What's Up Ely
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!
New episodes of the What's Up Ely Podcast air twice a month. Each episode features an engaging conversation about 'what's up' in Ely, whether that be an upcoming event or a lifestyle. Each episode also includes an event round up -- a list of upcoming events that are relevant to tourists and locals alike.
What's Up Ely
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 of 1964.
And, of course, this episode includes a round up of upcoming events in Ely, Minnesota. Special guest Ian Lah of the Northern Lakes Arts Association will join Brett in the studio to give us the round up, because – as you know – there’s always something to do in Ely!
Show Notes
Ely, Minnesota is not merely a gateway to the pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It’s also home to a vibrant community and an engaging schedule of events that are open to tourists. There is truly alway is something fun to do in town! We encourage listeners to consult the resources below for additional details.
If you’d like to have your event featured on the What’s Up Ely Podcast, a great place to start is by submitting your event to the Ely.org Events page via this event submission form. Email us at tourism@ely.org with questions or comments.
- Visit Ely Autumn Adventure Guide
- What’s Up Ely Facebook Group
- Forest North Podcast
- USFS Press Release for Two-day Event on the 'Past, Present and Future of the BWCAW' and 'Evolving Land Ethics' to be held in Ely, MN
- Aldo Leopold Foundation
- Portageland Music Festival
- Ely Folk School Meal Prep for Absolute Beginners
- Symposium: A Celebration of Land Ethics & Conservation
- Gardner Humanities Trust Grants
- Register for the Northern Lights 5K Color Glow Run
- Ely Marathon
- Beaver Tales: Stories from the Wilderness
- Vermilion Campus Community Day: To reserve a table please call or email Louise Chase at:
- 218-235-2100 or Louise.chase@minnesotanorth.edu
- Northspan Equity Summit
- Live Music at the State Theater
- Ely's Alliance for Braver Angels
