April 22, 1988 - MPR’s Jim Neumann reports on wolf and moose research on Isle Royale. While scientific observations of wolves on the large Lake Superior island has taken place for years, for the first time scientists will physically study wolf health conditions in an effort to figure out if wolf population on island is sustainable.
May 13, 1988 - Mainstreet Radio’s Rachel Reabe reports on professional fisherman Al Linder. Reabe talks with the Brainerd fisherman about how he created a successful, nationally-known company based on the sport.
May 14, 1988 - With the fishing opener arriving in Minnesota, Mainstreet Radio’s Rachel Reabe visits Perch Lake near Brainerd to profile Al Lindner, a professional fisherman who has made quite the splash in the business of fishing.
October 17, 1988 - Mainstreet Radio-Brainerd’s Leif Enger reports on increased law enforcement efforts to protect wildlife from over-hunting and poaching.
December 17, 1988 - Midday’s Bob Potter interviews author Paul Gruchow about traveling the wilderness. Gruchow also answers listener questions about his book, The Necessity of Empty Places.
October 17, 1989 - Rich Baker, member of the Department of Natural Resources, talks about the loon count numbers in the state. Of the lakes looked at in DNR study, Burnside Lake had the largest loon population.
October 18, 1989 - Ed Boggess, member of Department of Natural Resources, discusses raccoon explosion in the Twin Cities. Boggess provides insights on the animal and recommendations on countering their push into urban environment.
June 12, 1991 - Professor William Rogers, member of a local Anti-Mosquito Association, shares his view that the little bugs should be eradicated from the Twin Cities.
November 5, 1991 - Minnesota-based author, educator, and outdoor enthusiast Bill Hansen shares an essay recalling an experience with a moose…and a subsequent chase.
January 17, 1992 - Midmorning’s Paula Schroeder invites Laurie Allmann into the studio for a chat about owls. Segment includes owl sounds, followed by a poem.