On this episode of the Forest North Podcast, we hear from Willy Tully, External Relations Director of Wilderness Inquiry, about breaking down barriers to the outdoors. We explore how their programs connect people to nature, public lands, and each other through stories of inclusion and adventure. Discover how Wilderness Inquiry is making wild places accessible for all.

Show Notes:

• Wilderness Inquiry website
• Canoemobile page
• Blog featuring Wilderness Inquiry / Forest Service partnership
• Blog featuring a youth trip to the BWCA
• Follow Wilderness Inquiry on social:
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildernessInquiry/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildernessinquiry/
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wilderness-inquiry/
• Superior National Forest
• Visit Ely MN Podcasts

Charley Langowski is the Executive Director of Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps, a Minnesota-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving historic structures and landscapes while developing the next generation of preservation professionals. Through hands-on training and meaningful service projects, Northern Bedrock provides young adults with pathways into traditional trades and cultural resource management.

Show Notes:

About Us | Northern Bedrock

Program | Northern Bedrock

Halfway Ranger Station | Northern Bedrock

Superior National Forest

On this episode, Kawishiwi District Ranger Aaron Kania returns, along with Nickie Johnny, and Brian Leitinger who are both part of the Forest Service’s National Incident Management Organization, or NIMO. They join me to talk about the Jenkins Creek Fire that touched off in early May on the Forest, southeast of Hoyt Lakes.

Show Notes:

National Incident Management Organization (NIMO)