In this episode of Gear’d Up North, host Jared Petrie heads out on the Rainy River for a day of fishing and storytelling with Chanda Gebhardt — a powerhouse in Minnesota’s outdoor community.

Owner of Fairview Gardens in Sauk Rapids, MN, philanthropist, outdoor mentor, and proud board member of Women Anglers of Minnesota (WAM), Chanda’s passion for the outdoors runs deep. Between landing walleyes and swapping stories aboard Sarah Greene’s Ranger boat, Chanda opens up about the people who’ve inspired her, the programs she’s poured her heart into, and how she’s influencing the next generation of women anglers across the Midwest.

We talk about her work with Mandatory Fun Outdoors, guiding lady veterans on annual fishing and pheasant hunting trips, her features in Adventuress Magazine, and why service and community connection matter just as much as the catch.

Hit play for an episode packed with inspiration, Northwoods adventure, and the kind of good company you wish you had on every fishing trip.

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Episode 012: Walleyes, Women Anglers & Northwoods Tales with Sarah Greene

In this episode of Gear’d Up North, host Jared Petrie sits down with Minnesota native, tournament angler, and outdoor storyteller Sarah Greene. Owner of BarbedWire Productions and a proud member of Women Anglers of Minnesota (WAM), Sarah is making waves in the world of competitive fishing while inspiring the next generation of women on the water.

After battling walleyes and sturgeon in the SJR500 on the Rainy River, Jared joins Sarah aboard her Ranger boat, Monkey Business, for a laid-back day of fishing, stories, and laughs. They dive into Sarah’s passion for fishing, her journey in the outdoor world, and the importance of strong, women-driven communities like WAM.

Along the way, they give well-deserved shoutouts to local favorites Timbuktu Marine in Cook, MN, and Thousand Lakes Sporting Goods in Grand Rapids, MN — the heartbeat of the Northwoods fishing community.

Connect with Sarah Greene on Facebook and find out more about the gear she uses, the tournaments she loves, and the sponsors that help fuel her passion for the outdoors.

Hit play, gear up, and join us for an unforgettable ride on this episode of Gear’d Up North!

In this episode of Gear’d Up North, co-hosts Martin Ringeisen and Jared Petrie sit down with Josh Holden and Dylan Runge from Root River Archery — one of Southeast Wisconsin's premier bow shops and mobile hunting hubs.

They dive into the story behind the shop, the services they offer, their indoor and outdoor ranges, and the top-tier brands they support. Josh and Dylan share their approach to customer service, what makes their shop a standout in the hunting community, and how they stay connected with their customers year-round.

And of course, we break down everything you need to know about Demo Days — an awesome, family-friendly event packed with hands-on experiences, gear testing, expert advice from veteran mobile hunters, and prize giveaways from some of the biggest names in the business. Sign up today.

Whether you’re a seasoned bowhunter or just getting into the mobile hunting game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.