Swans used to be a popular game of choice for Minnesota hunters. But by the 1900’s, the entire population of trumpeter swans was gone.

Produced by Autumn Haeg

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood

Image: Loring Park swans in Minneapolis Park Board's winter house in Theodore Wirth Park, 1948 (Philip Dittes). Courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society

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