Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound Podcast
Minnesota Bound is more than just a hunting or fishing program. We find characters that have a story to tell. We seek out destinations and explore out what makes them special. We share the love of outdoors and those that enjoy it.
Building Minnesota's New Outdoor Shop Legacy!
Steve Schreader just opened Minnesota's new, local gear shop. His vision? To carry on a 50-year legacy started by Midwest Mountaineering. Find out why small, local outdoor stores matter....
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Chasing Wildflowers
Author Phyllis Root and photographer Kelly Povo chronicle the ten years they spent exploring Minnesota’s woods, prairies, hillsides, lakes, and bogs for wildflowers, taking pictures and notes, gathering clues, and mapping the way for fellow flower hunters. We chat with Phyllis and Kelly about their new book: Chasing Wildflowers: An Adventurous Guide to Finding Minnesota's Native Flowers in Their Unique Habitats.
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Minnesota's Walleye Limits
Minnesota is considering reducing the state's walleye limit for anglers. Guide and walleye mind Nate Blasing is at the center of the discussion. He offers thoughtful insight into the future of Minnesota walleyes.
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The Secret Perfume of Birds: Uncovering the Science of Avian Scent
The Secret Perfume of Birds: The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world. Author and Biologist Danielle Whittaker joins Laura Schara to share how emerging research has uncovered birds' ability to produce complex chemical signals that influence their behavior.
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So, you want to get into tournament fishing? Here's one option for youth anglers!
Jason Bahr joins Bill Sherck to talk about Minnesota's Student Angling Tournament Trail and the competitive angling opportunities for Minnesota High Schoolers.
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Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club Celebrates 40 Years
Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club celebrates 40 years! Nikki Flander, director of Marketing, joins Laura Schara and shares the history and stories of this iconic Minnesota hunting and sporting clays club.
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Living the Lund Lifestyle
Live from the Minneapolis Sports Show as Sherck talks to Garett Solberg and Jesse Hanish about living the Lund lifestyle. It's time to get out on the water in a Lund boat!
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Nature Fix
Why does Nature make us healthier, happier, and more creative? Award-winning author Florence Williams talks with Laura Schara about her bestselling book Nature Fix and the science behind how the natural world enhances our well-being, creativity, and happiness.
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The Life of a Lake Superior Guide
Bill catches up with a Lake Superior Guide who, long ago, put 100-thousand miles on his fishing truck just trying to find the right fish! Now Kent Paulsen spends days in the big boat on big water!
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Wild River Conservancy
Join Laura Schara as she explores the fascinating world of freshwater mussel conservation with experts from Wild Rivers Conservancy; the official nonprofit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. These tiny but mighty creatures are essential for maintaining water quality, but they’re also one of the most endangered groups of organisms in North America.
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Dreaming up the next generation of Minnesota lake public accesses! Really, it's a thing!
Many of Minnesota's lake public access points need an update. Some, half a century old. Hennepin County's Tony Brough is leading the charge to brainstorm the new generation of boat launches. New technology and new designs. We dive into accessing Minnesota lakes!
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Stan Tekiela: Renowned Wildlife Photographer and Author of Over 200 Field Guides
Stan Tekiela, renowned wildlife photographer, naturalist, and author chats with Laura about his 40+ years of adventures capturing stunning images of animals and nature. Plus, tips for aspiring Wildlife photographers.
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A Day in the Life of an Outdoor Journalist.
Bill Sherck checks in after a big trip to Lund Boat's manufacturing plant. He's also getting ready to head to the woods for a couple of days off the grid in winter camp!
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Kitchi Landing Resort
Kitchi Landing Resort-How a twist of fate, led the journey of a local twin cities couple to the dream life of running a resort in Northern Minnesota. Laura Schara hears from Val Engleman about embracing new beginnings in the Northwoods.
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Undoing Mistakes with Nature: St. Louis River
Today on the Minnesota Bound Podcast, lots of good news about the once-polluted St. Louis River and streams around Duluth. Ron Schara gets an update from DNR folks on the front lines.
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Pineapple Brothers: World Class Axis Deer Hunting
Former FBI Special Agent Jon Dubin chats with Laura about his career transition from special agent to founding partner of a world class hunting outfitter called Pineapple Brothers. Located in Lanai Hawaii, Laura and Jon share stories of their unforgettable Axis Deer Hunting adventures on the island.
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Life on Ice with Josh Bullivant
Minnesota is off to a great ice season. Josh Bullivant talks about his life on ice up in Northern Minnesota running a resort and guiding in sub-zero temps
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The History of the Superior Hiking Trail
The storied history of the Superior Hiking Trail is shared by Rudi Hargesheimer. Rudi joins Laura Schara to share historic trail tales from his book "The Superior Hiking Trail Story". If you would like to experience the trail with a group, you can join an all volunteer maintenance trip.
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Ed The Diver
Most folks know Ed Bieber better as Ed "The Diver". Ed's curious story as he cleans up our rivers and discovered a most-curious underwater business. One that attracts fish and, more importantly, anglers!
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Emily on Trail, Explorer, Backpacker and Musher
Emily Ford, known as Emily on Trail spent years as a solo backpacker until the winter of 2021 where she solo hiked the Ice Age National Scenic Trail with a canine companion named Diggens. In 2023 she began mushing and will now compete in the infamous Iditarod sled dog race in Alaska in 2025. Her mission is show the outdoors is for everyone.
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The People You Meet....
Bill runs into a real character while out on the road hunting in South Dakota. A radio show host with a real story to share....
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MN Fish- Keep MN Fishing Strong - Worlds Greatest Ice Fishing Auction-Lessard Sams Outdoor Heritage Council
Ron Schara, president of MN-Fish shares the vision of Minnesota’s only nonprofit organization formed in order to represent the fishing interests of all Anglers, Plus updates on outdoor conservation efforts from the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council.
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A Surprise Text Leads to the Adventure of a Lifetime!
Sometimes you just have to take chances! Nick Anthony responded to a random text and found himself on a true, bucket list adventure. Nick's story and he also has his predictions on Minnesota's ice fishing outlook on Lake of the Woods!
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Wild in the Kitchen with Chef Jim Kyndberg
Chef Jim Kyndberg shares his secrets and tips for 1 pan cooking, making sauces, how to cook wild game and more.
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Halloween Tales From The Woods
Minnesota Bound documents mysterious lights in the woods, plus other Halloween tales!
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Hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
Conquering the Continental Divide Trail. Local Wildlife Artist Ted Hansen joins Laura to share his and his wife's hiking journey along this 3100 Mile trail from Canada to Mexico.
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30+ years of stories-Bill Sherck- EMMY Silver Circle
Bill Sherck is getting inducted into the Silver Circle at the Midwest EMMY’s this weekend, and Minnesota Bound could not be MORE proud. The Silver Circle recognizes those professionals who have performed distinguished service within the television industry for 25 years or more. Photojournalist, Aaron Achtenberg, takes the helm for a Q & A with Bill on years of great stories.
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Stories of Danger and Death in Boundary Waters
Journalist and writer Joe Friedrichs joins Laura to share stories from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and His new book: "Last Entry Point: Stories of Danger and Death in the Boundary Waters"
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The State of Our State's Deer Hunting Season
Todd Froberg of the Minnesota DNR joins Bill to talk about the "state of our state's" deer hunting season, including updated CWD testing and new rules and opportunities for hunters.
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Ron Schara and Kris Lindahl
Everybody sees Kris Lindahl on billboards with his arms spread. On my podcast, here's what you don't know....
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Ron Schara and Laura Schara
Ron Schara and Laura Schara chat about favorite fall activities from grouse hunting to the Monarch Butterfly migration and conservation effort.
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Isle Royale Adventure
Angler Ryan Kelly shares late-summer stories about his adventures out to Isle Royale National Park.
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Reggie Carter- MUST BE RUFF
Laura Schara chats with Reggie Carter founder of Must Be Ruff and MBR Foundation. MBR teaches children about compassion for animals and dog behavior which influence children's development and education
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Minnesota Bound & The Minnesota State Fair
Bill Sherck and Laura Schara are live at the Minnesota State Fair! Minnesota Bound began our State Fair journey back in 2000, complete with Ron & Raven stage shows every day. #24 years later, we’re still here and having just as much fun. It’s a Q & A session with our state fair crowd; Bill and Laura answer all your questions live from the fair.
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MN.State Fair & MN. Bound
Fun stories from "behind the scenes" as Minnesota Bound gets ready to go to the State Fair!
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Forager Chef - Alan Bergo
Laura Schara chats with Alan Bergo, James Beard award winning chef, author, show host and forager. The Forager Chef shares his journey and adventures of foraging for mushrooms, plants, fruits, buts, and more.
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Wiley Point Lodge Adventures
Bill Sherck shares a most-fishy adventure from the Northwoods alongside the owner of Wiley Point Lodge.
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Outdoor Photography and Fishing
Avid angler and outdoor photographer Sarah Kozlowski chats with Laura Schara about her fishing adventures on her boat in a bag as well as her passion for outdoor photography.
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A Call For Rescue
Ely musher Jake Hway shares the compelling story of a recent rescue of a lost hiker on the edge of the Boundary Waters.
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Host Chat - Laura Schara with Dad, Ron Schara
Laura Schara and Ron Schara catch up on their latest summer adventures! From Montana flyfishing to a 19-inch smallmouth bass (caught on a river that Ron will not share with us). Fish tales and more are shared.
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