Visit Ely, MN Podcasts
Like podcasts? The “What’s Up Ely” and “My Ely Story” podcasts feature the unique and vibrant people who live, work, create, explore, and play in Ely. As one local character who has traveled the world once said, “Ely has more stories per square inch than any other place I’ve been.” These podcasts are a fun way to learn more about the people who call Ely home and current events in the Ely area.
"What's Up Ely" Podcast
Ely, Minnesota is a small town on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness — the most visited Wilderness in the United States and a hub for outdoor recreation. But Ely is not merely a gateway to the Boundary Waters; it is a vibrant community with a rich history and a dynamic arts and cultural scene, as evidenced by a plethora of events that are actively welcoming of visitors.
Indeed, all roads lead to Ely, Minnesota, a delicious little slice of Americana. This What’s Up Ely Podcast helps people near and far deepen their connection to this special little town.
There is truly always something fun to do and so many places to find belonging in Ely! With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure in Ely, how is one to know where to start? Let us help! Each episode features an engaging conversation about ‘what’s up’ in Ely, whether that be an event or a lifestyle.
What’s Up Ely Podcast is no longer in production, but Ely enthusiasts are invited to check out the Wilderness Edge Podcast for content creating in a similar spirit, and conducted by the same team.
Listen in on the final What’s Up Ely Podcast conversation. Host Lacey Squier and producer Brett Ross reflect on three glorious years of WUE-pod. They’ll discuss the origins of the What’s Up Ely Podcast, what this project has meant to them, personally, why it’s coming to an end, and what comes next.
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"My Ely Story" Podcast
Stories from the diverse array of characters who live, work, play and explore around the small outdoor adventure town of Ely, Minnesota.
Alanna Dore spent 12 years as Executive Director of the Listening Point Foundation and was instrumental in the beginning of both the Ely Art Walk and Ely’s Historic State Theater.
"Forest North" Podcast
A podcast from the Superior National Forest in Northeastern Minnesota, Forest North is created by the Ely Tourism Bureau, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service- Superior National Forest. Find out more about the Superior National Forest at FS.USDA.GOV/superior
Remember to subscribe, share and leave a review on your favorite listening platform, and email your comments, questions or suggestions to tourism@ely.org
It’s January, and winter in the Northwoods, but if you’re dreaming about paddling, its time to get excited because Boundary Waters permits go live at the end of the month! Cathy and Mason from the Superior National Forest join this episode to talk about everything you need to know for “Go Live Day” on Wednesday, January 28th.
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Meet your hosts
Lacey Squier
Lacey Squier moved Ely with her husband Eric and their dog Wendell in 2019, and she has been an outspoken Ely-enthusiast ever since! Her experiences studying interpersonal communication, creative writing, and leadership development combine to prepare her well for work as a professional conversationalist, aka host of the What’s Up Ely Podcast. When not behind the microphone, Lacey manages an economic and community development program called Boundary Waters Connect and teaches pie and potica classes at the Ely Folk School.
Brett Ross
An Ely resident since 1998, Brett has raised two children here, been involved with a number of area non-profit organizations, a youth sports coach and mentor, photographer, radio broadcaster and podcaster. He has a passion for trails- mountain biking, Nordic skiing, hiking and trail running- and thrives on giving back to the Ely community that has given so much to him.