#043 The Colors of Fall

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 43rd episode, Kristin and Erik share another Cabin Chat! This chat consists of all things fall, including fall activities, colors and memories!

They start off by sharing a favorite spot, the Porcupine Mountains, a great overlook spot with lots of hiking trails to enjoy the changing leaves. Kristin shares one of her favorite fall memories which includes a favorite fall treat, apple cider doughnuts. Speaking of apples, Erik shares some of his own memories growing up on an apple orchard. 

Kristin’s dad is currently riding across the state of Wisconsin with his friends, this story will definitely inspire you to bring out your bike!

Erik shares about a great family-friendly activity in Eagle River called Pirate’s Hideaway. Erik also reads us an old article from Recreation Magazine about a man realizing he can use his car to go to a fishing spot! This vintage article is sure to make you smile!

To conclude, Kristin shares a song recommendation called “Can You Canoe?”  by the Okee Dokee Brothers, a great family friendly listen!

Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of The Cabincast, see you next week!

Links: 

Porcupine Mountains: https://www.michigan.org/property/porcupine-mountains-wilderness-state-park

Pirates Hideaway: https://www.eagleriverpirates.com 

Can You Canoe by the Okee Dokee Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRge0RCBWSk 

More info on Okee Dokee Brothers: https://www.okeedokee.org 

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#042 What is Your Cabin Range

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 42nd episode, Kristin and Erik share another world-famous Cabin Chat!

The episode kicks off with a note from a listener about the pronunciation and grammar of our slogan. 

They also dive into the cabin “porn” phenomena with an article about the Cabin Porn author as well as a reading from the Cabin Porn book.

We also hear about a cabin building caterpillar, head over to Instagram to see it for yourself!

Kristin concludes the episode by sharing a song from Canaan Smith called “Cabin the Woods.” 

Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of The Cabincast!

Links:

Cabin Porn article: https://www.curbed.com/2021/06/cabin-porn-beaver-brook-for-sale-barryville-zach-klein.html 

Cabin Porn book: https://cabinporn.com 

Cabin building caterpillar: https://www.amusingplanet.com/2016/01/log-house-like-cocoon-of-bagworm-moth.html 

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXTgJWYNHEQ 

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#041 Alderwood Red

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 41st episode, Kristin and Erik are joined by Becca Bartling from Alderwood Resort, located on the Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes. 

Before hopping into the interview, Kristin and Erik share a Cabin Chat all about the end of summer. Kristin also shares the history of Northwoods resorts through an article she found. Erik reviews the rules of Kick the Can as the group references it in the episode. 

Kristin and Erik interview Becca all about running Alderwood Resort, the history of the resort, traveling with children, and much more! 

Becca shares her vision behind the resort’s dreamy Instagram, her relationship with the guests, and her favorite parts of the cabins! We also hear about the year-round option they offer called The Brick House. 

This is a great interview you won’t want to miss, you just might look to book your next stay at Alderwood Resort!

Links:

Alderwood Resort Website: https://www.alderwood-resort.com 

Alderwood Cabins: https://www.alderwood-resort.com/amenities 

The Brick House: https://www.alderwood-resort.com/thebrickhouse 

Alderwood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alderwoodresort/ 

Resort History Article: Link 

Kick the Can Rules: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kick_the_can 

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#040 Those Darn Nature Fakers

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 40th episode, Kristin and Erik share another world-famous Cabin Chat. 

The episode begins with a listener note from Tony. Erik shares Tony’s note about his cabin story, how he found the podcast, and his Northwoods tattoo. 

A reminder to rate us and leave The Cabincast a review on Apple Podcasts, as it greatly supports the show and lets Kristin and Erik know what you think!

Kristin and Erik discuss the excitement of fall and the start of a new school year with their kids off to school once again. 

Kristin then shares a reading from the book “Woodfolk at School” written in 1902.

This leads into a discussion about Nature Fakers, an old controversy surrounding writers giving animals human-like attributes.

To conclude the episode, Erik shares a song from the Vandoliers “Waiting On A Train.”

Links:

Nature Faker article: https://www.thehenryford.org/explore/blog/was-jack-london-a-nature-faker

Woodfolk at School Book:

https://bit.ly/3z17ZRP

Waiting On A Train by the Vandoliers

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#039 Return to Wake Robin

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

On the 39th episode, Kristin and Erik interview Marnie O. Mamminga the author of Return to Wake Robin. This interview is full of incredible stories that make up this book as well as her memories and experience at their cabin named Wake Robin. 

Before hopping into the interview, Kristin and Erik share a Cabin Chat where they share a couple of funny recent cabin experiences. Erik also shares a song recommendation called Waiting for Lighting by The National Parks. 

Hopping into the interview, Marnie shares her touching and heartfelt stories of the five generations of her family that has been rejuvenated by times together in the Wisconsin Northwoods. Her novel Return to Wake Robin is a series of warm remembrances accompanied by a treasure trove of vintage family photos of times spent at Wake Robin, her family’s cabin on Big Spider Lake. She recalls her stories and memories that will resonate with anyone who has spent time with family at a getaway. 

Hope you enjoy this interview, see you next week!

Links:

Song Recommendation: 

Waiting for Lighting by The National Parks

Episode 34: https://plnk.to/the-cabincast?to=page 

Marnie O. Mamminga

Return to Wake Robin

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#038 The Cabin Connoisseurs

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 38th episode, Kristin and Erik interview The Cabin Connoisseurs Chris Singleton and Ron Gamboa from @cabinconnoisseurllc on Instagram. These two gentlemen have built an amazing business connecting folks looking for unique rustic retreats with cabin owners all over the world and share their story in today’s episode.

Before heading into the interview, Kristin shares a book series recommendation. The series is the Vintage National Park Novel Series by Karen Barnett. These books are a mix of romance and mystery and take place in the national parks. Definitely a great gift idea as well!

Up next, Erik shares a Cabin in the News. This cabin is unique in its architecture and is a fascinating read. The article is titled “This contemporary treehouse-inspired cabin is a playful composition between squares and circles!” This beautiful home reinvents the traditional cabin architecture.   

To conclude the Cabin Chat, Kristin shares a music recommendation. The band is called Archertown and the song is “For a Good Time.” 

Hopping into the interview, we hear from the connoisseurs all about how they started their business of helping people find cabins. They had an idea, believed in it and it has since taken off, they are advertising for cabins across the globe. Kristin and Erik also discuss what makes a cabin a cabin with the connoisseurs. We hear their wonderful perspective on cabin living and what it means to be part of the cabin community.

Thank you so much for tuning in to this week's episode of The Cabincast!

Links:

Book Series Recommendation: Vintage National Park Novel Series by Karen Barnett

Cabin in the News: https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/08/16/this-contemporary-treehouse-inspired-cabin-is-a-playful-composition-between-squares-and-circles/ 

Music: For a Good Time by Archertown

Cabin Connoisseurs Instagram: @cabinconnoisseurllc

Website: The Cabin Connoisseurs

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#037 The Traveling Log Cabin at Happy Days Farm

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 37th episode, Kristin and Erik interview Penny from Happy Days Farm about her incredible, old log cabin that graces her property. This cabin has moved with her for two moves. Penny shares all her adventures on her blog and her perfectly curated Instagram @happydaysfarm.

Before hopping into the interview, Kristin shares a great cookbook recommendation titled Campfire Cookery: Adventuresome Recipes and Other Curiosities for the Great Outdoors by Sarah Huck. This cookbook is filled with all recipes you cook over the fire. Definitely one to pick up before your next camping trip!

Penny shares the wonderful story of how she found her cabin, refurbished it, and utilizes it. Her cabin is even featured in her own children’s book that shares 5 stories from Happy Days Farm. 

You will surely love this great cabin interview with Happy Days Farm!

Links

Happy Days Farm Blog- https://thehappydaysfarm.com 

Cabin Blog Post- https://thehappydaysfarm.com/the-little-log-cabin-at-happy-days-farm/ 

Happy Days Farm Instagram 

Penny’s Children’s Book

Campfire Cookery: Adventuresome Recipes and Other Curiosities for the Great Outdoors- https://bit.ly/3ya5eNz 

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#036 The Western Mountains are Calling

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 36th episode, The Western Mountains are Calling, Kristin joins the podcast from Montana. 

Kristin shares about her 21 hour family road trip to her parent’s cabin in Montana with their boat, her husband’s dream. Kristin shares the great process of towing your boat into Montana and shares how they protect their waters.

Kristin shares The views on this trip were limited because of the smoke from the Canadian wildfires. To learn more about wildfires check out the episode with Catherine Koele, a wildfire prevention specialist and Smokey Bear’s Agent as well as https://smokeybear.com. 

Kristin also shares two book recommendations for listening to as an audio book that the whole family will enjoy! The first was The Wilder Boys by Brandon Wallis, and the second being The Boys and The Boat- by Daniel James Brown read by Edward Herman. 

Up next Erik shares a Cabin in the News. This article is titled A Cabin Made of Hempcrete Rises in a Remote Corner of the Czech Republic from dwell.com. This cabin is eco-friendly and stunning! 

To conclude the episode, Erik shares a heartwarming email from a listener named PJ. She shares the story of her cabin and how the episode Legend Lake and specifically the song brought back memories of her grandparents and family. 

Spotify:

Girl Camper Episode- https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qEISdJPcqCHXbClJuNp34?si=anFzNHtHQf-g_Y12L6BVWg&dl_branch=1 

Smokey Bear Episode- https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qbBlwl94pd1xD6mzPFeJm?si=_EuLfGvMSGiqjzeHr4DWYQ&dl_branch=1 

Legend Lake Episode- https://open.spotify.com/episode/16k3VKCqFEEA70snivp5fk?si=6LZqX9yvRAS81oAvuiH8eA&dl_branch=1 

Apple Podcasts:

Girl Camper Episode- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cabincast/id1528863212?i=1000529063909

Smokey Bear Episode-

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cabincast/id1528863212?i=1000491771308

Legend Lake Episode- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cabincast/id1528863212?i=1000529783351

Learn more about preventing Wildfires: https://smokeybear.com

The Wilder Boys by Brandon Wallis

The Boys and The Boat- by Daniel James Brown read by Edward Herman

Cabin in the News- dwell.com

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Erik Torgeson

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Kristin Lenz

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Website: www.whitearrowshome.com

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Produced by Kristin Lenz & Erik Torgeson

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Edited by: Billy Shane