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What Has Happened to Camping? By Charlie Erdmann

The Camp Voyageur Podcast

The Camp Voyageur Podcast
What Has Happened to Camping? By Charlie Erdmann
Oct 15, 2025 Episode 43
Alex Kvanli, John Burgman

In the 1980s, Camp Voyageur’s founder and longtime director, Charlie Erdmann, wrote an article for the Ely Echo titled “What Has Happened to Camping?” Decades later, his reflections on wilderness, character, and the “total camping experience” feel more relevant than ever.

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Co-hosts Alex Kvanli & John Burgman discuss all-things related to Camp Voyageur in Ely, Minnesota. They share trail stories, interview Voyageur alumni, & reflect on the lore of the Great Northwoods. They also trade Boundary Waters travel tips & advice compiled from over 550 days of canoe camping trips. Whether you’re a former camper, a current camper, or an adventure enthusiast looking to improve your Boundary Waters experience, there’s something for everyone in each episode. 

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