Episode 12: The Dan Cooke Tribute Paddle and Stories About a Legend
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Dan Cooke was a "mentor's mentor" when it comes to the paddling scene in North America, particularly around the Boundary Waters region. The longtime owner of Cooke Custom Sewing, Dan passed away July 1. A paddle parade was held on Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis August 10 to honor the life of Dan Cooke. Stories were shared about Dan’s love of paddling, and in the episode we hear from a number of people who attended the event and participated in the flotilla. We also hear segments from an archived interview with Dan himself in this tribute episode of the podcast. This episode is sponsored by: Loons Nest Coffee Voyageur Canoe Outfitters Bent Paddle Brewing Friends of the Boundary Waters Solbakken on Superior
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