# Ely Ranger Retires, Lake Trout News, and RABC Update: News Update

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Podcast: [Paddle and Portage Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/paddle-and-portage-podcast-6722316)
Published: 2026-01-05T12:02:00+00:00
Episode link: https://paddleandportagepodcast.podbean.com/e/lake-trout-fishing-laws-ely-ranger-retires-and-rabc-update-news-update/
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## Resource

Aaron Kania recently retired from his post as the district ranger for the Kawishiwi Ranger District on Superior National Forest. The district is headquartered out of Ely. Kania arrived to Ely to the lead the district in May 2020. He spoke with Joe Friedrichs about why he is retiring now, what he's proud of during his tenure here, and what comes next for him personally and professionally. Also discussed in the news track are possible changes to the start date for lake trout fishing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, as well as an update on RABC permits. This news track update is sponsored by Loons Nest Coffee.

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