Larry talks with an avid snowshoer about the best trails in the state, plus how to get into the sport. After that, we learn more about the state’s animal.
Featured in this Episode
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Frozen footprints: A guide to snowshoeing in Wisconsin
A version of the snowshoe was invented in 4,000 BCE in Central Asia, and the sport is still alive in Wisconsin today. We talk about the winter activity with a local enthusiast.
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Digging into badger research
Wisconsin is known as the “Badger State,” but most people probably haven’t seen a badger in the wild because they’re most active at night. We talk with a badger researcher to learn more about our state animal.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Darren Bush Guest
- Emily K. Latch Guest
- Jill Nadeau Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
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