Best USDA Forest Service Podcasts (2025)

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Friends of the Superior National Forest 26:32

17d ago26:32

26:32

On this episode, Jo Swanson returns. Jo was part of our fourth episode, talking about her role as Executive Director of Northwoods volunteer connection, a forest stewardship organization that partners with the US Forest Service. After ten years in operation, they have a new name -friends of the superior national forest- and a renewed commitment to …

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Silviculture on the Superior 1:04:22

1M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Carl Layman, is a Silviclturist on the Laurentian Ranger District of the Superior National Forest. We talk about the challenges and rewards of managing a forest, and how silviculture helps shape the landscapes we love. Integrated Vegetation Management Forest Service SilvicultureBy Host: Brett Ross

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Tracking the Canada Lynx 57:50

3M ago57:50

57:50

Dan Ryan is a Wildlife Biologist on the Laurentian District of the Superior National Forest, and Taylor Brannock is a Biological Science Technician on the Kawishiwi District. They join this episode to talk about tracking and researching that iconic and elusive Northwoods cat, the Canada lynx. Show Notes: Annual Lynx Monitoring Report Draft Lynx Rec…

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Ojibwemowin Place Names 1:22:12

5M ago1:22:12

1:22:12

Erik Redix, Ojibwe Language Coordinator with the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa joins this episode, along with Superior National Forest Archeologist Lee Johnson who returns to Forest North, to talk about the Ojibwe language, or Ojibwemowin, and some of the original place names in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Superior Nat…

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Forest Service Law Enforcement 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Teddy Mullins is a 24 year veteran Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer. He currently serves as Patrol Captain on the Chippewa and Superior National Forests in Minnesota. Show Notes: National Forest Law Enforcement Tipline Superior National Forest RegulationsBy Host: Brett Ross

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Ruffed Grouse Society 48:38

6M ago48:38

48:38

Jeremy Collard and Stefan Nelson from the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society talk about the society's mission to promote forest stewardship and improve habitat for these popular game birds, along with the whole diversity of Forest wildlife. Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society Website…

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Changing Climate on the Autumn Forest 34:36

7M ago34:36

34:36

Steve Robertsen drops by to talk about the slow transition to Autumn in the Northwoods, and what a changing climate can mean for the flora and fauna on the Superior National Forest. https://www.fs.usda.gov/superiorBy Host: Brett Ross

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Friends of the Flathorn-Gegoka Ski Trails 46:31

7M ago46:31

46:31

Nancy Schultz, George Lokken and Jeremy Pischke, with Friends of the Flathorn-Gegoka Ski Trails, drop in to talk about the history and evolution of the oldest ski trail system on the Superior National Forest. Show Notes: Flathorn-Gegoka Ski Trails The Great Minnesota Ski PassBy Host: Brett Ross

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The Dirt on Soil Science 56:15

8M ago56:15

56:15

US Forest Service Soil Scientists Randy Kolka, Jeff Kroll and Dave Morley stop by to talk about their research into how increasing wildfires, and their severity, effect critical peatland ecosystems on the National Forest. Show Notes: Drone footage and story from WDIO - https://www.wdio.com/front-page/top-stories/discovering-the-impact-of-wildfire-o…

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Fall is Afoot on the Forest 40:07

8M ago40:07

40:07

Steve Robertsen, Interpretation and Education Specialist, returns to Forest North talk about the transition to Autumn on the Superior National Forest: birds going south, squirrels going nuts and just why the trees end their season of leaves with such a stunning display of colors. Show Notes:By Host: Brett Ross

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The Student Conservation Association partnership with the Superior National Forest 39:24

9M ago39:24

39:24

On this episode, we’re discussing the Student Conservation Association, the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults. Today we talk about the SCA partnership with the superior National Forest, as we’re joined by Amina Kovacevich, Forest Technician on the LaCroix district. She joins remotely along w…

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MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation and the American Goshawk 1:09:35

10M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Jon Benson, Assistant Recreation Program Manager for the Superior National Forest talks about the MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation partnership, along with Fatihah Muhammad and May Crews, two recent MobilizeGreen interns. Wildlife Biologist Cheron Ferland joins Forest North to talk about studying the American Goshawk, one of our larger birds of prey…

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Dream Job: Wilderness Monitoring on the BWCAW 1:31:59

10M ago1:31:59

1:31:59

Dan Disch returns, along with Tom Roach to talk about the Superior National Forest Wilderness Monitoring Program, and what the data tells us about the modern experience in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Steve Roberts returns to talk about tiny pond critters, and the variety of berries that are thriving in our wet Northwoods summer. Time …

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Fire On The Forest Part 2: The Logistics of Wildland Fire Fighting 58:07

11M ago58:07

58:07

Jamie Chopp, West Zone Fuels Planner on the LaCroix District, and Kawishiwi District Engine Captain and Wildland Firefighter Luke Macho talk about the logistics on the ground and in support of wild land firefighting. Episode Links: National Situation Report – Fires across the Nation Fire Weather Forecast – Briefing info for daily preperation Minnes…

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Summer's arrival in the Northwoods and the fight against Aquatic Invasive Species 58:30

11M ago58:30

58:30

Liz Anderson from Lake County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Matt Santo from the 1854 Treaty Authority join Forest North to talk about Aquatic Invasive Species in our area waters and how to help stop their spread. Steve Robertsen returns to talk about the arrival of summer on the Superior National Forest and some of the new baby critters…

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Fire on the Forest: Superior National Forest Fire strategies and Fire Adapted Communities 55:22

12M ago55:22

55:22

Nicole Selmer, Fire Prevention Specialist with the Kawishiwi Ranger District and Gloria Erickson, Fire Adapted Communities Project Manager with Dovetail Partners, talk about fire strategies on the Superior National Forest. Episode Links: Minnesota Fire Adapted Communities: https://minnesotafac.org/index.php Minnesota DNR Firewise Program Wildland F…

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Make a Living on the Forest: US Forest Service Jobs 30:57

12M ago30:57

30:57

Administrative Operations Specialist Renee Frahm joins Forest North to talk about how to apply for a US Forest Service job and begin a career working on the forest. Episode Links: USAJOBS - The Federal Government's official employment site Classification & Qualifications (opm.gov) Classifying General Schedule Positions (opm.gov) Superior National F…

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North Country Trail Update and Songbird Migration 1:05:50

1y ago1:05:50

1:05:50

The North Country Trail which will stretch 4,800 miles across eight states from North Dakota to Vermont and will traverse the superior national forest along the border route trail, through the wilderness on the Kekekabic Trail and a new section that will bring hikers directly to Ely. We're joined by Matt Davis, Regional Trail Coordinator for the No…

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Life of the USFS Wilderness Crews 46:00

1y ago46:00

46:00

Forest service wilderness crews are a vital part of the management of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Tom Yankowiak from the LaCroix ranger district and Chris Maher from the Kawishiwi District manage those wilderness crews, and today they join us to talk about some of the nitty gritty of the job. A podcast from the Superior National Fore…

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All About Owls on The Superior National Forest 42:27

1y ago42:27

42:27

Wildlife Biologist Dave Grosshuesch joins to talk about owl monitoring efforts and shares field recordings of the key owl species on the Superior National Forest.By Host: Brett Ross

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Camping, Leave No Trace Practices and Seasons in Transition 1:06:40

1y ago1:06:40

1:06:40

This week, Wilderness Operations Lead Megan McClanahan and East Zone Wilderness Specialist Dan Disch join us to talk all things camping on the Superior National Forest. Steve Robertsen also stops by to talk about some sure signs of spring in the Northland. Episode Links: Home - Leave No Trace - Leave No Trace (lnt.org) Interagency Grizzly Bear Comm…

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Volunteers Help the Forest Go Round 59:57

1y ago59:57

59:57

Partnership Coordinator Emily Munter, along with Retired Forest Supervisor Jim Sanders and Northwoods Volunteer Connection Director Jo Swanson discuss the value of volunteerism on The Superior National Forest. Plus, Steve Robertson returns to share an update on his outreach efforts, the early sap run for maple trees and some skunk behavior that’s r…

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Forest History, Archaeology, and the Role of a District Ranger 1:11:23

1y ago1:11:23

1:11:23

February 13th, 2024 is the 125th birthday of the Superior National Forest. In honor of that, Forest Archeologist Lee Johnson joins us to talk forest history. Aaron Kania talks about the role of the District Ranger and gives some updates on the Kawishiwi Ranger District. Episode Links: Timeline of Superior National Forest History-Includes some the r…

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"Go Live" Day for 2024 BWCAW Permits 1:06:19

1+ y ago1:06:19

1:06:19

On Episode 2 of Forest North, we hear from Maggie Whiting, Visitor Services Information Assistant with the Kawishiwi Ranger District, as she talks about the ins and outs of “Go-Live” day for Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness permits, which happens on January 31st. Steve Robertson is back to talk about how low snow cover impacts wildlife, and ho…

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Managing 3.9 million acres of Woods and Waters + Wildlife in January on the Superior National Forest 54:52

1+ y ago54:52

54:52

On this premier episode, Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall gives an overview of the multitude of roles played by members of the the USDA Forest Service – Superior National Forest team. Interpretation and Education Specialist Steve Robertsen talks hibernation and wintertime animal behavior on the National Forest.…

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Episode 1 Preview 1:13

1+ y ago1:13

1:13

Episode 1 of Forest North Premiers on January 9th! Featuring Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall, along with Interpretation and Education Specialist Steve Robertson. Forest North is created by the Ely Area Tourism Bureau, in Partnership with the U.S. Forest Service - Superior National Forest…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

USDA Forest Service Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Forest North

Host: Brett Ross

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Friends of the Superior National Forest 26:32

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Silviculture on the Superior 1:04:22

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Tracking the Canada Lynx 57:50

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Ojibwemowin Place Names 1:22:12

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Forest Service Law Enforcement 1:00:00

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Ruffed Grouse Society 48:38

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Changing Climate on the Autumn Forest 34:36

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Friends of the Flathorn-Gegoka Ski Trails 46:31

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The Dirt on Soil Science 56:15

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Fall is Afoot on the Forest 40:07

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The Student Conservation Association partnership with the Superior National Forest 39:24

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MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation and the American Goshawk 1:09:35

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Dream Job: Wilderness Monitoring on the BWCAW 1:31:59

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Fire On The Forest Part 2: The Logistics of Wildland Fire Fighting 58:07

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Summer's arrival in the Northwoods and the fight against Aquatic Invasive Species 58:30

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Fire on the Forest: Superior National Forest Fire strategies and Fire Adapted Communities 55:22

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Make a Living on the Forest: US Forest Service Jobs 30:57

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North Country Trail Update and Songbird Migration 1:05:50

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Life of the USFS Wilderness Crews 46:00

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All About Owls on The Superior National Forest 42:27

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Camping, Leave No Trace Practices and Seasons in Transition 1:06:40

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Volunteers Help the Forest Go Round 59:57

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Forest History, Archaeology, and the Role of a District Ranger 1:11:23

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"Go Live" Day for 2024 BWCAW Permits 1:06:19

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Managing 3.9 million acres of Woods and Waters + Wildlife in January on the Superior National Forest 54:52

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Episode 1 Preview 1:13