Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors

Segment 2, 2024 Trout Unlimited began in 1959 with the mission of protecting trout popular fishing rivers. Since that time the organization has grown tremendously & had an impact beyond the cold water fisheries as a part of its DNA. Bill Bartee, host of the Carolina Outdoors , spoke to the Rocky River Trout Unlimited president, Paul Duffy.& we’re going to speak to local, chapter president...

Segment 3, 2024 The SouthPark area is known as the second largest business district in Charlotte behind Uptown.  At the turn of the century if was part of a 3,000-acre farm owned by former North Carolina governor Cameron Morrison.   Since then it has become a shopping and entertainment destination, office & residential area & the home of the SouthPark Mall  It is also the home to our Carol...

Segment 4, February 3rd, 2024 Remember a “ Walk in the Park “. Two Free Hikes on February 13th and March 11th, 2024, emanating from the local Charlotte outdoor store , Jesse Brown’s. Thanks to our guests: Paul Duffy, president of Rocky River Trout Unlimited , & Hike Guide and co-founder of the Urban Hike, Drew Thrasher. The Carolina Outdoors is sponsored by Jesse Brown’...

Segment 1, January 27th, 2024 A dry fall then a lot of winter rain.  Warm temperatures then a slight bit of cold, then extremely warm temperatures. What’s that mean for our lakes, farm ponds, and the bass that live in them?  What does it mean for the anglers that are pursuing them from boats or shore?  Christian Giglia from Jesse Brown’s joins the program to share what’s happening with...

Segment 2, January 28th, 2024 The entrance into a new year opens up a lot of new things for the Carolina Outdoors.  However, at the same time, it means that there are several things that are recognized as a tradition. One of them is the KASK Winter Short Track Series presented by Audi Charlotte & 76 .  This series has been going on for over twenty years Neal Boyd, founder & promoter, joins...

The beach, the lake, out on a stream, or just on a summer time walk:  That’s when we wear sunglasses, Right?  What if I told you that winter time is a more troubling time for sun and your eyes? Eliot Boyd from the high-end, active lifestyle & sport glass company , Maui Jim Sunglasses, joins the program to talk about the importance of eye protection year around. THINGS WE LEARN: Winter brings t...

Segment 4, January 28th, 2024 Remember one of the best Valentine’s Gifts ever:  A Fly Fishing Wade Trip for Two in the North Carolina mountains.  Buy it now & book it later. Check out upcoming events:  Free City Hikes , Fly Tying Classes , & Fly Fishing Trips . Special thanks to our guests:  Christian Giglia from Jesse Brown’s, Neal Boyd from the Kask Short Track Winter Series...

Segment 1, January 20th, 2024 The Carolina Outdoors starts up with a history & success of Snowboarding & finishes with a Nourish Up & feeding the community. The Carolina Outdoors is powered by the local, independent fly shop , Jesse Brown’s.

Segment 2, January 20th, 2024 It’s winter time in the Carolinas and that continues our conversations about some of the sports of winter.  Previous segments have had us visiting with some of the North Carolina Resorts (listen to the podcast) where skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, tubing are all taking place but we wanted to delve a little bit into the history and growth of one of those sports. Ch...

Segment 3, January 20th, 2024 Talking about food on an outdoor show can be fun.  We’ve covered camping food, state fair food, and the traditions & symbolism of food during certain times of the year like Thanksgiving & New Year’s.  On this segment  Tina Postel , CEO of Nourish Up recently joined Bill Bartee, host of the Carolina Outdoors to speak about the food & nourishment needs...

Segment 4, January 20th, 2024 Always learning here on the Carolina Outdoors Program & Podcast. The 18th edition of the Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is coming to Charlotte on March 21st, 2024.    All Travelers, anglers, & fans of independent film are welcome to purchase a ticket   while supplies last.  Live music begins at 5 p.m. with the films starting at 7 p.m.  Members of the fly fishing...

Segment 1, January 13th, 2024 Opening Segment of this week’s program.  Listen in as host, Bill Bartee, speaks about how to handle high water and crossing streams.  Later in the show, Bartee, catches up with Talia Freeman from Beech Mountain Resort to learn what’s happening on the mountain this winter. The Carolina Outdoors is powered by Jesse Brown’s, Charlotte’s original o...

Segment 2, January 13th, 2024 Of course with the recent rains that we’ve gotten over the past weeks it has brought cause for those of us travelling in water.  Of course, recognizing how we’re travelling in our car is one thing but what about those folks that are in the back country? Your host, Bill Bartee, on this edition of the Carolina Outdoors , shares how to be educated & careful about cro...

Segment 3, January 13th, 2024 Beech Mountain Resort in Beech Mountain, NC, is the highest altitude ski resort on the East Coast.  Talia Freeman returns to the Carolina Outdoors to talk about the season, investments in equipment, & snow tubing on this edition of the Carolina Outdoors. During the conversation you’ll learn about the Village at the base of the mountain that hosts lodging, fo...

Segment 4, January 13th, 2024 Tune in for any missed segments via Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors & you’re always invited to the outdoor store of Charlotte , Jesse Brown’s. You’re always invited to visit the store in-person or online .

Segment 1, January 6th, 2023 This week Carolina Outdoors host Bill Bartee dives into conversations surrounding fly-tying skills and events along with discussing some of the most affordable mountain towns in the USA! Powered by local outdoor store & fly shop in Charlotte , Jesse Brown’s: host Bill Bartee invites you to a replay of a visit with Elijah Saint Blancard of Jesse Brown’s...

Segment 2, January 6th, 2023 It doesn’t get much better than the mountains! On this segment of the Carolina Outdoors show, host Bill Bartee dives into conversation inspired by a The Future of the Mountain Town article written by Heather Hansman of Outside Online. With towns listed such as Legrand, Oregon, Reno, Nevada, and Saranac, New York Hansman discusses the affordability and appreciatio...

Segment 3, January 6th, 2023 It’s fly-fishing season, folks! In the fly-fishing world, the sport is divided into 3 skill categories: casting, fishing, and fly-tying. Jesse Brown’s Outdoors’ very own head fly-fishing instructor and guide Elijah Saint Blancard joins the Carolina Outdoors show to talk all about that third pillar, fly-tying. Elijah delves into the environment out on...

Segment 4, January 6th, 2024 Wrap up!  Seven Most Affordable Mountain Towns in the US, broadcast student, Adam Suggs, & head fly fishing guide & lead instructor, Elijah Saint Blancard, talks fly tying . The Carolina Outdoor program is powered by the local fly shop & Charlotte’s outdoor store , Jesse Brown’s. Outfitting for a hike, trip, or fly rod since 1970.

Segment 1, December 30th, 2023 All aboard and welcome to the final Carolina Outdoors episode of 2023! This week Carolina Outdoors host Bill Bartee dives into conversations all about the popular winter activities of skiing, snowboarding, and duck hunting!  Powered by local outdoor store & fly shop in Charlotte , Jesse Brown’s: host Bill Bartee invites you to a replay of a visit with Jimmy...

Segment 2, December 30th, 2023 It’s wintertime and folks not only from the Carolinas but up and down the eastern seaboard are making the trip to the largest ski resort in North Carolina! Sugar Mountain Resort is the destination of the season and Kim Jochl joins the Carolina Outdoors podcast to discuss all things Ski Sugar. Kim Jochl is an aviator, multiple time author, ski athlete, and helps...

Segment 3, December 30th, 2023 Believe it or not, there are few groups of people who love this time of year when the cold and nastier weather shows up! On this section of Carolina Outdoors we delve into the life of one of those groups– duck hunters. Jimmy Dobes of Southeast Specialty Outdoors joins the conversation to discuss all things duck hunting and how to best prepare for an enjoyable h...

Segment ,4 December 30th, 2023 Show wrap up includes thank you to Kim Jochl from Sugar Mountain Resort & Jimmy Dobes from Southeast Specialty Outdoors. For more information visit us at Charlotte’s outdoor store , Jesse Brown’s

Segment 1, December 23rd, 2023 Saddle Up!  The Carolina Outdoors is now in session.  Powered by local outdoor store & fly shop in Charlotte , Jesse Brown’s: Host Bill Bartee invites you to a replay of a visit with Dick Roberts of McAdenville & Stephen Youngblade from the Whitewater Center.

Segment 2, December 23rd, 2023 Built so that you could access the activities of the mountains closer to the city, The Whitewater Center, located in western Mecklenburg continues to be a place of activity, even in the winter. Many of us use the venue for mountain biking, climbing, music festivals, ropes courses and YES-white water rafting and kayaking.  But what about… winter time? Several ye...