Best Mountain Bike Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Plattsburgh mayoral debate, Adirondack North Country Pride, ADK trail conditions 29:43

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(Oct 11, 2024) The two candidates hoping to become Plattsburgh's next mayor participated in a debate earlier this week; a Pride event in Plattsburgh is giving the North Country's queer community a space to be out and proud; and John Warren checks in with trail conditions in the Adirondacks this weekend.…

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10/11/24: Celebrating Pride in Plattsburgh 10:04

18h ago10:04

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(Oct 11, 2024) It can feel isolating being gay, lesbian, bi, trans, or questioning in a rural place, where there are fewer resources and places for like-minded people to gather. That's why the Adirondack North Country Pride Festival in Plattsburgh makes a difference. Also: The candidates to be Plattsburgh's next mayor faced off in a debate this wee…

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10/10/24: The Socialist presidential candidate visits Potsdam 10:00

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(Oct 10, 2024) Third parties are all but forgotten in this year's presidential election. But that doesn't mean they're not campaigning. A Socialist candidate for president came to Potsdam recently to recruit college students to the cause. Also: A preview of a hometown concert for world-class jazz vibraphonist Tim Collins in Plattsburgh on Sunday.…

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Third-party candidate visits Potsdam, North Country art teacher, Quadro Nuevo preview 29:33

13h ago29:33

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(Oct 10, 2024) A third-party presidential candidate who visited Potsdam last week says her visit wasn't about getting votes; a potter and art teacher shares his love of creativity and clay with North Country at Work; and we preview world-class vibraphonist and Plattsburgh native Tim Collins' performance with his band, Quadro Nuevo, Sunday at the St…

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Big Tupper auction, NY National Guard deploys to NC, Dickinson Center poet 29:30

11h ago29:30

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(Oct 9, 2024) The Big Tupper ski area will go up for foreclosure auction next month after years of uncertainty about its future; New York National Guard members are among those deployed to the Hurricane Helene relief effort in the southeast; and a conversation with Jim Bourey, the "poet laureate of Dickinson Center," whose latest poems are all abou…

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10/9/24: An iron mine poet 10:03

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(Oct 9, 2024) Inspiration for poetry comes from everywhere. For Franklin County poet Jim Bourey, it comes from the old iron mines in Lyon Mountain. Also: The former Big Tupper ski area is up for foreclosure auction.By NCPR News

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10/8/24: Making the Adirondacks more inclusive 10:02

1d ago10:02

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(Oct 8, 2024) Many white New Yorkers see the Adirondacks as a treasured place to recreate and enjoy the outdoors. But many people of color say they don't have the same connection to the park. An event in Blue Mountain Lake hopes to make the Adirondacks more welcoming for all. Also: A visit to the clocktower of Westport's library, where a mechanical…

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Outdoor inclusivity in the ADKs, Watertown voter event, Capitol courtyard pigeons 29:51

1d ago29:51

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(Oct 8, 2024) A festival in the Adirondacks is hoping to make the outdoors more inclusive through recreation education; a group in Jefferson County is hosting a voter information event on Tuesday evening; and New York spent $9 million renovating a historic courtyard in the Capitol building. But it's not getting used yet because of pigeons.…

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Berlin, Budapest and Mexico 14:12

1d ago14:12

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Catherine meets a couple who tell her about finding love in Budapest and living in Berlin Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible an…

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10/7/24: Democrat Paula Collins 9:55

2d ago9:55

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(Oct 7, 2024) Democrat Paula Collins faces steep odds against Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik in the race for New York's 21st Congressional District. She hopes she can attract voters disillusioned with former President Donald Trump � and by extension, Stefanik. Also: The American Association of University Women is holding a non-partisan vot…

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Paula Collins profile, Westport clocktower, Adirondack artist 29:29

2d ago29:29

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(Oct 7, 2024) Democrat Paula Collins faces steep odds against Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik in the race for New York's 21st Congressional District; a visit to Westport's library, where a mechanical clock has been ticking away for well over a century; and a woodworker in the southern Adirondacks is experimenting with incorporating technolo…

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10/5/24: Colorado Gun Collectors Association & e-bike of Colorado Randy Caranci & Howl For Wildlife 58:44

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Today’s Guests: Tom Hillman, President of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association, to talk about their great organization promoting friendship among and the mutual benefit of persons interested in the collection, preservation, use, and study of firearms and their accessories. Then ouir good friend Randy Caranci, Owner of e-bike of Colorado joins us…

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North Country voting guide, Lowville librarian, Floodwood Mountain hike 29:52

5d ago29:52

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(Oct 4, 2024) A guide to who's on the ballot in the North Country and how to make sure you're ready to vote; we meet the Lowville Free Library's director; and Emily Russell, Catherine Wheeler and their canine sidekicks send us an audio postcard from Floodwood Mountain as we hit peak fall foliage in the Adirondacks.…

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104/24: A peak fall colors hike to Floodwood Mtn. 9:44

5d ago9:44

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(Oct 4, 2024) It's peak fall colors this weekend in the Adirondacks. NCPR reporters Emily Russell and Catherine Wheeler send us an audio postcard from a perfect hike up Floodwood Mountain north of Tupper Lake. Also: You have until October 26th to register to vote. Everything you need to get ready for Election Day.…

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An Airport, Suitcases and a Baby 10:05

5d ago10:05

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Catherine meets people coming and going in Luton Airport Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations…

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10/3/24: A pianist juggling it all 9:36

6d ago9:36

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(Oct 3, 2024) Musicians make art, but their work is also a job. A pianist talks about her musical process, and how it helps her connect with both body and mind, the latest in our North Country at Work series. Also: SUNY is working to get more students to vote during this year's elections.By NCPR News

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Adirondack Rail Trail ride, Wadhams pianist, Indian Lake conductor 31:18

6d ago31:18

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(Oct 3, 2024) Reporter Amy Feiereisel sends an audio postcard of a fall foliage bike ride on the Adirondack Rail Trail; a Wadhams pianist tells North Country at Work about her musical process, and how it helps her connect with both body and mind; and we hear from this Saturday's Three O'Clock Special co-host, Kent Gregson of Indian Lake, a former U…

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Women's mountain biking in the ADKs, SRMT digital law library, Schumer on EEE, Chef Curtiss's lobster chowder 29:52

8d ago29:52

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(Oct 2, 2024) As women's mountain biking grows in popularity, we hear from fans and riders at last weekend's World Cup races in Lake Placid; the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe has created a new digital law library of its own laws so community members have better access to legal information; with EEE on the rise, Sen. Schumer is calling for increased coordi…

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10/2/24: Women in world-class mountain biking 9:48

7d ago9:48

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(Oct 2, 2024) At last weekend's Mountain Biking World Cup in Lake Placid, the female athletes had a bigger profile than ever. We hear from fans and riders about the growing role of women in the sport. Also: Sen. Chuck Schumer is calling for increased coordination between local and federal agencies to deal with the mosquito-borne disease, Eastern Eq…

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A special update from Catherine 2:51

7d ago2:51

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Hello! Here’s a message from Catherine with two exciting updates about the Where Are You Going? Podcast. You can find out more information at whereareyougoing.co.uk/club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dockworkers strike, wild lake trout, Saratoga Pumpkin Fest, baseball coach 31:13

8d ago31:13

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(Oct 1, 2024) As dockworkers at ports around the country begin their strike, state officials say New Yorkers don't have to worry about major food shortages yet; fisheries managers are cautiously optimistic about the increasing amount of wild-born lake trout on Lake Champlain; Saratoga Springs welcomed farmers and their giant pumpkins from across th…

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A Bike, some Teddies and a Car Crash 11:05

8d ago11:05

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Catherine meets a man in Regent’s Park who surprises her with stories of an eventful life. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible a…

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9/28/24: Rocky Mountain Big Game Recovery 56:45

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Today’s Guests: Our good friend Scott Gillespie with Rocky Mountain Big Game Recovery will be our guest. If you are a Big Game hunter please tune in, Scott will share some great tips and insights to help us recover our game. Check out the website at www.RockyMountainBigGameRecovery.org. Download the KLZ 560 App to listen live. The Sportsman Of Colo…

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South Africa's unit trust industry is changing 14:23

9d ago14:23

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PSG Wealth chief investment officer Adriaan Pask delves into a growing preference for balanced and multi-asset portfolios, ESG-compliant funds and domestic equity.By Moneyweb Radio

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Adapting to climate change, World Cup mountain bike event, SLU alum musician 28:06

9d ago28:06

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(Sep 30, 2024)By NCPR News

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09/30/24: How the North Country is adapting to climate change 9:50

9d ago9:50

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(Sep 30, 2024) We dive into how North Country residents are adapting to climate change. Also: Thousands of people were in Lake Placid over the weekend for the World Cup mountain biking races.By NCPR News

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9/27/24: A culinary arts teacher in Gouverneur wins a big award 10:00

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(Sep 27, 2024) A BOCES Culinary Arts Instructor in Gouverneur is the winner of a state award for her decades of work teaching North Country students how to cook. Also: ORDA has authorized improvements at several of the Olympic venues in the Adirondacks.By NCPR News

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ORDA investments, NoCo culinary instructor, ADK hike, Blessed Dirt 29:49

12d ago29:49

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(Sep 27, 2024) ORDA has authorized improvements at several of the Olympic venues in the Adirondacks; a BOCES Culinary Arts Instructor in Gouverneur is the winner of a state award for her decades of work teaching North Country students how to cook; as fall colors begin to pop in the Adirondacks, we take a hike around Black Pond near Paul Smith's; an…

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A Monkey, a Pub and a Sculpture 9:16

12d ago9:16

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Catherine meets a retired couple enjoying a mid week trip to London Zoo. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- T…

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9/26/24: The ballast rules battle on the St. Lawrence Seaway 9:58

13d ago9:58

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(Sep 26, 2024) Canada has put in place new rules to keep invasive species out of Seaway ships' ballast water. But US shippers say they're ineffective and are designed to force more cargo to Canadian ships. Also: Senator Gillibrand and Congresswoman Stefanik are proposing a rare bipartisan bill to focus more attention on people crossing the northern…

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Gillibrand border bill, ADK school merger fails, Pulaski magician preview 29:50

13d ago29:50

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(Sep 26, 2024) Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is cosponsoring a bill that would require the federal government to update its strategy for northern border enforcement; a merger between two small school districts in the southern Adirondacks was voted down earlier this week; and we preview magician Leon Etienne and assistant Chelsea LaCongo's performance in …

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9/25/24: Accessibility at one of the Adirondacks' most iconic views 9:31

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(Sep 25, 2024) A new nature preserve outside Saranac Lake is trying to find the balance between "Forever Wild" and the Adirondacks' growing movement for accessible outdoor recreation. We visit the Glenview Preserve with its iconic view. Also: People who speak indigenous languages want them included in the state's second language push.…

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Canton solar project, Glenview Preserve, Morristown Ferry 29:39

14d ago29:39

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(Sep 25, 2024) New York state has approved a plan for a company to build a commercial solar development in the town of Canton; we head to the Glenview Preserve in Harrietstown, whose owners are trying to find the balance between "Forever Wild" and the region's growing movement for accessible outdoor recreation; and we listen back to a North Country…

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9/21/24: Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management Colorado Ballot Initiative 127-Vote NO! 53:21

15d ago53:21

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Today’s Guests: Will Marquardt, Owner of Davis Tent and Luke Wiedel, Vice Chair, Corporate Relations for RMEF and Lead Policy volunteer for Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management will join us for a discussion on Proposition 127 (Prohibit Bobcat, Lynx, and Mountain Lion Hunting) Science-based wildlife management is under attack! Proposition …

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A Bath, a Cat and Billions of Dollars 9:07

15d ago9:07

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Catherine’s in Regent’s Park in London and meets a couple off to a very niche awards ceremony... Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod B…

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EEE death, school cellphones and online safety, ADK invasive plant program 29:38

15d ago29:38

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(Sep 24, 2024) Gov. Hochul is declaring a mosquito-borne illness an imminent threat to human health; state officials are continuing the push for a statewide cellphone ban in schools; and a Saranac Lake firm is offering free herbicide treatments to fight the invasive Japanese knotweed plant.By NCPR News

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9/24/24: Japanese knotweed overrunning your land? This program helps 9:54

15d ago9:54

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(Sep 24, 2024) There are many initiatives to contain or remove invasive species from our land and waters. A Saranac Lake firm is offering free herbicide treatments on residents' land to fight the invasive Japanese knotweed plant. Also: New York state has approved a large-scale solar project on Rich Road in Canton.…

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Postdam sandstone preservation, Massena HVAC worker, ADK book review 29:44

16d ago29:44

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(Sep 23, 2024)By NCPR News

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9/23/24: Out in the world with a degree in HVAC 9:51

16d ago9:51

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(Sep 23, 2024) More and more students are going to trade school. In our North Country at Work series, what working life looks like post-graduation for one former BOCES student. Also: A grassroots movement to save a local sandstone from landfills could help with future historic preservation efforts.By NCPR News

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Warren County tornado update, Autism Alliance event, new healthcare funding and bills, and a Potsdam band preview 29:32

19d ago29:32

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(Sep 20, 2024) Over two months after an EF-0 tornado ripped through parts of Warrensburg and Chestertown, residents are still picking up the pieces; The Autism Alliance of Northeastern New York will host Hari Kondabolu at its third annual fall comedy fundraiser this weekend; Two North Country healthcare providers are getting federal funding to serv…

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9/20/24: A tornado's damage, up close 9:09

19d ago9:09

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(Sep 20, 2024) A tornado tore through a rural neighborhood between Warrensburg and Chestertown in July, one of the 32 record breaking twisters to touch down in New York this summer. Amy Feiereisel visited the site of the worst damage, where residents are still cleaning up two months later. Also: Former President Trump says he wants to remove a cap …

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A Mountain Bike, Kitesurf and a Cottage 10:15

19d ago10:15

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Catherine’s in a quiet rural Northamptonshire village soaking up the local’s stories. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and Th…

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Migrants in Plattsburgh, Lowville fire chief, ARKAI returns to the ADKs 33:41

20d ago33:41

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(Sep 19, 2024) Migrants from India are crossing the US-Canada border in Clinton County and winding up at a bus stop in Plattsburgh; a North Country at Work story on Lowville's fire chief, who's devoted his work and personal life to helping those in crisis; and a preview of electroacoustic duo ARKAI's show at the Recovery Lounge in Upper Jay this Sa…

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9/19/24: Lowville's very dedicated fire chief 9:51

20d ago9:51

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(Sep 19, 2024) Fire departments across the North Country are struggling to find the next generation of first responders for their communities. We meet a fire chief in Lowville who's dedicated his professional and personal life to being ready for emergencies. Also: We remember the North Country's go-to earthquake expert, Dr. Frank Revetta, who died …

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9/14/24: Crow Scout Outfitters & Pelican Alaska & Coloradans For Responsible Wildlife Management Colorado Ballot Initiative 127-Vote NO! 54:41

21d ago54:41

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Today’s Guests: A few weeks ago we told you about our Pronghorn hunt in Montana with Crow Scout Outfitters. On today’s show our Indian Guide on the Crow Indian Reservation, Elvin Fitzler (not his Indian Name) joins us to share some great information on hunting the reservation. We had a very successful hunt and highly recommend Barry Whiteman, Crow …

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Accessible ADK nature festival, Peru murder plea, Farm Aid concert 29:47

21d ago29:47

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(Sep 18, 2024) We travel to the inaugural Adirondack Nature Festival for People with Disabilities at Paul Smith's VIC; a Peru man faces 25 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his wife; and we listen back to a story on Farm Aid, the massive benefit concert for farmers that's returning to Saratoga Springs this weekend for the fir…

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9/18/24: An outdoor festival for all 9:44

21d ago9:44

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(Sep 18, 2024) This summer, there's been increased attention to making the Adirondacks more accessible to people with disabilities. Earlier this month, Paul Smith's College hosted the first-ever festival that spotlights finding ways to allow all people to enjoy the woods. Also: New York State has experienced a record number of climate disasters so …

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Health care recruitment, 90-Miler revisited, this month's night sky 34:28

22d ago34:28

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(Sep 17, 2024) A new initiative aims to beef up the North Country's health care workforce; about 30 paddlers rallied on Sunday to complete the final leg of the 90-Miler canoe race after it was canceled; and astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue shares what we should be looking for in the night sky.By NCPR News

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9/17/24: The search for EEE 9:51

22d ago9:51

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(Sep 17, 2024) Public health officials are concerned about Eastern Equine Encephalitis, which killed one man in New Hampshire. Biologists are trying to find where it lives in mosquitos to protect humans. Also: A new initiative is trying to ramp up people getting trained for health care jobs in the North Country.…

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