains that there is no bag limit for antler finding, and it allows him to learn more about deer behavior and movements.
Episode 576 – Superior ice fishing, Durrell Smith of Minority Outdoor Alliance, House vote on BWCA
Q: How do folks respond to the conservation component of the outdoors?
People respond positively with moments of happiness and connection to nature.
Episode 573 – Ice fishing with Joel Nelson, MN legislative preview, sportshow season, music talk
Q: How do you feel about the future of the OnX Fish app in 2026?
Joel expresses excitement about expanding to more Midwest states and adding new features to help anglers find fish more easily.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota Outdoor News Radio

What is Minnesota Outdoor News Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively Minnesota-focused outdoors program that blends hunting, fishing, conservation, and public lands policy with hands-on tips from guests and industry insiders. Episodes frequently feature updates from state agencies, conservation nonprofits, and wildlife educators, alongside field reports, gear trends, and alpine-to-northwoods experiences. The show stands out for its regular guest lineup—DNR representatives, wildlife experts, and conservation advocates—while maintaining a spirited, sometimes irreverent vibe between the hosts. Listeners likely share a strong interest in public lands, wildlife management, and outdoor mentorship, making it a practical listen for anglers, hunters, guides, and outdoor educators seeking practical insights a... more

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1. Colleen Foehrenbacher
2. Tyler Winter
3. Nick Schlesser
4. Joe Shead
5. Mike Christensen
6. Jared Wiklund
7. Karla Bloem
8. Brian Knutson

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