The Camp Voyageur Podcast
By Alex Kvanli, John Burgman
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Episodes: 47
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli and John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, and reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips and advice. Whether you’re a former camper, a current camper, or an adventure enthusiast looking to improve your Boundary Waters experience, there’s something for everyone in each episode.
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John Behnke & Erdmann on the Good Ol' Days at Camp Voyageur
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Feb 15, 2026 |
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Stretching Your Limits, Personal Growth Through Camping, & Working With At-Risk Youth Outdoors
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Jan 15, 2026 |
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The History and Heritage of Summer Camp: An American Tradition
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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How Boyhood Has (and Hasn't) Changed with Chris Smith
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Nov 15, 2025 |
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What Has Happened to Camping? By Charlie Erdmann
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Dave Casey on Meeting Sig Olson, Being an Outdoor Educator, & Recognizing the Fragility of the Boundary Waters
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Kayaking the Apostle Islands with Mike Whaley
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Aug 15, 2025 |
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LIVE from the Boundary Waters: Canoe Trips through Kids’ Eyes
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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How to Prepare for a Boundary Waters Trip
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Jun 15, 2025 |
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Top BWCA Destinations
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May 16, 2025 |
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How Kids Build Grit with Peter Grunawalt
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Trip Story: Adirondack "90-Miler" Canoe Classic with Ben Kerstetter
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Mar 15, 2025 |
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The Most Overlooked (and Often Forgotten) Trail Items on Boundary Waters Canoe Trips
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Feb 15, 2025 |
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Onward to the Bay! Lessons Learned Paddling from Ely to Hudson Bay with Peter Grunawalt
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Founder Charlie Erdmann's Interview on CampTalk (1998)
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Dec 15, 2024 |
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Paddle Post Archives: War Canoe to Knife Lake (1987)
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Nov 15, 2024 |
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Trip Story: A Collection of Memories (ft. Tom McKenna)
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Oct 15, 2024 |
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12 Days in Wabakimi Provincial Park, Ontario
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Sep 15, 2024 |
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Big Trips & CV Olympic Highlights with Ben, Ben, & Huck
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Jul 15, 2024 |
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LIVE Late Nights with Camp Voyageur
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Jun 15, 2024 |
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The Biggest Boundary Waters Myths... BUSTED!
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May 16, 2024 |
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Paddle Post Archives: The Sirens of Eskwagama (2001)
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Apr 15, 2024 |
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Jim Nicholson on 50 Years of Canoe Trips, Meeting the Root Beer Lady, & Saving the Boundary Waters
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Mar 15, 2024 |
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Trip Story: Racing a Storm (ft. Ned Brandt)
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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Charles Erdmann on Parenting Today's Kids, Developing Their Personalities, & Tips for Taking Them Camping (Without Screens)
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Jan 15, 2024 |
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Tom McKenna on Appreciating Leadership at Camp, Working Up to “Great Big Trips,” & Discovering Serendipitous Camp Connections Later in Life
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Dec 15, 2023 |
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Trip Story: Digging Deep (ft. Dale Reckman)
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Nov 15, 2023 |
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Ned Brandt on Camp in the Late 1980s, His Unique Connection, & Lessons Learned
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Oct 19, 2023 |
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2023 Summer Recap
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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Trip Story: The Ultimate Protein Diet (ft. Greg Lippert)
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Aug 30, 2023 |
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Trip Story: Almost There (ft. Joe Baumann)
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Jul 01, 2023 |
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Trip Story: Paddling from Ely to Minneapolis with Bryan Halverson & Kyle Emmans
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Jun 10, 2023 |
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Dale Reckman on Camp Donuts, Perfect Rocks, & The Value of Lifelong Learning
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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Greg Lippert on Benefitting from the Small-Group Dynamic, Gaining Proficiency on the Trail, & Attending Camp During the Tumultuous 1960s
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May 14, 2023 |
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Trip Story: Strange Sounds (ft. Ned Yonkers)
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Apr 30, 2023 |
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Boundary Waters Gear Hacks
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Apr 16, 2023 |
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Otto Jose On His Career in Conservation, Introducing Kids to the Outdoors, & Chasing Mountain Lions
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Apr 01, 2023 |
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Paddle Post Archives: Horse Lake (1959)
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Mar 15, 2023 |
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Joe Baumann on Pickleball, Photography, & the "Magical Meditation" of BWCAW Canoeing
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Mar 01, 2023 |
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Crossing Paddles
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Feb 15, 2023 |
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Need for Nature
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Feb 01, 2023 |
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Ned Yonkers on Shared Experiences, The Upside of Homesickness, & The Key to Feeling a Sense of Belonging
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Jan 15, 2023 |
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Loot
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Dec 30, 2022 |
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Dylan Jackson on Type 2 Fun, Outdoor Crafts, Untying Knots, Packing Small, & Portaging & Cooking Efficiently
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Dec 15, 2022 |
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Great Campsites
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Nov 30, 2022 |
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Doug Merriman on Exploring New Places, Canoeing Expeditions, Living with the Ojibway, Building & Racing Canoes, & Inspiring Others
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Nov 16, 2022 |
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First Portage
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Nov 01, 2022 |