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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Explore Minnesota More, hosts Sarah Strommen, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and Lauren Bennett McGinty, Executive Director of Explore Minnesota, explore the world of eating what you hunt. They are joined by special guests Mark Norquist, CEO of Modern Carnivore, and Lukas Leaf, Executive Director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters.

Key Points Discussed:
1. The benefits of eating wild game, including sustainability and personal satisfaction
2. The importance of proper preparation and cooking techniques for wild game
3. Accessibility challenges in hunting and foraging and efforts to overcome them
4. The stewardship aspect of hunting, fishing, and foraging
5. The growing trend of wild game and foraged ingredients in restaurants
6. Tips for beginners interested in trying wild game cuisine
7. Essential tools and equipment for cooking wild game, especially in outdoor settings
8. Personal stories and experiences with preparing and enjoying wild game

Guest Information:
- Mark Norquist: CEO of Modern Carnivore, an organization that reconnects people to healthy living through wild food experiences
- Lukas Leaf: Executive Director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, dedicated to preserving the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Call to Action:
Listeners are encouraged to share their experiences with eating what they hunt and explore Minnesota's outdoor opportunities.