Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast

We're diving into the life of Kristian Birkeland as an ahead of his time and under appreciated Norwegian scientist and inventor who unlocked some of the final mysteries that explained the origins of the aurora borealis.  Along the way we talk about rail-guns, fertilizer furnaces and a business partner turned nemesis.  Before you can truly […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – The No...

We are talking about the extraordinary winter conditions on the lakes and trails this week along with the current fishing conditions on Clearwater Lake and the Gunflint Trail in general + + bonus perch action that had us considering click-baiting this episode. Also, an update on the update of the recreation.gov system.  Plus, we will […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – BWCA Permit...

Join Adam and Natalie as they make the trek out to the Hegman Lake pictographs and try and make sense of what they find there. Brought to you by bottom critters, wintermakers, and Bent Paddle Beer. Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Twitter Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Music […] The post Tumbleho...

Ever wonder where the Clearwater palisades came from? We are joined by Tori this week to discuss the basics of geology in the BWCA and where some of the more prominent features came from.  From the mid-continent rift to volcanoes on the north shore to the logan intrusion and even the Duluth Complex, its only […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – The Geologist Wife appeared first on...

We're setting up and reviewing our Snowtrekker EXP Basecamp 4 person tent this week. Join us as we explore all of the things that make this wall tent one of our favorites, including keeping us nice and toasty on the cold winter nights in the BWCA. Show Notes: Snowtrekker Tents Upgraded Guy Out System Subscribe: […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – Snowtrekker Canvas Tent Review app...

It's a solstice miracle!  Recorded from inside a Snowtrekker canvas wall tent like we promised.  We're talking about the who, what, where, when and why's of traveling in the Boundary Waters during the winter months. Whether for the day or the week we are here to help you enjoy your time spent in the great […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – Winter in the BWCA appeared first on Cle...

It's the off season on tumblehome! We're on a "local lake" chasing down tip-ups, getting our winter legs under us and collecting winter meats. Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Happy Paddling! The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – The Madness of Winter app...

Erik and Adam are wrapping up the first season of their open water adventures on this weeks show. They hear from fellow paddlers about their experiences in the park this year as well. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Song Credit:Komiku-Level 10:Finally Toget...

Erik and Adam travel back in time and talk about their trip from last year to the infamous "Man Chain" in Quetico Provincial Park. It is a favorite route of theirs and they review why they love it. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Wa...

Erik and Adam are popping champagne in anticipation of wedding bells and reminiscing their hay days in Quetico and Batchewaung Lake. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Happy Paddling! The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 038: Batchewaung Boy appear...

So it has come to this, a top ten episode…We rank our top ten favorite vistas in the Quetico-Superior wilderness and beyond, read listener responses to the QOTW, talk about chee hoos and ramble about fantasy hockey. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters […] The p...

It's a lake review episode this week as Erik and Adam talk about Daniels Lake. A truly dark horse entry point in the Vento unit has a lot to offer including nice campsites, crazy smallmouth bass fishing and the potential for hauntings. Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast...

Erik and Adam talk about one of the best parts of camping in the BWCA; campfires. They share some of their rules for gathering and burning wood within the park. Are you a wood gnome or wood goblin? Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Wa...

Erik and Adam talk about garbage bag windows, paint swatch names, crow hunting, and how to best cook a woodcock beak. I thought this was supposed to be a boundary waters podcast? Subscribe: Patreon Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Happy Paddling! The post Tumblehome: A Boundar...

Its a strange one this week on Tumblehome as Erik and Adam talk about some of their most inexplicable experiences in the park and get to the stories of fellow paddlers. Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters Happy Paddling! The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast –...

This week Erik and Adam discuss at length everything that has to do with West Pike Lake its campsites, fishing and hiking opportunities. Also discussed are cacheing up supplies for cabin construction in the park and stupid gifts. Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe Outfitters […]...

Erik and Adam try to figure out why the BWCA exists and why they and others are continually drawn back to the woods and waters of the vast wilderness. Where Quetico got it's name and general disparagement of the Mall of America are discussed as well. Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 031: It is Known appeared...

Join Erik and Adam this week as they record live from the field over their two day trip into the BWCA and Hairy Lake PMA.  They review their stay on Snipe Lake and their thoughts on traveling about in the deep woods of a primitive management area and the pains and joys that come along […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 030: Hairy Lake PMA appeared first on Clearwater Outfitters .

Its boat show time this week on the show as Erik and Adam talk at length about their canoes and get to the bevy of responses from fellow paddlers on their boat of choice. A mystery, a poem and our lack of knowledge of aquavit as well. 7 Generations Film Kickstarter Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 029: Its Boat Show Time! appeared first on Cle...

This week Erik and Adam are all over the place discussing wildfires, old timey instructional canoeing videos and the "shake out" method of rescuing a swamped canoe, but mostly Primitive Management Areas of the BWCA. Canoeing by Reg Blomfield Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: The Answering Machine: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe […...

Erik and Adam test out their muck boots in a controlled capsize scenario, discuss the zodiac calendar and the Marauders Map. They also talk at length about changes to the rules and regulations of the BWCA and the suggestions from listeners on the question of the week.  Longest episode ever! Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 027: The Acou...

Erik and Adam recap a big day trip into the park and why they love the day trip option during the summer months with an ethical question along the way. We go in depth on Rose Lake, its campsites and fishing options and check for messages on the answering machine. Rose Lake Campsite Reviews Rose […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 026: Rose Lake appeared first on Clearwater Outfitt...

Erik and Adam settle the score on wet footing versus dry footing across the portages of the Boundary Waters. A recap of a nice day trip in the park and some interesting geology discoveries. Plus, how much salt will kill you? Want to skip the cold open?  Start at (5:38). Save the Boundary Waters Sportsmen […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 025: Right Foot, Left Foot, Wet Foot, Dry...

Feel free to tag along with Erik and Adam this week on their two night trip into the BWCA over the 4th of July. In this generally free form episode we explore Brule Lake and take a nice day trip to Town Lake to test out a new pup in the canoe and the theory […] The post Tumblehome: A Boundary Waters Podcast – 024: The Circus Comes to Brule appeared first on Clearwater Outfitters .

On this hefty podcast Erik and Adam are talking bears and how to protect your food and camp from their sneaky tricks. The QOTW got a ton of fun stories and interesting techniques. Plus, our first ever Fact-Checker Hotline caller! Subscribe: Patreon iTunes Stitcher Google Play Soundcloud Contact: Fact-Checker Hotline: (218) 481-0649 Facebook tumblehomecast@gmail.com Clearwater Canoe […] The post Tu...