What's Up, Ely?

Host Lacey Squier
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What's Up, Ely?

The What’s up, Ely? Podcast is a podcast that provides an inside scoop on upcoming Ely, Minnesota area happenings for locals and visitors alike. With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure, how is one to know where to start? Let us help! New episodes of the What's Up Ely Podcast will air twice a month. Each episode will feature upcoming events, notable area happenings, and conversations with area residents.

  1. Winter Recreation, Rentals, & Guided Trips with Timmy B

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    Winter Recreation, Rentals, & Guided Trips with Timmy B

    On this episode of the What’s Up Ely Podcast, listeners will join host Lacey Squier in conversation with her friend and neighbor (and returning guest!) Tim Barton. Tim is an Outfitting Manager at Piragis Northwoods Company, and he specializes in winter. He also happens to be an excellent conversationalist and radio nerd (which is to say he studied radio broadcasting in college). You may recall meeting Tim Barton on episode one of the What’s Up Ely Podcast. He was also a guest on episode 25. L...

    1h 30m
  2. Christmas in Ely featuring Bill Erzar

    12/26/2024

    Christmas in Ely featuring Bill Erzar

    On this episode of the What’s Up Ely Podcast, listeners will join host Lacey Squier in conversation with Bill Erzar, a born-and-raised Elyite. Bill is the grandson of a Slovenian immigrant who arrived in Ely in 1909 and worked underground for 45 years. Bill himself worked in local mines for over 30 years, and now serves as a volunteer tour guide at the Pioneer Mine. Bill and Lacey will reminisce about Bill’s family history in Ely, as well as Christmas traditions past and present.And, of cours...

    1h 19m
  3. Loving Life in our Tourist Town with Scott Stowell

    12/04/2024

    Loving Life in our Tourist Town with Scott Stowell

    On this episode of the What’s Up Ely Podcast, listeners will join host Lacey Squier in conversation with Scott Stowell, author of Back Road Grace.Back Road Grace is a collection of essays, memoirs and short fiction about the culture, Wilderness treasures, and the character of the inhabitants in northeastern Minnesota. Scott and Lacey’s conversation is inspired by the spirit of Scott’s writing – it elicits thought and laughter, and educates listeners about year-round life in our northern clima...

    1h 25m
  4. Facilitator, Community Builder, & Comedian Abby Dare

    11/21/2024

    Facilitator, Community Builder, & Comedian Abby Dare

    Abby Dare is the owner of The Meadows Gallery & Studios on Sheridan Street. She also serves on the Parks and Recreation Board for the City of Ely. Through all of her endeavors she is committed to fostering meaningful relationships, making the world a better place, and having fun along the way. Join Abby and Lacey in conversation as they discuss how Abby came to be an Elyite, Abby’s journey to becoming an artist and opening an art gallery and studios, and Abby’s journey to performing ...

    1h 27m
  5. Tales from the Trail with Ozzie Reif

    11/14/2024

    Tales from the Trail with Ozzie Reif

    While walking 70 miles through the BWCAW on the Kekekabic and Border Route Trails, Ozzie Reif had the opportunity to test the gear he made from natural materials. Along the way he learned a lot about this gear and spent a significant amount of time thinking about how he and other humans interact with our outdoor spaces. Listen in on the conversation about what went well, what he learned, and what went poorly!And, of course, this episode includes a round up of upcoming events in Ely, Minn...

    1h 32m
  6. Redhead Mountain Bike Park in Chisholm with Bridgit Maruska

    10/23/2024

    Redhead Mountain Bike Park in Chisholm with Bridgit Maruska

    Join the conversation as Lacey chats with her new friend and regional neighbor, Bridgit Maruska. Bridgit is the Parks, Trails, & Recreation Director at the City of Chisholm. Her work involves fostering vibrant recreational environments and public spaces to increase community participation and volunteer mobilization. Specifically, Bridgit is here to tell us all about the Redhead Mountain Bike Park adjacent to the MN Discovery Center. Lastly, this episode includes a round up of upcomin...

    1h 6m
  7. Working from Home, Homesteading, and Halloween with Sarah Vogl

    10/09/2024

    Working from Home, Homesteading, and Halloween with Sarah Vogl

    Join the conversation as Lacey chats with her friend and neighbor, Sarah Vogl. Sarah is a relatively new Elyite who made the journey from South St. Paul to Ely, from suburban cubicle to self-employment in the woods. She is also actively learning about the art of homesteading (so y’all can expect to hear mention of gardening and chickens!). And no introduction to Sarah would be complete without mention of her enthusiasm for all things creativity, art, and Halloween! Sarah also happens to be a ...

    1h 16m
  8. Aldo Leopold's Land Ethic with Buddy Huffaker and Bonus Content with Special Guest Ian Lah

    09/05/2024

    Aldo Leopold's Land Ethic with Buddy Huffaker and Bonus Content with Special Guest Ian Lah

    Join the conversation as Lacey chats with a new friend, Buddy Huffaker, the Executive Director of the Aldo Leopold Foundation. They’ll be chatting about Aldo Leopold’s land ethic, made famous via his book A Sand County Almanac. This conversation is taking place in anticipation of a series of events in Ely in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the publication of the book, as well as the 60th anniversary of the establishing of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness via the Wilderness Act...

    1h 12m
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The What’s up, Ely? Podcast is a podcast that provides an inside scoop on upcoming Ely, Minnesota area happenings for locals and visitors alike. With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure, how is one to know where to start? Let us help! New episodes of the What's Up Ely Podcast will air twice a month. Each episode will feature upcoming events, notable area happenings, and conversations with area residents.

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  • Creator
    Host Lacey Squier
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 What's Up, Ely?
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