All Aboard! This special edition of Minnesota Bound takes us deep into the Amazon Wilderness. Aboard the Amazon Queen, we find fishing that is out of this world. Peacock Bass to be specific, and you won't want to miss the excitement. We also learn the life and culture of the region, and experience memories that will last a lifetime. Join us for a trip we will never soon forget!
]]>Meet Dave Genz. The pioneer of ice fishing, Mr. Ice fishing, a Minnesota icon. Whatever you want to call him, he has truly revolutionized the sport of ice fishing. We follow along with Dave on the water and learn where he started and how far he has come. This man lives for days on the frozen waters of the north, and for good reason. We also head back up to God's country to fish flowing waters from heaven.
]]>Ever wonder how a fishing lure is made? On this episode, we take you start to finish on the creation of the new Rapala lure called the Clackin Rap. A three year documentary from start, to fish. Belinda takes us to the Iron Range on a ski journey that you might just want to partake in some day. We learn about the life of a an artist on the North Shore. He writes books and paints stories about folks who love the great outdoors. And, we tag along on a different kind of fishing journey.
Meet Chad Brandt, an ice angler with an inspirational story. We check in with a group of individuals set on repairing the Straight River in Northern Minnesota. Belinda takes us skiing and shows us why it is more popular than ever, and Grandpa goes fishing with Jake.
]]>On Today's show, life is for the birds and so we go, starting with one of the world's oldest sports, the sport of kings. Next, we'll study Duane's Grouse, a wild bird that doesn't act so wild. What's with that? This Minnesota couple are hummingbird watchers, hummingbird photographers and hummingbird lovers. So Small, yet so amazing. Plus we'll take a look back at a winter when northern Minnesota was invaded by Great Gray Owls from the far north.
Take a hike with us through the winter woods in search of a smallmouth camp. A three day festival that honors a most unusual fish. Just wait until you see the characters that chase em! Join Ron as he takes a heavenly journey on God's River, where the walleye fishing is like heaven. And, we look back at a man with a love for the hand crafted birch bark canoe.
]]>On today's show, ways to have fun on the ice. First up, we'll say, mush, and go dog sledding in search of wilderness lake trout. Will they bite? Next, we tag along with ice fishing beginners. Will they find fishin on ice is nice? Plus, we'll discover what an ice cap looks like from below the ice. Looks cold, for sure! And we'll take a look back at ice fishing luxury, and take a tour of the ultimate ice fishing house. All that and more...
On todays show, stories of winter fun as we head up to a frozen North Shore river as climbers try and conquer a Minnesota winter gem. Collectors make a little noise as they celebrate a snowy tradition, and our Man about the Woods, Bill Sherck, tackles a very rare winter fishing adventure. All that, and colorful kites take to the winter sky!
A ski trail to nowhere? Join us on a cold weather winter destination in the north country, and along the way, we learn the definition of a Yurt. We visit an incredible fish carving artist, and follow the life of one unforgettable swan. We also find out how some escape the winter cold in a very interesting fashion.
]]>We welcome you to follow along on our visit to the national eagle center in Wabasha, and see why this is a soaring success story. We also go cattin' around in Wabasha. You'll love to see what we found on our journey. We learn about a local recording studio with a theme of the up north outdoors. It's what they do that makes them so special. We head to one of Minnesota's newest museums, and a very special story about a couple of love birds. Find out what makes them so special.