Jim Strader Outdoors

Million Dollar Winning Bass Pro Mark Menendez on tonight's show. Mark gave an outstanding tutorial on summertime bass fishing, tips and techniques.

Join co-host Scott Cronin and me on the air tonight as we dive into an eye-opening discussion with entomology experts Dr. Rebekah Epps and Johnathan Larson from the University of Kentucky. We will also be joined by Kurt Avery, founder of Sawyer Products, an industry leader specializing in insect repellents.

With school out for the summer, Jim and Scott share fishing and camping tips to help kids enjoy the outdoors.  

Jim and Scott talk about multi-species fishing opportunities around the region and interviewed KY High School State Bass Fishing Champions Levi Simms, Karson Stone and Coach Cody Napier about Muhlenburg County's eight state championships. Also covered wildlife news around the region.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk with Tyler Wayland, Land Management Conservationist and Business Development Manager for Roundstone Native Seed Company. Topics included the importance of native plants and how to plant and manage them for wildlife pollinators like butterflies and honey bees. For more info, check them out at roundstoneseed.com.

Tonight's guest, Mark Menandez, 3- time Bass Master Champion, 5- time Classic Qualifier and one and a half million-dollar winnings tournament Pro talks springtime bass fishing.

Jim and Scott discussed turkey season progress, fishing reports and tactics, dove field prep and wildlife notes.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about the unusual weather conditions and its effect on fish and the impact on turkey season.

Tonight's show was "Turkey Talk" with Matt Fulkerson, five-time NWTF turkey call making champion. We discussed the various types of turkey calls, their advantages under certain conditions. We also gave a forecast of this season's conditions, challenges and how to deal with them.

Tonight's guest is nationally renowned Wild Turkey Research Biologist, Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain has researched turkeys for thirty years and shares his data and turkey hunting experience.  For more info, go to wildturkeydna.com.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott interviewed World Bass Fishing Champion and Hoosier Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Wes Thomas. The conversation centered on tips and tactics for catching pre-spawn bass.  

Tonight's guest is Jeremy Mattingly, OTH Fishing and Crappie Monster. He shared pre-spawn crappie techniques. You can check him out at OTHfishing.com.

On tonight's show, Jim interviews Keith Mark, founder of hunternation.org. This is a national advocacy group for issues that affect outdoorsmen. For further information, go to hunternation.org.

Tonight's guest is nationally renowned Wild Turkey Research Biologist, Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain has researched turkeys for thirty years and shares his data and turkey hunting experience.  For more info, go to wildturkeydna.com.

Jim and Scott discussed late winter wildlife activities and fishing opportunities.

Jim and Scott interviewed Dr. Grant Woods, renowned Deer Biologist and host of Growing Deer TV.

Jim and Scott tackle wildlife conservation issues and its challenges in the future.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott interview Kyle Cauley, expert on calling techniques, optical conditions and equipment for effectively hunting coyotes.

Tonight's show highlighted the importance and benefits of controlled fire for wildlife and habitat management. Our guest was Jacob Stewart, President of the Kentucky Prescribed Fire Council and KDFWR Fire Management Officer.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott  discuss the importance of the proper clothing and outdoor gear to help you stay comfortable in widely varying weather conditions.

On tonight's show, Jim and his guests, Ed Morris, former President of the League of Kentucky Sportsmen and Larry Richards, past President of the Kentuckiana Chapter of Safari Club International comment about Attorney General Russell Coleman's published opinion that current Commission Chairmen Chuck Meade should resign or be removed by court action. The issue at stake is the Landowner Exemption gra...

Tonight, Jim and Scott talk about all things rabbit hunting with Scott Smith and Josh Bramel. They share decades of experience hunting with beagles and field troweling.  Scott Smith: 502-777-6216 Josh Bramel: 502-287-9743

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott give field reports and tips on late season deer hunting, small game and fishing reports.

Tonight, Jim and Scott interview a lifelong hunter, Evan Williams with HOYT USA and KOFA USA Outdoor Clothing Company.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about the status of waterfowl hunting in the region. They discussed duck numbers, harvest trends and management objectives with their guest, Scott Vance, Regional Director with Delta Waterfowl. For further info, go to www.deltawaterfowl.org  or contact Scott Vance at svance@deltawaterfowl.org.