Learn about Michigan’s Isle Royale, the most remote national park in the Midwest, with Park Superintendent Denice Swanke.

Isle Royale's isolation and primitive wilderness have challenged humans for centuries. Ironically, today they have become Isle Royale’s main attractions. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, there’s a whole new wild world to explore when you do arrive.

Snow is falling at Isle Royale and the park has closed for the season, but that doesn’t mean work is done for the year on this remote archipelago.  

After her first full season at the park, Superintendent Denice Swanke shares with Walt Lindala and Frida Waara her plans for 2022, and a look back at what the summer—including a wild fire—brought to the islands.

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