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The 27th Season Box Set includes thirteen 1/2 hour episodes:
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Program #2701: Paddle along with the Itasca Kayakers in
the turquoise waters of Trout Lake. Wade in the shallows with
researchers documenting colorful Longear sunfish near Bemidji
and experience the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore with plein-air
painter, Arna Rennan.
Two Minute Tour: Madeline Island Ferry, Bayfield, WI
Northwoods Reader: "Moving Waters" by Sam Cook |
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Program #2702: Meet Lee Gruben--a
metal artist whose active imagination and plasma cutter
transforms plate steel. Enter the world of "battle bots" where
remote controlled robots go head to head and restore a part of
Duluth's transportation history, a 1939 Twin Coach bus.
Two Minute Tour: Architectural Tile Tour, Duluth
Northwoods Reader: "Life-times Six" by Margaret Olson Webster |
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Program #2703: Hike to Honeymoon Bluff and explore the Gunflint
Trail with photographer Ben Sosniecki. Get to know the
red-necked grebe. It's one of the Minnesota DNR's most wanted
bird species. And paddle the beautiful, undeveloped waters of
the Namakagon River.
Two Minute Tour: North American Bear Center in Ely, MN
Northwoods Reader: "The Minnesota Northshore:
An Aerial Odyssey" by Elizabeth Geiger Wilkes |
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Program #2704: Go muddin' and rock
riding with the pros at the Iron Range OHV Recreation Area near
Gilbert. Tool around town in Dick Lombardi's vintage microcar-a
1957 Messerschmitt and admire Ken Luke's collection of classic
car emblems.
Two Minute Tour: Driving Tour of Historic Duluth
Northwoods Reader: "Minnesota Open House" by Karla Finstad
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Program #2705: Clamor aboard and give sailing a
try with the Duluth Superior Sailing Association. Learn about an
innovative approach to protecting sensitive shorelines and be
dazzled by the butterflies of the north woods.
Two Minute Tour: St. Louis River Canoe Tour, Duluth
Northwoods Reader: "Between the Waters" by Larry Luukkonen |
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Program #2706: Protect the sheep
herd with help from a kennel full of European-bred guard dogs.
Enjoy Fred Shipley's collection of vintage farm equipment and
harvest tasty, fresh vegetables at a community-supported farm.
Two Minute Tour: Mill City Museum, Minneapolis
Northwoods Reader: "Some Dog" by Mary Casanova |
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Program #2707: Connect kids with the outdoors
through nature photography. Marvel at the realistic wildlife
sculptures created by master wood carver Jim Ramsdell and
appreciate the work of boat builder Dennis Williams.
Two Minute Tour: Madeline Island Historical Museum, LaPointe
Northwoods Reader: "By the Ore Docks" by Richard Hudelson |
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Program #2708: Pick fresh flowers
and vegetables at Good Earth Gardens and deliver the goods, via
ferry, to Lotta's Cafe on Madeline Island. Shear and spin the
finest of wool from Pygora goats and create lovely, holiday
ornaments from natural materials.
Tour: Carlton County Historical Museum, Cloquet
Northwoods Reader: "Agate" by Joy Morgan Dey and Nikki Johnson |
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Program #2709: Groom Duluth's premier cross
country ski trails with Darin Franckowiak. Rollerskate with the
regulars at the "World of Wheels" and ride along with vintage
snowmobile collector, Jim Sailer.
Two Minute Tour: Streams of Skyline Parkway, Duluth
Northwoods Reader: "Storm Codes" by Tracy Nelson Maurer |
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Program #2710: Discover the damaging
consequences of bullfrogs jumping the species native boundaries.
Feel the beat of Nettleton Elementary School's innovative drum
group and visit the Arctic Circle with artist Teresa Cox Kohler.
Two Minute Tour: Native Orchids Driving Tour in Williams, MN
Northwoods Reader: "The Lion's Share" illus. by Kelly Dupre |
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Program #2711: Cruise the trails around Iron
River. This tourist hot spot is home to great trails, rich
history and tasty fare. In this special Venture North visit,
explore the trails by ATV, tour the local winery and meet the
people who make Iron River a great place to live.
Northwoods Reader: "White Deer: Ghost of the Forest" by Jeff
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Program #2712: Experience
adrenalin-packed paddling with some Lake Superior kayakers.
Drive a dog sled and fish with Ely's Basswood Bob and explore
the woods and trails around Finland by snowmobile.
Two Minute Tour: Minnesota Fishing Museum, Little Falls, MN
Northwoods Reader: "Natural History and Geology of the
Lake Superior Hiking Trail" by John Green |
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Program #2713: Unlock the mysterious flora and
fauna of the bog while traveling a mile-long walkway at Big Bog
State Park. Visit a hamlet of "Wee Cabins" in Ely and build a
better cedar-strip canoe.
Two Minute Tour: Munsinger/Clemens Gardens, St. Cloud
Northwoods Reader: "MN 150" by Kate Roberts |
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