EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 2H 29M
Ep. 38 - GRR Outdoors - Mike Tormanen and Larry Tormanen - BWCA Stories
from Gravel Roads Radio · host FEI Podcast Network
In this episode of Gravel Roads Radio Outdoors, Lars sits down with Mike Tormanen and Larry Tormanen, two guys who know the Boundary Waters Canoe Area as well as just about anyone. Mike alone has made the trip over 90 times, with Larry logging plenty of miles himself, and together they’ve seen just about everything the BWCA has to offer. They share how their trips to the Boundary Waters began, how the experience has changed over the years, and what keeps drawing them back season after season. From favorite entry points and routes, to unforgettable moments on the water, crazy portages, and stories that only come from time spent deep in the wilderness, this episode is packed with classic Boundary Waters storytelling. We talk tradition, preparation, lessons learned the hard way, and the simple magic of unplugging and heading north. Whether you’re a seasoned BWCA vet, planning your first trip, or just love hearing great wilderness stories, this one hits home. Great stories. Timeless trips. Pure Gravel Roads Radio Outdoors.
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In this episode of Gravel Roads Radio Outdoors, Lars sits down with Mike Tormanen and Larry Tormanen, two guys who know the Boundary Waters Canoe Area as well as just about anyone. Mike alone has made the trip over 90 times, with Larry logging plenty of miles himself, and together they’ve seen just about everything the BWCA has to offer. They share how their trips to the Boundary Waters began, how the experience has changed over the years, and what keeps drawing them back season after season. From favorite entry points and routes, to unforgettable moments on the water, crazy portages, and stories that only come from time spent deep in the wilderness, this episode is packed with classic Boundary Waters storytelling. We talk tradition, preparation, lessons learned the hard way, and the simple magic of unplugging and heading north. Whether you’re a seasoned BWCA vet, planning your first trip, or just love hearing great wilderness stories, this one hits home. Great stories. Timeless trips.Pure Gravel Roads Radio Outdoors.
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Ep. 38 - GRR Outdoors - Mike Tormanen and Larry Tormanen - BWCA Stories
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