For people who are curious about communities on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Join our host, Lacey Squier, for juicy conversations with area residents and all who have a heart-home “up north.” We offer dialogue about what gives northeastern Minnesota the edge, as well as some real talk about the sometimes-sharp edges of living in remote and rural locations.
Join Lacey for a quick chat with Potluck Kitchenware owner, Kelsey Lee, about why she uses the Clifton StrengthsFinder tool, how it’s helped her at work and in her collaborations, and why they both think adopting a strengths-mindset is beneficial to individuals, teams, and communities. Continue the conversation by listening to a companion episode featuring Abby Dare, who has a different take on why the use of the strengths tool is beneficial. Boundary Waters Connect Ely for ...
2 Nov 2026
Navigating Change with Resilience
Join Lacey in a quick chat with The Meadows Gallery & Studios owner, Abby Dare, about why she uses the Clifton StrengthsFinder tool – how it’s helped her at work and in her friendships, and why they both think Wilderness-edge communities should adopt a strengths mindset. Show notes: Boundary Waters Connect Ely for Ely Leadership Workshop Registration Link The Meadows Gallery & Studios Send us a voice message!
26 Oct 2026
Orr-Round the World & the West Side of the Wilderness
Leah Rogne, a life-long agent of social change, joins Lacey in conversation about the communities on the western edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness – those that neighbor Voyageurs National Park, Kabetogama Lake, and the Ash River Trail. Settle in and join us the discussion on the profound importance of so-called third spaces for authentic community connections and more! Show notes: Boundary Waters Connect Voyageurs National Park International People’s College - An I...
8 Oct 2026
Yoga at the End of the Road
Join Lacey in conversation with Erika Peterson as they discuss Erika's experiences living in Ely, what her yoga practice has meant for her, and what she’s looking forward to about her big move to Grand Marais. Erika has been practicing, teaching, and a student of yoga since 2011. In all of her classes at End of the Road Yoga Erika has emphasized breath and body connection. Show notes: End of the Road Yoga Studio in Ely, MN Insula Restaurant Mayhem Mending M Baxley on W...
18 Sept 2026
WELY & the Positive Power of Local Radio
Join Terri Pylka, general manager of WELY Radio, and Lacey as they talk about the positive power of local media, the joys of living in a tourist town, and how to look forward to the forthcoming winter (spoiler: it’s all about settling in early and the soft clothes). Terri is a third-generation Ely area resident – born, and raised in the Northwoods she still calls home. Passionate about local radio and the power of connection, Terri loves using WELY's airwaves to celebrate the people, bu...
19 Aug 2026
Get a Guide and Go! Boundary Waters Trip Report
Host Lacey Squier and her husband, Eric Glasson, describe their recent eleven-day Boundary Waters canoe trip, featuring back country angling, lots of paddling and portaging, a moose, and an abundance of blueberries. They describe what it was like to help call in a new wildfire and witness a USFS d'Havilland beaver float plane drop off wildland firefighters in front of their campsite. All this, and more! A great listen for anyone seeking to reminisce about past trips, and anyone who is curious...
28 Jul 2026
Hidden Costs: Ely Wildfires Part 3
Part 3 of our mini series responding to the 2026 July lightning wildfires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. M Baxley from Grand Marais returns to explore the experience of living on the edge of the Wilderness at this particular time. (This episode was recorded on Thursday, July 23, 2026.) Dancing on the Edge with M Baxley (Wilderness Edge Podcast episode 3) Big Think on Joy (>7 minute YouTube video) Ely Community Response (Online hub for Ely Community Respon...
22 Jul 2026
Wildfire Management
Part 2 of our mini series responding to the 2026 July lightning wildfires in the BWCA Wilderness and beyond. We’ll have a conversation with our friend and neighbor Aaron Kania, an expert in wildfire management and former US Forest Service Kawishiwi District Ranger (now in retirement). We’ll discuss how these fires got started, how they’re being fought, the logistics of managing wildfires, and the reality of fire on the landscape. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS: 1:49 | Introducing Aaron...
21 Jul 2026
Ely Community Wildfire Response
Join a conversation with a couple folks with boots on the ground related to the Ely area community’s response to the “July 2026 Lightning Incident," a complex of wildfires in the BWCA Wilderness and beyond that have initiated ready-set-go evacuation protocol for many of our friends and neighbors. Bria Schurke is an emergency medicine physicians assistant who was born and raised in Ely. Her diverse career includes a stint of wildland firefighting, and periods of time abroad working in p...
17 Jul 2026
"Livin' la Vida Ely" with Stony River Band
Tune into a conversation with members of Stony River, an Ely-based string band. Stony River’s sound is a lively blend of country, soul, and grass; their songs are heartfelt, down-to-earth, and guaranteed to get your heart grooving and your feet moving. Nick Allen, Nick Holtz, Dillon Wilkins, and Zeb Butterfield have been making music together for over a decade. Their performances showcase their proficiency on the strings as well as the joy of playing side by side. Stony River Album Rele...
2 Jul 2026
Ely Tourism Must-Do’s
Visiting Ely? Let regional residents tell you what to do while you're in the area! Olivia, Dovid, Austin, and Jacob talk through the Ely area tourism MUST-DO's as suggested by the Tuesday Group audience. Eager to get to a specific topic? Here's the breakdown: 1:30 | Jacob, Olivia, Dovid, & Austin introduce themselves 9:08 | The Ely audience is passionate and interactive; they go beyond surface level. 11:23 | Word of mouth makes the world go 'round. 13:00 | Discussing theme...
25 Jun 2026
Fibers of Our Being
Grace Klein joins Lacey Squier in conversation about her mutli-faceted journey to life in Ely, including a background in pattern and paper making. Grace is a fiber artist in all senses of the word. They discuss the positive power of reading, and how that shows up in life on the edge of the Wilderness. This conversation includes the following highlights: Introducing Grace -- YMCA Camp Du Nord, Wintergreen Northern Wear, & more.How did Grace become interested in apparel design a...
5 Jun 2026
Making Friends: Trials, Tribulations, & Triumphs
Welcome to Wilderness Edge, a podcast for people who are curious about communities on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The conversations on this podcast cultivate critical thinking about a broad range of topics relevant to our region and beyond. In this episode we discuss the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of making friends as adults – particularly as people who recently relocated to a new community. Join me, Lacey Squier, in conversation with my friends ...
21 May 2026
Dancing on the Edge
Let's explore the similarities and differences between the Grand Marais and Ely communities, as well as the wisdom of moving our bodies with M Baxley. M Baxley is the creative genius Bear Witness Media based out of Grand Marais. They also do media work for Paddle & Portage. Show notes: Boundary Waters Connect sponsors the Wilderness Edge Podcast. The Story of Us is a short film about about the joys and challenges of relocating and building community on the edge of the Bounda...
6 May 2026
Love of Gear & Fishing in the Boundary Waters
In this episode we’ll explore the joys and challenges of backcountry fishing, canoe camping, and hunting in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with Eric Glasson. Eric is an avid sportsman who is “obsessed with all things Boundary Waters, Quetico and backcountry fishing and canoe camping.” He loves to share what he has learned and teach others the glory of backcountry canoe travel, camping and fishing via his YouTube channel FarWater. Show notes: Boundary Waters Connect spo...
6 May 2026
The Genius of Juicy Conversation
In this episode we’ll explore what makes for juicy conversation with Abby Dare and Johannah Scarlet – two exceptionally talented conversationalists. Abby is a water colorist, community facilitator, and comedian who co-owns The Meadows Gallery & Studios. Johannah (also known as Joh) works in the commercial and film industry, and moonlights as an esoteric leader and tarot reader. You’re going to want to hear what this unique triad has to say about life on the edge [of the Wilderness]! ...
3 May 2026
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