Kentucky Afield

Lee and myself practice some social distancing, and take a walk around the campus lake to sight fish for bass during this episode. Enjoy!

KDFWR Fisheries Director Paul Wilkes joins the podcast to answer Kentucky Afield viewers fishing questions, to talk about the broodstock musky program that supports the states entire musky population, and to discuss what's going on with the asian carp on the big lakes. Enjoy!

It's a podcast version of Kentucky Afield Television's 2020 Live Fishing Call-In Show! The panel includes host Chad Miles, biologist Jeff Crosby and Jeff Ross, and conservation officer Cody Berry. Enjoy!

KDFWR urban fisheries biologist Dane Balsman stops by to join us for an episode of the podcast, and lends his knowledge regarding fishing opportunities that are here now and on the horizon. We learn a bit about what's going on with trout and catfish stocking, a bit about hybrid bass, and talk about a whole mess of other things. Enjoy!

On this episode KDFWR furbearer biologist Laura Palmer joins us to talk coyotes and all things hunting/trapping related to other furbearer species. Give it a listen and find out all about one of Kentucky's most interesting animals!

Kentucky's threatened species biologist, Zack Couch, joins us to talk about the newest species to be discovered in the state. He also shares his knowledge of bats, salamanders, and a number of Kentucky's other most threatened animals. Enjoy!

It's just me (Chase) and Lee on this episode, but we've got some great stuff to talk about. We're looking back on our favorite outdoors memories from 2019 and looking forward to 2020. Enjoy!

Deer and elk biologist Kyle Sams joins us to talk about the record deer harvest Kentucky saw during modern firearms season, and to go over a few things that late season hunters should keep in mind. Enjoy!

The legendary Tim Farmer joins the podcast to talk a number of outdoors topics. Tim is a former host of Kentucky Afield TV, and the current host of Tim Farmers Country Kitchen. He's a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the outdoors, and especially cooking. We hope you enjoy the podcast, and encourage you to try one of his wild game recipes this winter!

KDFWR wildlife artist Rick Hill joins us to talk about his artwork, his inspirations, and his experiences. Rick has been an artist and an outdoorsman his entire life, and is likely best known by the outdoorsmen and women of Kentucky for his paintings that have been used on magazines, posters, license plates and more.

KDFWR Deer and Elk Program Coordinator Gabe Jenkins joins us to talk deer and deer hunting. It's that time of year, activity is picking up and modern firearms season opens statewide this weekend, so we thought it was fitting. Give it a listen and enjoy!

On this episode small game biologist Cody Rhoden joins us to field leftover questions from the Kentucky Afield Fall Hunting Call-In Show, and to lend his expertise on a variety of wildlife related topics. Enjoy!

It's been awhile since we recorded a podcast, but that's because we've been busy in the field! On this episode we're talking deer behavior and pre-rut hunting tactics, as well as what's coming up in the near future, some fishing opportunities, and fielding Instagram questions from listeners. Enjoy!

John Hast is a wild pig, bear, and furbearer biologist for KDFWR, and on this episode he's giving us the rundown of hogs here in Kentucky. He tells us about their biology, the problems they create, their origins, what's being done, and much more... Enjoy!

KDFWR biologist Wes Little joins us to tell us what he knows about dove hunting and migratory bird management, as well as to tell us what he learned during a CWD mock scenario recently. He's a migratory birds biologist, but an outdoorsman through and through. We also covered quota hunt opportunities and sign ups, and gave our sports takes for the local teams, which will be a regular occurrence from now on. Enjoy!

KDFWR private lands biologist Joe Lacefield joins the podcast in anticipation of deer season to lend us his knowledge on all things deer hunting, deer habitat, and deer behavior. Joe is an avid and experienced outdoorsman, a woodsman, a trapper, and much much more. Give it a listen and enjoy!

Brent McCarty joins us to talk about how important it is to get new people outdoors, and how to do it! We also touch on the BAFF system, keeping fish, and a whole host of other topics. Enjoy, and take somebody hunting or fishing!

Rachel Crume joins the Kentucky Afield Podcast to talk about a number of topics, including: Asian Carp, Deer Hunting, Dove Hunting, the BOW Program and many more! Give it a listen and enjoy! Be safe out there this fall, whether you're hunting, fishing, or just enjoying yourself in some other way.

Brandon Williams, a friend of mine and accomplished bowhunter joins the show to talk about different scouting strategies, trail cameras, archery hunting tactics, and much more... Give it a listen, get yourself ready for deer season, and enjoy!

KDFWR aquatic education program coordinator Easton Copley joins the podcast to talk fishing, and specifically kayak fishing. Not only is creek fishing hot right now but the department is also giving away a very very nice kayak fishing setup. Give it a listen and enjoy!

Fisheries biologist David Baker joins the podcast to talk about what he knows about... Fish. We know through the inter-workings and complexities of rock bass fishing, the in's and out's of managing a fishery, and also touch on a few great area locations to catch some nice fish. Enjoy!

Stream biologist Jason Herrala joins us on this episode to share his knowledge of all things related to Kentucky's creeks and rivers. We field some Instagram generated questions, talk a lot of fishing, and ultimately had a great time doing it. Enjoy!

Chad Harp from Canoe Kentucky joins the podcast to lend us his paddling knowledge and expertise. Kayaking and kayak fishing has grown at an amazing rate over the past several years, and this man has seen it all happen. Enjoy!

Rachel Crume, the director of the Fish and Wildlife Foundation and avid sportsman joins the podcast to talk fishing opportunities, and fun opportunities dealing with the Fish and Wildlife Foundation. The Salato Sampler is right around the corner and the foundations commission bull elk tag drawing is right around the corner as well! Enjoy!

Fisheries biologist Jeff Ross joins the show, and lends his expertise to a variety of topics. We give our derby picks, discuss the new state record largemouth bass, and have a Q&A session with questions taken during the live Kentucky Afield Call-In Show... Enjoy!

Deer and Elk Biologist Joe McDermott joins the podcast to talk about his work dealing with deer and elk in the state of Kentucky, to recap some fun spring turkey hunts, and to chat about the white bass run and other spring fishing opportunities. Enjoy!

On this episode of the podcast Nathan Brooks rejoins the show to talk about what's going on in the outdoors, and with the department... And there are certainly some great things as it relates to both! The white bass are running, spring fishing is in full effect, and turkey season is practically here! Enjoy!

Turkey Program Coordinator Zach Danks joins the podcast to talk all things turkey with us! We field questions submitted by fans of the show, and then naturally dive into fishing and sports... It's March Madness and turkey season is just around the corner! Enjoy!

Assistant director of fisheries, Mike Hardin joins the podcast to update us as to what's new with Asian Carp, how alligator gar are doing in Kentucky, and to preview the upcoming white bass run. Mike is a fishing guru, and truly a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things outdoors.

Geoff Roberts is a conservation educator at the Salato Wildlife Education Center, and an avid fisherman. He joins the podcast to tell us about a place that its without a doubt one of the most interesting, effective, and efficient when it comes to educating people (especially kids) about conservation and wildlife in the state of Kentucky... Of course we hit on some fishing techniques that are going to be hot here before long too... Enjoy, and make a trip to Salato!

Chad Miles, host of Kentucky Afield TV joins the podcast to talk about some shoots we've been on over the past year, tell funny stories, and talk about opportunities in the outdoors that are available now or will be available in the near future. Tune in and enjoy! We certainly enjoyed recording it!

Bobby Carey joins us to talk about the different ways we get our food and their affect on the environment. Bobby is a biologist and engineer who does his best to live "green", and uses both hunting and foraging to accomplish that. Enjoy!

We're talking about these brutal cold temperatures, elk relocation, the awesomeness of hunting dogs, and also about the current state of our reservoirs on this weeks episode! Stay warm, and we hope you enjoy it!

Rachel Young and Becky Wallen join the podcast to talk about the amazing Field to Fork programs and a small controversy surrounding who created them. We also talk about the opportunity provided by Otter Creek Park, coyote habits and tactics, and the explosion of eagles in Kentucky.

On the 28th episode of the podcast we're talking about one of the most impressive, interesting, and controversial stories in Kentucky's history... The world record smallmouth bass. We also have a new commissioner at KDFWR, Rich Storm, so that's a topic of conversation. And in addition to that coyote hunting is just starting to get good this winter so I wanted to share some tips and pointers for any of you who might be giving it a try for the first time. Enjoy!

Steve Beam joins us just before his retirement to talk about a long career in Wildlife Management. Currently Steve is the Director of Wildlife for the state of Kentucky, and he knows and has seen a thing or two... Some main topics are Cougars in Ky and CWD, but we also break off into a great Q&A and various random topics on the side. Enjoy!

Wes Little joins us for the 26th episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast, and to talk waterfowl. Give it a listen and find out how you can easily get into waterfowl hunting without breaking the bank, and what to expect for the rest of the season if you're already an experienced hunter. One thing that I thought was especially interesting was the information surrounding lead shot. Enjoy!

On a very fun 25th episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast John Hast, Bear, Pig, and Furbearer Biologist, joined us to talk about the state of black bears and wild pigs in Kentucky. I learned a lot, and had a lot of fun... As always, enjoy!

Assistant Director of Fisheries Mike Hardin joins us for the 24th episode of the podcast. Mike is a musky fishing genius who has great knowledge of fishing in general across the state, as well how to catch them and what's hot right now. We talk about musky (of course), asian carp, and other species that are just heating up... Such as smallmouth bass, sauger and trout. As always, we hope you enjoy it! Good luck out there.

Gabe Jenkins, Deer and Elk Program Coordinator for KDFWR, and Kyle Sams, Deer Biologist join me for the 23rd episode of the Kentucky Afield podcast. We talk about the impact and significance of Firearms Season, preview the rut, answer some listener questions, and much more. As always thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it! Good luck and be safe if you're hitting the woods!

Migratory Bird Program Coordinator John Brunjes joins us for the 22nd episode of the podcast. John is an expert on all things waterfowl, and an avid outdoorsman himself. He takes us through expectations for this season, surveys and studies that have been done, and also walks us through what's new for this year. We take questions from instagram and talk deer hunting as well. In addition to being a waterfowl expert John is an avid paddler, so we of course talk whitewater in the bluegrass state. Enjoy!

On the 21st episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we've got Scott and Rachel Crume on as guest; a married couple who happen to both be very avid outdoors people... We've also got a list of controversial topics and questions from Facebook. We're going through and giving our take on each of them. It was a fun one to record, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

On the 20th episode of the Kentucky Afield podcast we're joined by Roger LaPointe and Tom Hebert of Hunters for the Hungry to discuss what programs are available, and how they are useful tools that benefit the needy, the hunters, the landowners and the environment.

R3 branch manager Brent McCarty joins the podcast to discuss the future of hunting, fishing, and conservation in general. The future of wildlife management depends in large part on the success of programs within his division... Which are very very helpful for anyone who is interested in getting involved in the outdoors.

AS REQUESTED!! We've got the 2018 Kentucky Afield Fall Hunting Call-In Show for you on this episode of the podcast. We hope you learn something new, and of course hope that you enjoy it!

Deer season is upon us, and there are a lot of reg changes this year! We get you covered with all the changes you need to know about, talk about catching some big musky, and talk dove recipes on this episode!

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield podcast we briefly touch on the status of deer reg changes in the state, preview dove season with the most recent information, and also answer some random questions submitted by fans of the show and podcast. Enjoy!

Avid public land deer hunters Rachel Crume and Nathan Brooks join the podcast to talk about the upcoming deer season. We cover a variety of topics, and also take questions from fans via Instagram. Enjoy!

On this episode we are joined by KDFWR migratory birds biologist Wes Little. Wes is an expert on all things dove, duck, goose, crane and waterfowl in general. We talk about the banding process and why it's important, preview the upcoming dove season, and cover some interesting migratory bird stats and info as well! Enjoy.

Chad Miles, host of Kentucky Afield TV, joins us to talk about what it's like being the host of an outdoors hunting and fishing show... Of course we also touch on a few of his favorite hobbies, which include deer hunting and night fishing!