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  • Top BWCA Destinations
    2025/05/16

    John and Alex combined have spent over 350 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. 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
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    35 分
  • How Kids Build Grit with Peter Grunawalt
    2025/04/15

    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. 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
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    30 分
  • Trip Story: Adirondack "90-Miler" Canoe Classic with Ben Kerstetter
    2025/03/15

    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. 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
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    16 分
  • The Most Overlooked (and Often Forgotten) Trail Items on Boundary Waters Canoe Trips
    2025/02/15

    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. 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
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    57 分
  • Onward to the Bay! Lessons Learned Paddling from Ely to Hudson Bay with Peter Grunawalt
    2025/01/15

    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. 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
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    24 分
  • Founder Charlie Erdmann's Interview on CampTalk (1998)
    2024/12/15

    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. 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
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    • Work at Camp Voyageur
    • 11 Proven Ways Wilderness Adventure Camps Can Transform Your Kid's Life by Alex Kvanli
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    36 分
  • Paddle Post Archives: War Canoe to Knife Lake (1987)
    2024/11/15

    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. 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
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    6 分
  • Trip Story: A Collection of Memories (ft. Tom McKenna)
    2024/10/15

    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

    "Text us feedback."

    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
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    10 分