The Whitefish Chain Experience

007 - In this episode of The Whitefish Chain Experience, host Kent Carlson sits down with longtime resident Mary Kate Williams who shares her tremendous knowledge, insights, and historical perspective regarding her work at Camp Knutson.  We discuss the beginning years (1953), business development ("coffee & cocktail parties"), operational challenges, programming evolution, camps, campers, staff and more.  Kate, currently sits on the advisory board at Camp Knutson.

004 - In this episode of The Whitefish Chain Experience, host Kent Carlson sits down with Cindy Myogeto the Crosslake Chamber Director.  Cindy shares her personal story and explains how she has become so actively involved with the Crosslake community.  We also discuss key events and activities that are teed up for this upcoming summer season.  We go behind the scenes to better understand the planning process involved with the July 3 - Celebrate America Fireworks Celebration on Cross Lake.  Additional points of interest that were discussed include the National Loon Center, the Core of Engineers Campground, as well as addressing the FAQ - How many interconnecting lakes make up the Whitefish Chain of Lakes?  The answer may not be what you expect!

003 - In this episode of The Whitefish Chain Experience, host Kent Carlson sits down with seasonal resident and Tiki Hut bartender extraordinaire Darryl Beadle.  We caught up with Darryl in Biloxi Mississippi prior to his return to the Whitefish Chain community for the much anticipated summer season.  Today Darryl shares his personal story and insights about the Whitefish Chain community.      

002 - In this episode of The Whitefish Chain Experience, host Kent Carlson sits down with Jon Mobeck the first Executive Director of the National Loon Center!  Not only is Jon a great guy but he's also very smart and well traveled having had professional opportunities working in beautiful locations as Utah, Colorado and most recently Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Jon is a self proclaimed "bird nerd" and appears very well equipped for his next professional opportunity in Crosslake, Minnesota.  Today we introduce Jon and initiate the discussion about the National Loon Center programs, volunteer opportunities, and priorities for 2021 and beyond. Website: nationallooncenter.org Mailing address: National Loon Center PO BOX 642 Crosslake, MN 56442

001 - In this episode of The Whitefish Chain Experience, host Kent Carlson sits down with community resident John Callender!  John is well informed, has great insights, he's an engaged community volunteer and a snowmobiling enthusiast!  Over the years, he’s been a trusted resource for many!  Today we will talk about how John is involved with his local snowmobiling club and what he believes one needs to know to optimize their snowmobiling experience here in central Minnesota.