Explore Minnesota More
Stories about the outdoor recreation experience in Minnesota.
New episodes every other Thursday!
Have an idea for a show? Let us know! Contact: randolph.briley@state.mn.us
Podcasting since 2024 • 33 episodes
Explore Minnesota More
Latest Episodes
Stories from the Great Minnesota Get-Together
What happens when you bring the spirit of Minnesota’s outdoors to the middle of the State Fair? In this special episode of Explore Minnesota More, hosts Sarah Strommen and Lauren Bennett McGinty set up at the DNR booth to capture real ...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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18:10
Seven Species in 35 Minutes: Fishing the Mississippi at Fort Snelling
This special field episode of Explore Minnesota More takes you to the banks of the Mississippi River at Fort Snelling, where hosts Sarah Strommen and Randolph Briley join Tyler Winter of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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53:06
Game Fair: 44 Years of Tradition, Conservation, and Family Fun
For over four decades, Game Fair has been a can’t-miss event for Minnesota’s hunting, conservation, and outdoor communities. In this episode of Explore Minnesota More, hosts Sarah Strommen...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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33:45
Untamed Dividend: Minnesota’s Outdoor Economy in Focus
In this special episode, we dive deep into the newly released 2025 Minnesota Outdoor Recreation Economic Impact Report. This isn’t just a conversation about lakes, trails, and gear—it’s about jobs, GDP, and the powerful ripple effect outdoor re...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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19:34
The Trolls Around Detroit Lakes!
In this episode, Lauren Bennett McGinty (Explore Minnesota) and Sarah Strommen (MN Department of Natural Resources) head into the whimsical woods of Becker County to uncover the story behind one of Minnesota’s most magical attractions: the Thom...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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46:59
