The Camp Voyageur Podcast: Recent Episodes
Alex Kvanli, John Burgman
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.
2016 throwback live from the Mess Hall with Trail of Life documentarian John Behnke and Camp Director John Erdmann.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
A throwback episode from 2016 with Blaise Schulten.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
John Burgman and Peter Grunawalt delve into the history of American summer camps.
You might also like:
- Summer Camp: An American Tradition by John Burgman
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Alex and longtime teacher and father of four, Chris Smith, explore how boyhood has evolved in a world where boredom is rare and distractions are endless. From reminiscing about boyhood adventures and the quiet lessons once learned through unsupervised play to confronting modern challenges like smartphones, social media, and shifting ideas of masculinity, they reflect on what’s been gained... and what’s been lost.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
In the 1980s, Camp Voyageur’s founder and longtime director, Charlie Erdmann, wrote an article for the Ely Echo titled “What Has Happened to Camping?” Decades later, his reflections on wilderness, character, and the “total camping experience” feel more relevant than ever.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
One of Camp Voyageur’s most beloved former counselors, Dave Casey, sits down with host John Burgman for a wide-ranging conversation.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
The crew embarked on an eight-day voyage through the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on mighty Lake Superior, exploring crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches, historic landmarks, rugged shorelines, and enchanting sea caves.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
The boys recount the unforgettable trials and tribulations of their recent 4-day adventures in the Boundary Waters.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Get into the nitty gritty of planning and packing for a BWCA summer canoe trip! From gear lists to route tips, seasoned paddlers Alex and John break down what it takes to plan a safe and successful adventure in the Boundary Waters. Links: Packing List & Basic Food Portions.
You might also like:
- 9 Food Hacks You Can Do in the BWCAW by Alex Kvanli
- 8 Golden Rules of Efficient Portaging by Alex Kvanli
- Top 10 Mistakes Made at the Campsite by John Erdmann
- 7 Cool Treasures Found on the Trail by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
John and Alex combined have spent over 550 days exploring the Boundary Waters. They have paddled, portaged, and occasionally misnavigated in just about every corner of the BWCA. They reveal the best Boundary Waters destinations to plan your next trip around.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
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- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Grit: a combination of perseverance and courage. To not simply deal with being uncomfortable at times, but to actively seek out opportunities and challenges which push the comfort zone.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
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- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Ben has an eye-opening experience in New York following his summer of guiding trips into the Boundary Waters.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Alex and John are back to share tips on gear, preparation, and maximizing the wilderness experience.
You might also like:
- The Biggest Boundary Waters Myths... BUSTED! with Alex and John
- Boundary Waters Gear Hacks with Alex and John
- 9 Food Hacks You Can Do in the BWCAW by Alex Kvanli
- 8 Golden Rules of Efficient Portaging by Alex Kvanli
- 9 Newbie BWCAW Camping Questions Answered—Simply and Honestly by John Burgman
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Peter Grunawalt recounts his 39-day paddle to Hudson Bay alongside fellow Camp Voyageur alumni Elliot Keller, Charlie Steiner, and friend Matt Fossand. Setting off on June 15th, 2014, from the shores of Camp's bay, the team navigated rugged landscapes, wild rivers, and vast wilderness, arriving in Northeastern Canada on July 20th. Peter shares the challenges, triumphs, and life lessons gained from their extraordinary expedition.
Check out their route here and trip video here.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
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- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Charlie was known for his larger-than-life persona and stories, wisdom, and love for teaching. But don’t take my word for it, hear it “straight from the horse’s mouth”, as Charlie would say!
You might also like:
- Wise Words From Our Past by Peter Grunawalt
- A Freedom Almost Forgotten by Peter Grunawalt
- Summer Camp: An American Tradition by John Burgman
- Charlie-isms by Chris Smith
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Another throwback trip story from the pages of an old Paddle Post newspaper. Story by Mike Zwirn.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Longtime camper Tom McKenna recounts some highlights of his many trail adventures, including some experiences that took place in the rugged Alaskan backcountry after Camp.
See also:
- Alumni Complete Canoe Trip Expedition in the Wilds of Canada by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Grab a front-row seat as Alex shares stories from his crew's epic trip and the preparation involved. Don't forget to check out his trip video!
The Wabakimi Provincial Park in Ontario offers world-class wilderness canoeing and fishing. After two days of whitewater canoe training, the crew rode a train into the park, embarking on a 12-day adventure traveling deep into Wabakimi. The park encompasses 10,000 lakes and a network of rivers and streams that provide nearly 1,000 miles of paddling routes. The park is pure northern grandeur, home to woodland caribou, eagles, and excellent pike, walleye, and lake trout fishing.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Veteran campers Ben and Huck share what it's like being a Camp Voyageur Olympic Captain, hiking in the mountains of Montana, paddling from Ely to Lake Superior, portaging over the 8.5-mile Grand Portage, & more.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Join Ben and Ben live in the Mess Hall where campers and staff share hilarious stories of fish, epic trips, and current events. John Erdmann closes the show with two songs you can't miss.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Co-hosts Alex and John discuss some of the biggest “myths” about camping in the Boundary Waters, including common misconceptions related to portaging, weather, trail food, and more.
See also:
- 8 Boundary Waters Canoe Tripping Myths Debunked by Alex Kvanli
- 9 Newbie BWCAW Camping Questions Answered—Simply and Honestly by John Burgman
- Top 10 Mistakes Made at the Campsite by John Erdmann
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
A story about the time-honored camp day-trip of bushwhacking into Mystery Lake. Story by Jack Davidson and John Ranson.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Jim ponders how his tripping philosophy has changed since the 1960s and describes his visit with Dorothy Molter, the last permanent, non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Ned Brandt recalls how the war canoe could be a heavy, cumbersome, water-logged vessel on the trail—but also how its size allowed for moving very fast across the water when absolutely necessary.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Charlie draws upon his experience raising four boys, camp counseling, and leading 100+ camping trips.
See also:
- 5 Things Every Prepared Parent Needs to Know About Summer Camp by Alex Kvanli
- 9 Parenting Tactics We Use At Camp to Help Raise Successful Kids by Deb Erdmann
- 9 Newbie BWCAW Camping Questions Answered—Simply and Honestly by John Burgman
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Camp alumnus Tom McKenna recalls the camp programming of the 1960s, the memorable Greencastle and Monmouth cohorts of campers, and one of the most legendary “Voyageur Firsts.”
See also:
- 1960s: Changing with the Changing Times by John Burgman
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Dale Reckman reflects on a trip from the mid-1970s during which the solution to a particular dilemma resided in an unlikely place—on the muddy shoreline.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Ned recounts his fond memories of Coach, a certain infamous trunk, Charlie Erdmann, and growing up at summer camp.
See also:
- 1980s: New Names, Same Voyageur Spirit by John Burgman
- The Trail of Life Documentary by John Behnke
- 1980s photo gallery
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Alex and John discuss some of the highlights from the recently concluded camp season, including pre-camp preparations, in-camp activities, and trail adventures. (Plus, Alex shares details and dates about the upcoming 2024 summer camp season!)
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Camp alumnus Greg Lippert recalls having to improvise when it came to eating well on the trail.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Former counselor Joe Baumann reflects on an overly ambitious trip to Nibin Lake and Bibon Lake—known as “Nibin & Bibon” in Camp Voyageur lore.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Bryan and Kyle share their 415-mile canoe expedition from Farm Lake to Minneapolis.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Dale Reckman was a camper for a couple of years in the mid-1970s, and he has continued to enjoy and explore the wilderness of Northern Minnesota ever since. In fact, he has spent a total of more than 300 nights in the Boundary Waters and the Quetico...and has acquired a lot of wisdom along the way.
See also:
- A True Well-Rounded Education by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Greg Lippert attended Camp for a series of years that spanned the late 1960s and early 1970s. Almost immediately, he developed an affinity for the trail and became an avid fisherman. But more broadly, his time at Camp was marked by the historic happenings of the Vietnam War era, a unique and unprecedented time to be a camper.
See also:
- Summer Camp: An American Tradition by John Burgman
- A Freedom Almost Forgotten by Peter Grunawalt
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Former camper and counselor Ned Yonkers recalls a trail dinner mishap...and its feared consequences.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Alex and John share some of their favorite gear tips.
See also:
- 9 Food Hacks You Can Do in the BWCAW by Alex Kvanli
- 8 Golden Rules of Efficient Portaging by Alex Kvanli
- 3 Musts in the BWCA by Hal Holmes
- Top 10 Mistakes Made at the Campsite by John Erdmann
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Otto's passion for the outdoors included his Camp Voyageur summer experience in 1974. His love for the outdoors led to a 30+ year career in outdoor recreation/education and wildlife conservation.This included working for Indiana University's Bradford Woods Outdoor Education Center, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. After all the time that has passed since being a Voyageur camper, he still considers the experience one of his most cherished memories. His son also attended Voyageur in 2016.
See also:
- Staying Inside Could Harm the Environment by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
A fishing story for the ages...from the pages of an old Paddle Post newspaper. Story by David Millett.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Joe Baumann was a counselor for many years, starting in 2007. His time at Camp included evolving from a total newbie to a renowned trail leader and trip enthusiast. But he also learned to embrace the quieter, easier times at Camp—and the special trail moments that are so hard to explain with words.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
An audio exploration of one of Camp's most meaningful traditions.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Why are we drawn to the Boundary Waters?
See also:
- Nature's Effect on our Brains and Well-being by Alex Kvanli
- How Wilderness Adventures Foster Lifelong Success by Alex Kvanli
- Beyond the Tower by John Erdmann
- Bring Nature Indoors by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Ned started coming to Camp when he was 9 years old back in 2004. He made the long journey from New Hampshire to Ely every summer until 2018. From overnight trips to long expeditions in remote wilderness, Ned fell in love with the outdoors while at Camp, and forged some of his tightest bonds while on the trail. He now works as a university space planner in Boston, Massachusetts.
See also:
- 10 Tips for Preventing Homesickness by Alex Kvanli
- 9 Parenting Tactics We Use at Camp to Help Raise Successful Kids by Deb Erdmann
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Sometimes finding something really small on the trail can have a really big impact on the overall experience.
See also:
- 7 Cool Treasures Found on the Trail by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
- Find us on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube
- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
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- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
Dylan is Camp Voyageur's Trip Director and has spent over 200 days paddling in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Hailing from the Twin Cities, he is currently a senior at the University of Wisconsin-Stout studying computer and electrical engineering. In his free time he loves to tinker, design, and make everything from canoe paddles to custom circuitry.
See also:
- 9 Food Hacks You Can Do in the BWCAW by Alex Kvanli
- 8 Golden Rules of Efficient Portaging by Alex Kvanli
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Can't get enough?
- Read our blog
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- Enroll your son at Camp Voyageur
- Work at Camp Voyageur
- 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
What makes a campsite great? That’s actually a pretty loaded question!
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.
Do you remember crossing your first portage? For any outdoors enthusiast, it’s a rite of passage unlike any other.
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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & 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.