Professional ski photographer stays connected to her roots on the North Shore

Emily Tidwell is a professional ski photographer who grew up in Cook County, but now works primarily in the mountainous terrain of the American West.

Tidwell says she learned to ski in Minnesota and remains very connected to the North Shore, Lutsen Mountains, and the local community.

“I’ve been so lucky to have seen so many beautiful other places, both in the United States and around the world,” Tidwell said. “I think what draws me back to Cook County every time is the sense of community, and how unique the environment on the North Shore is.”

In this episode of WTIP’s Outdoor News Podcast, host Joe Friedrichs shares Tidwell’s journey from Cook County to the mountains of California, Oregon, Washington, and other states in the West.

Also in the episode, host Kalli Hawkins shares a recap of the 2022 firearms deer season along the North Shore.

Joe Friedrichs November 25, 2022