Episode 22: From Ancient to Modern: Exploring the Timeless Legacy of Canoes in North America with Mark Neuzil

People in North America have been getting around in canoes for thousands of years. The basic design was so perfectly engineered that we’re still using it today. In this episode, I talk with Mark Neuzil, who co-wrote “Canoes: A Natural History in North America” with Norman Sims. We talk about the basic design, variations

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St. Louis

Population (2010) 319,305 Introduction St. Louis, my hometown, is a city with a long and layered history. As residents of Flyover Country, we tend to make the national news only when something goes wrong. Sure, we have our problems, but so do plenty of other places. We are a big

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Mendota

Population (2010) 198 History The first Europeans to move into the area were the soldiers at the Cantonment of New Hope, who wintered here before Fort Snelling was built. They were followed by folks who were involved in the fur trade, primarily discontented French Canadians and Metis who had

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Anoka

Population (2010) 17,142 Visitor Information Direct your questions to the Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce (763.421.7130). History Kline Sanatorium Anoka sprouted up because of its ready access to water transportation. Joseph Belanger, with help from a few others, erected a trading post for William Aitkin

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Warsaw

Population (2010) 1,607 Introduction A small town perched on top of a bluff overlooking the river, Warsaw has an interesting history and impressive 19th century buildings that make it a pleasant place to stop and visit. Visitor Information Direct your questions to Warsaw's local government

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