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Native Report
Intro to Cold Water Surfing | Episode 124 | May 21, 2025 Gear and safety to ride Lake Superior waves.
Getting into Beekeeping | Episode 139 | June 27, 2025 Mark Walters of Miel shares how he got started in beekeeping. 3 Hardy Houseplants | Episode 140 | June 30, 2025 Kate Borealis from Growing Duluth shares three beautiful house plants that thrive with little water and variable light.
Superior Hiking Section Hike | Episode 125 | May 23, 2025 Planning a manageable segment hike.
Premiere Date: January 23, 2025 Format: 8 x 30-minute episodes
Memorial Day Traditions | Episode 126 | May 26, 2025 Honoring service through ceremonies and stories.
Description
DIY Pollinator Garden | Episode 127 | May 28, 2025 Create habitat for bees and butterflies.
Native Report is a nationally distributed program that celebrates and amplifies the voices, traditions, and achievements of Indigenous communities across North America. Produced by Indigenous
Northern Lights over the Northland | Episode 128 | June 2, 2025 Photographers and skywatchers capture the aurora above Lake Superior.
producers, the show provides an authentic and respectful platform for exploring Native culture, history, current events, and contemporary issues that affect Indigenous peoples. Each episode features in-depth storytelling, interviews with Native elders, leaders, and changemakers, and segments that highlight the rich heritage, resilience, and contributions of Native nations.
Safe Pier Fishing | Episode 129 | June 4, 2025 Tactics and etiquette for fishing from piers.
Summer Concerts in the Park | Episode 130 | June 6, 2025 Free music returns to neighborhood parks.
Impact
Canoe Country Permits | Episode 131 | June 9, 2025 How to secure and use BWCAW permits.
Native Report continues to elevate Indigenous voices and stories, fostering understanding and respect among Native and non-Native audiences alike. Produced by Indigenous creators, the program provides an authentic platform for sharing cultural knowledge, contemporary challenges, and community achievements across Minnesota and North America. Its national distribution and strong partnerships with tribal organizations, educators, and public media stations have expanded awareness and representation of Native perspectives. Audience feedback, educational use, and social engagement confirm its effectiveness in deepening appreciation for Indigenous cultures and promoting dialogue. Through its storytelling, Native Report strengthens cultural preservation and advances civic understanding statewide and beyond.
Best Beaches Roundup | Episode 132 | June 11, 2025 Where to swim and relax when it finally warms up.
Adult hockey club in Duluth
Storm Spotter Basics | Episode 133 | June 13, 2025 What Skywarn spotters look for and report.
Park Point Art Fair Preview | Episode 134 | June 16, 2025 Artists and activities at a beloved lakefront fair.
Lake Superior Boating Safety | Episode 135 | June 18, 2025 Respecting the big lake while enjoying it.
Distribution & Reach
St. Louis River Estuary 101 | Episode 136 | June 20, 2025 Wildlife, restoration, and recreation on the estuary.
Platform
Reach (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
Broadcast
Hull Rust Mine View | Episode 137 | June 23, 2025 Spectacular views at Hibbing’s mine overlook.
8 episodes broadcast | 191 hours broadcast
Streaming
8 episodes available | 4 hours available | 3,329 streams
Iron Range Barn Quilts | Episode 138 | June 25, 2025 A barn quilt trail brings public art to the Range.
Social Media
49 posts | 85,405 video views
Episodes
Harvest of Heritage: The Wild Rice Tradition | Episode 1 | January 23, 2025 In this episode of Native Report , we journey to Sandy Lake, Minnesota, to learn about the harvest, importance, and cultural heritage of wild rice, known as manoomin, a sacred food to the Anishinaabe people. Breaking the Cycle: Indigenous Voices on Addiction Recovery | Episode 2 | January 30, 2025 In this episode of Native Report , we explore the resilience of Indigenous communities confronting addiction and how culture, tradition, and storytelling help guide paths to recovery.
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