Kentucky Afield

Fall Hunting Call-In 2013

Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about hunting

Netting Cumberland; Lew Kornman Lure Collection

Fisheries biologists study the fish at Lake Cumberland, plus fishing the old fashioned way with Lew Kornman's Lure Colle

Cogan's Woods; Canning Deer

Tales from Cogan's Woods, fishing reports, and a holiday canning project

Best of 2013 Kentucky Afield

The Best of 2013: Western Ky. duck hunt, largemouth bass on Farm Pond, and a bull elk hunt.

Passenger Pigeon; Don Everly

A conservation lesson regarding the now extinct passenger pigeon and special guest Kentuckian Don Everly of the Everly B

Rabbit Hunt; Black Bear Update

Join a rabbit hunt in Clinton County and get an update on black bear in Kentucky

Elk Capture; Small Mouth Bass; Boat Show

Tag along on an elk capture; small mouth bass fishing; and the 2014 Louisville Boat Show

Black Bear Dens; Falconry; Retriever Training

In search of black bears in southeastern Kentucky

Quail Season

Quail restoration and how you can help in graduation for some of Kentucky's finest

Ice Fishing; Duck Decoy Carving

Ice fishing on a frozen over lake and how to carve duck decoys

Surf and Turf - Bass fishing; Squirrel hunting

Bass fishing, squirrel hunting, and the perfect way to filet silver carp

General Live Viewer Call-in

Carter Cave Bats and Wildlife Photography

Bats with white nose syndrome; and a wildlife photographer shares his passion for hunting

All Things Spring; Sauger; Small Ponds; Outdoorswoman

It's all things spring on the Kentucky River as Tim Farmer, Chino Ross, and Marc Johnson search for a sauger. Then see w

Turkey Season Opens; Flintlock Rifles

Opening day of turkey season; period accurate flintlock rifles; and meet a 14 year old turkey calling champion

Fishing Call-In 2014

Tim Farmer and experts from the Ky. Dept. of Fish and Wildlife answer viewer questions about fishing during the annual l

Turkey and Raccoon Hunting; Cold Crappie

Turkey season, Raccoon season, cold crappie at Lake Barkley

Morel Mushrooms; Turkey Hunt

Tim Farmer takes a friend on his first turkey hunt and gathers morel mushrooms

Fly Fishing; Goose Survey

Sportsman Tim Farmer goes fishing with Danny Langford of Boyle Co., a goose survey, and fly fishing are featured.

Basketball Coaches Go Fishing

Legendary Kentucky basketball coaches Joe B. Hall and Denny Crum take their rivalry to a favorite lake in the Bluegrass

Venomous Snakes; UK Shotgun Team

Identifying venomous snakes with State Herpetologist John MacGregor, fishing with Campbell Miles, and the University of

Big Head Carp Fishing; White Bass; UV Exposure

Follow Tim Farmer as he travels to the tail waters of Lake Barkley in search of Big Head Carp with Jim Doom. While there

Trout and Bluegill on Lake Cumberland

Tim and Brandon Wade go fishing for trout and bluegill on Lake Cumberland

Fishing the Ohio River; Rattlesnake Tracking; Bow Making

Tim joins Chino Ross for a multi-species day on the Ohio River by the Louisville skyline. Also featured are rattlesnake

Long Range Marksmanship; Jug Fishing

In memory of long-range marksman, Bruce Naude, Kentucky Afield re-airs his story, and then Tim heads to Taylorsville Lak

Basics fishing tips; Cowboy shoot out

Back to basics fishing tips and cowboy action shoot out

Lesser Known Lake Fishing; Frog Legs

Fishing at quiet lesser known lakes with Carl Hurley, and cooking up frog legs

Tracking Geese; Fish Processing

Tracking Geese and Fish Processing

Trap Shooting; Deer Hunt Planning; Invasive Aquatic Plants

Champion trap shooter Nora Ross, planning for deer hunting season, and aquatic invasive plants at Paintsville Lake are f

Catfish Tournament; Pro fisherman Clay Dyer

Braxton, Kentucky AField's biggest little fan, returns to fish with Tim, Aaron Wheatley organizes the "Monsters on the O

Cave Run Lake Crappie; Asian Carp

Fisheries biologist Tom Timmerman at Cave Run Lake, fishing for crappie, and harvesting Asian Carp are featured

Non-Game Wildlife Live Call-In

Tim Farmer and colleagues from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer questions from viewers abou

Kinman Lake; Hybrid Fishing

Meet Kentucky fisheries veteran Benjy Kinman and explore the lake in Henry Co. named in his honor. Byron Crawford and Ti

Cumberland River Drift Fishing; Bluegill; Smoking Fish

Tim's at Cumberland River to fish for trout with Brandon Wade and then for bluegill on the lake. Also, learn how to make

Squirrel Hunting and Recipes; Record Largemouth

Host Tim Farmer takes his granddaughters squirrel hunting and showcases a crock pot recipe; relive the 30th anniversary

Dove Hunting /w Greg Johnson; Bass Fishing /w Wade Brown; Songbirds

New Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Greg Johnson goes dove hunting in Clinton County; Tim fishes with Wade Brown,

Deer Hunting Season Prep

Harvesting a doe, elk hunting, and preparing for the hunting season are featured

Smokey Valley Lake; Hatchery Creek Construction; Fly Tying

Tim travels to Carter Cave State Park and visits Smokey Valley Lake, the construction of the Hatchery Creek project belo

Duck; Dove; Deer and Squirrel Hunting

Follow Tim on an action-packed day of duck, dove, deer and squirrel hunting. He shares a recipe for deer steak

Sporting Clays; Muzzleloaders

Tim and the crew head to Owenton to meet a sporting clay champion and later cover muzzleloaders with a master craftsman

Modern Gun Deer; Canning Deer

Tim and Niki go deer hunting the opening week of modern gun season. Tim gives advice on canning deer meat

Outdoors after stroke; Cogan's Woods; Tennessee River Fishing

A man helps his dad rekindle his love for fishing and hunting after his stroke, Kentucky author Ron Ellis in Cogan's woo

Squirrel Dog; Rabbit Hunting with Beagles; Lab hunts Deer

Meet Peanut the squirrel dog, go rabbit hunting in Harrison County with Big Al's beagle hounds, and visit with a lab tha

The Best of 2014

Tim Farmer revisits the best of 2014

DIY Coyote Call; Forest and Fish Cedar Trees; Lasagna Recipe

A do-it-yourself electronic coyote call, forest and fish management in the form of cedar trees, and Tim's favorite lasag

Squirrel Hunting in Western Kentucky; Kentucky Lake Largemouth; Grouse Habitat

Tim goes squirrel hunting in western Kentucky and chases largemouth bass on Kentucky Lake, and a grouse habitat in Morga

1760's Squirrel Hunting; Colonial-era Weaponry; Flintlock Rifles

Tim and Jayd Raines go 1760's-style squirrel hunting and cooking in Floyd Co., Mel Hankla from Mefford's Fort in Mason C

Green River Lake Crappie; Lake Sturgeon; Rabbit Habitats

Crappie fishing on Green River Lake, the reintroduction of Lake Sturgeon in Laurel River, and rabbit habitats are featur

Minnesota-style ice fishing; Duck Decoy Artist; Meet Gary Rogers

Minnesota-style ice fishing in Grant County, duck decoy artist David Harris, and meet Gary Rogers, a man who loves teach

Tim Farmer celebrates 20 years; Tim in the Kitchen; Blue Catfish restock

Tim Farmer celebrates 20 years as Kentucky Afield host, meet Rauol Desprez who inspired Tim in the kitchen, and the rest

Champion Duck Caller; Mallars of Fulton; Beavers

Ever wondered what a championship duck caller sounds like? Host Tim Farmer quacks it up with national duck caller Jim Ki

Lake Cumberland Striped Bass; Handcrafted Turkey Calls; Hope Carleton Tribute

Striped bass fishing at Lake Cumberland with Lance Sasser's Guide Service, Colt Peel from Jessamine County and his handc

Knife making; Turkey Hunting Tips

Knife making and turkey hunting tips

Turkey Call-in Show 2015

Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' questions about turke

Spring Fishing Call In 2015

im Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about fishing

Turkey Hunt; Sauger Fishing; Kentucky River Locks

Tim heads to Greenup Co. for a turkey hunt, takes his grandkids sauger fishing, and David Hamilton talks about the reope

Beagle Trial; Kayaking a Farm Pond; First Turkey Hunt

Tim visits a beagle trial in Butler County, spends time in a kayak in a farm pond, and takes a youth on his first turkey

Elmer Davis Lake Fishing; Youth Turkey Hunter; Hush Puppies Recipe

Fishing in Owen County's Elmer Davis Lake, meet youth turkey hunter Kelsey Chesnut from Laurel County, and a recipe for

Asian Carp on Barkley Dam; Memorial Day; Skin Care

Tim and Jim Doom take aim on Asian Carp at Barkley Dam, the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony, and a dermatolo

Pro Bass Angler Bill Day; Fishing with Bruce Midkiff

Pro bass angler Bill Day is Tim's special guest this week. Tim celebrates 20 years as Kentucky Afield host. He goes fish

Fishing 101; Hooten Old Town

Tim Farmer reviews basic fishing skills with a novice, then tries out those skills on the Ohio River. We also visit Hoot

Bow Fishing Barkley Dam; Tim and his Dad Fly-Fish

Jim Doom and Tim Farmer go bow fishing at Barkley Dam with youth archery champions. Tim and his dad, Jerry, go fly-fishi

McAlpine Dam Fishing; Rattlesnakes; Traditional Bow Making

Tim Farmer fishes with Chino Ross near Louisville's McAlpine Dam. Then we take a look at rattlesnakes in Kentucky. Last,

Old-Timer Lessons; Pig Salting

Tim Farmer revisits some old folks who have made a major impact on his hunting style and his life. Also, take a look bac

Noodling for Catfish; Owensboro Fishing; Catfish Study

Fishing for catfish at Lake Barkley, meet noodling experts Ryan and Jesse Steenbergen, fishing with Aaron Wheatley on th

Cumberland River Drifting for Trout; 112th Shotgun Shoot; Remembering Ruth Brame

Tag along with Brandon Wade of the Cumberland Drifters in search of trout on the Cumberland River. Near Berea, youth tak

Hybrid Catfish; Banding Geese; Green River Smallmouth

Biologist Steve Marple discusses hybrid catfish; a young woman bands geese; and Tim Farmer fishes for smallmouth bass on

Largemouth Wacky Rig; Goose Survey

Tim Farmer joins Danny Langford at Cedar Creek Lake in Lincoln County, where he uses a wacky rig for largemouth bass. Th

Answers About Creatures Great and Small

Tim Farmer and colleagues from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer questions from viewers abou

Floating Elkhorn Creek; HIP Survey; Winter Wheat

Writer Kevin Kelly with Kentucky Afield Magazine and Tim Farmer chase smallmouth bass. The HIP survey that migratory bir

Fall Fishing Call-In 2015

Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about fishing

State Record Bluegill; Archery Hunt for Deer; Blind Hunting Dog

Meet Phil Conyers, who caught the Kentucky state record bluegill at 4lb. 3oz. Tag along with Tim Farmer for last year's

Elk Hunt 101; Dove Season

From knowing where you're hunting to how to get your harvest home, Tim says "Elk Hunt 101" is a must see. Also, a look a

Fishing Corinth Lake; Salato New Bald Eagle; Becoming a Conservation Officer

Fishing on Corinth Lake in Owen County; a new bald eagle arrives at the Salato Wildlife Center in Frankfort; training fo

Striper on Lake Cumberland; Late Summer Crappie

Tim Farmer, Lance Sasser, and Bobby Masters fish for striper on Lake Cumberland. Also, Kris Mann has a plan for late sum

Lake Cumberland Kentucky Bass; Big Water Fisherman Chad Miles; Fly Fishing Demonstration

Kentucky Bass bite at Lake Cumberland; fishing with Tim and big water fisherman Chad Miles; and a demonstration of fly f

Elk Season Hunt; David Jones Green River Lake Fishing; Kids Squirrel Hunt

Elk season begins and Mary Catherine McGirk goes in search of a prized bull. Later, angler David Jones fishes on Green R

Cottonmouth Snake Search; Lake Laurel Walleye; Deer Chili

Expert John MacGregor amd Hopkins Co. resident Jon Wells go in search of cottonmouth snakes. Also, a look back at Tim's

Archery Season Deer Search; Squirrel Dog Peanut; Mollusk Conservation

Archery season sends Tim in search of a deer. Meet Bruce White and his squirrel dog Peanut. Dr. Monte McGregor shows how

Owen County Bird Hunting; Intro to Trapping

Watch man's best friend go bird hunting at Elk Creek Hunt Club in Owen County. Also, Micah Seavers in Fulton County prov

Fall Hunting Call-In 2015

Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about hunting

Deer Hunting with Handguns; Shaker Village Quail Hunt; Float-n-fly Fishing Method

Tim hunts deer with a modern handgun, quail hunting at Shaker Village, and Lee McClellan demonstrates the float-n-fly me

State Record Elk; Hatchery Creek in Spring; Teaching Dogs to Track

A new state record for elk by David Giles of Fayette County, spring fishing in Hatchery Creek in Russell County, and tea

Fishing Tennessee River; Cogan's woods

Tim goes fishing on the Tennessee River in western Kentucky, a son helps revitalize his dad's love for fishing and hunti

The Best of 2015

A turkey hunt surprise, fly fishing, and cottonmouth snakes: Tim Farmer looks back on the highlights of the past year

Squirrel Hunt via Mule-drawn Carriage; Stocking Muskie

Tim Farmer takes us squirrel hunting via a mule-drawn carriage, and we witness Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife

Kentucky Birds of Prey

Tim talks with Fish & Wildlife experts Kate Slankard and Geoff Roberts about Kentucky raptors

Archery Trade Show; Green River Lake Crappie

Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Greg Johnson, the latest innovations in archery equipment at the Archery Trade Sho

Wonderful World of Fishing Lures

Tim sits down with the Kentucky inventor of the AC Shiner top water fishing lure. Retired fisheries biologist Lou Kornma

The Right Kind of Ammo

Anderson County's Mark Marraccini talks about ammunition for hunting and fisheries biologist Jeff Ross shows anglers nif

Colonial-era Weaponry

Tim meets Jayd Raines in Floyd County for 1760's-style squirrel hunting and cooking. Mel Hankla from Mefford's Fork in M

Duck Calling; Beaver Traps

Tips from national duck calling champ Jim King, mallards and mastery in Fulton County, and Micah Seavers shows the steps

Quails, Squirrels, and Fishes

Tim Farmer and experts highlight practices at work to benefit quail and grouse. They visit Adair County and the Paintsvi

Knife Making; Turkey Hunting

Bladesmith Nick Peel of Jessamine County introduces Tim to the art of knife making. Also, tips on turkey hunting

Tim Farmer's Final Show

Tim Farmer hosts his final show and focuses on three Spring activities: turkey hunting, bass fishing, and hunting morel

Welcome Chad Miles; Dale Hollow Smallmouth

First, we take a look back at Tim Farmer's 20-year career as host of "Kentucky Afield." Then new host Chad Miles introdu

Spring Turkey Call-in 2016

Spring Turkey Call-in 2016

High Bridge Walleye and Sauger; Archery Championship; Trapping Groundhog and Muskrat

Guide Chino Ross puts us in the thick of walleye and sauger near High Bridge. We also stop by the Kentucky NASP archery

Cedar Creek Lake Spring Bass; American Black Duck

Chad goes fishing for early spring bass on Cedar Creek Lake. A visit to Cabin Creek Lures and waterfowl biologists near

Swim Baits; Medicinal Herbs; Baitcasting tips

We hit the coves at Lake Cumberland as host, Chad Miles, shows a winning technique for fishing swim baits. Then, in Clar

Kentucky's New Trout Stream

Chad Miles and others fish Kentucky's new trout stream. The trip includes a look at where Kentucky Trout come from and h

Spring Fishing Call-In 2016

Spring Fishing Call-In Show 2016

Taylorsville Lake Crappie; Avoiding Black Bears; Ruffed Grouse

Chad and the crew fish for crappie at Taylorsville Lake, expert advice on how to avoid the path of black bears during ma

Homemade Bait; Kids Education; Ky Largest Boat Ramp

Catching fish with homemade bait, how conservation education is fueling interest in outdoor kids, and one of Kentucky's

Kentucky Lake Bass Fishing; Peregrine Falcons

Chad Miles and the crew try out an effective bass fishing technique on Kentucky Lake, and then check on a peregrine falc

Beaver Lake Fishing; Declining Barn Owl; Trapping Tradition

Chad and his son Leo go fishing at Beaver Lake, research on the declining barn owl population, and passing the tradition

Managing Deer Population

Wildlife biologists and technicians track does and their offspring in order to check the health of Kentucky's deer popul

A Fond Farewell to Scott Moore

We bid farewell to longtime executive producer Scott Moore with a look back at three of his favorite stories: duck hunti

Nolin Lake Fishing; Mammoth Cave Snake Search; Rough Grouse

We go fishing with Terry Watts on Nolin Lake, search for snakes at Mammoth Cave National Park, and learn about the rough

Kentucky Lake Night Bass; Shocking Boat; Lake Cumberland Swim Bait

Night bass fishing at Kentucky Lake, Chad and crew tag along on a shocking boat at Cedar Creek Lake, and see why Lake Cu

Ohio River Striped Bass; Elkhorn Creek Smallmouth Kayaking; Trap Shooting

Jim Doom leads Chad and the crew to monster striped bass in the Ohio River, smallmouth bass kayak fishing along Elkhorn

Cumberland River Trout; Taylorsville Lake Crappie

Catching trout on the Cumberland River, what one sportsman's club is doing to get women involved in shooting sports, fis

Dale Hallow Night Smallmouth; Bows for Deer Season; Archery Trade Show

Night-time fishing for smallmouth bass on Dale Hollow Lake, advice on bows for deer archery season, and the Archery Trad

Wildlife Diversity Call-In 2016

Wildlife Diversity Call-In 2016

Fishing with Kids; Cave Run Lake Habitat; Catfish Bait Recipe

Fishing with kids, the fish habitat improvement program at Cave Run Lake, and a unique recipe for catfish bait are featu

White Tail Archery; Tracking Does

This week it's all about deer. Archery season for white tails opens the first Saturday in September. We're in the field

Elk Season; Youth Squirrel Hunt

Get ready for elk season with biologist Gabe Jenkins, the two biggest elk ever taken in Kentucky, and a squirrel hunt fo

Ohio River Asian Carp; Snake Science; Largest Boat Ramp

Fishing for Asian carp on the Ohio River, snake science at the Kentucky Reptile Zoo, and launching the largest boat ramp

Dove Season; Canoe Crafting; Nolin Lake Fishing

Dove season is in full swing. Chad Miles visits a public dove field. Then we meet a master canoe craftsman and catch a f

Archery Season; KY Wounded Heroes; Night Bass Fishing

A look at archery season, a way to enjoy hunting while helping your community, a group that assists Kentucky's wounded h

On a Family Dove Hunt

A father/daughter dove hunt, custom crank baits in Bowling Green, and fisheries biologists conduct a fish shocking study

Fall Fishing Call-In 2016

Host Chad Miles and representatives from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' calls ab

Hooks and Bows, and Smallmouth Bass

Chad and the crew are ready with hooks and bows, outdoorsmen learn new skills, and one of the best streams in the state

Hunting Bull Elk, Fishing Bluegill

Go hunting for bull elk in Knott County during the rifle season, Chad puts some venison on the table, and kids catch blu

Boat Electronics and Muskie Fishing

Fishing for muskie in Cave Run Lake, a class to understand your boat electronics, and fishing for stripers and hybrids o

Fall Hunting Call-in 2016

Chad Miles and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' questions about hunti

Deer Hunting and Dangerous Reptiles

Some of the best deer hunting in the state, a different approach for crappie anglers, and dangerous reptiles are feature

Trout, Deer, and Canoe Making

Catch and release trout streams, a quota hunt to weigh the importance between deer and data; and a master craftsman who

Rabbit Hunting with Denny Crum

Chad and former University of Louisville men's basketball coach Denny Crum hunt for rabbits in Nelson County, catching t

Looking Back on 2016

Chad looks back at some of the stories from 2016 including searching for bighead carp, hunting bull elk, and fishing for

Early Winter Bass and Songbirds

We're on Barren River Lake for the early winter bass bite. Then, we check with our avian biologists on the population of

Turkey Hunting and Crankbaits

Turkey hunting, a float and fish at Floyds Fork in Jefferson Co., and handcrafting crankbaits in western Kentucky are fe

Fishing Laurel Lake and Venison

Fisheries biologist John Williams hunts for big fish on Laurel Lake; the connection between Frankfort, Kentucky and the

A New Fishery and Boat Electronics

The newest fishery in the state, flushing a covey of quail in western Kentucky, and boat electronics are featured.

Hunting Dogs and Wild Hogs

We're in the company of good dogs in Anderson County on the trail of busy tails, biologists investigate wild hogs in the

Boating Items and Elk Measurements

Fishing for crappie on Green River Lake, new boating items, and the official measurements of the state record elk are fe

Bass Fishing, Trappers, and Ducks

Fishing for bass on Lake Cumberland, next generation of trappers, and searching for the American black duck are featured

Hunting Beagles and Boat Safety

Beagles in western Kentucky on the scent of cottontails, reminders on boating safety at Taylorsville Lake, and fishing f

Turkey Call-In

Chad Miles and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' questions about turke

Raccoons, Deer Hunting, and More!

Chasing raccoons at Otter Creek, searching for white bass in the Salt River, and a deer hunting activity are featured.

Black Bears and Knife Making

Black bears are here to stay in Kentucky! Host Chad Miles travels to Harlan County with biologists to check on a mother

Searching for Sauger and Mammoth Cave Reptiles!

Searching for sauger on the Kentucky River, the NASP State Championship, and John MacGregor and his slithering friends a

Spring Fishing Call-in, 2017

Where are the fish biting? What is the best bait? Chad Miles and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildli

Alabama Rig, Wildlife Survival, and More

Host Chad Miles discovers why a lock and dam near Brownsville was demolished and what it means for fishing. Drew Sadler

Squirrel Hunt and Wild Hogs

Dogs go on a squirrel hunt in Anderson County, wildlife biologists investigate wild hogs, and tips for keeping your fish

Elk in Kentucky

Celebrate 20 years of elk in Kentucky and get a behind-the-scenes look at the annual drawing for elk permits.

Spring Hunting Lesson

Spring hunting lesson, gearing up for fishing, and looking out for roaming bears are featured.

Homemade Bait and More!

Homemade bait that really catches fish, conservation education is fueling interest in outdoor kids, and see how one of K

Fishing Tradition and a Record Elk!

A fishing tradition on Nolin River, a new Kentucky elk record, and a reintroduction of a native Kentucky bird of prey ar

Learning to Hunt, and Kayaking!

Learn to hunt, visit the largest gathering of kayakers in the country, and go to Cedar Creek Lake with a Kentucky-based

Father's Day Celebration and More!

Meet a Grayson Co. man who is an artist, outdoorsman, and friend of hall-of-famer archer Fred Bear. Learn how popular sp

Kentucky Birds and Deep-Water Bass Fishing

A fishing trip to Rough River Lake, preserving the populations of some of Kentucky's best birds, and learning a techniqu

A New Shooting Sport, Plus Catfish!

A new shooting sport created in Kentucky, fishing for catfish on Taylorsville Lake, and Chad hops on a shocking boat at

Muskie Fishing and Medicinal Plants

Muskie fishing with River Rat Guide Service, Betty Perry, and medicinal plants of Kentucky are featured.

Reeling in Panfish and More!

Reeling in panfish on Lake Barkley, floating down the Licking River, and tagging and studying fawns are featured.

Bass Fishing with State Champs

Bass fishing with state champs, testing a bass fishing technique on Nolin Lake, and paying tribute to a beloved Kentucky

Frog Gigging and Fishing Memories

Frog gigging on a Kentucky pond, how to preserve a memory of catching a big fish, and summertime bait are featured.

Becoming an Outdoorswoman

A simple fishing trip and a look at the Becoming an Outdoorswoman Program are featured.

Non-Game Call-In

Chad Miles and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer questions from viewers about n

Fishing with UK Football Players

Fishing with Kentucky football players, fishing at night, and a look at the upcoming deer season

Dove Season and Canoe Craftsman

Dove season, a master craftsman in Bowling Green builds wooden canoes, and catching white bass at Nolin Lake are feature

Fishing for Trout, and Deer Season!

Fishing for trout on some of the most serene waters in the state, your own private paradise, and searching for deer are

Fall Hunting Call-In 2017

Chad Miles and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' questions about hunti

Fishing During the Solar Eclipse!

Hunting season is finally here, and we're in the field in pursuit of doves. Then, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is re

Turkey Calling and Fishing with a Bow!

Deer hunting, world-class turkey callers in southern Kentucky, and fishing with a bow are featured.

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Experts discuss Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on deer and elk and how to keep it out of the state

Hunting Predators and Prey; Tip for Deer Season

his week, we go elk hunting on a mountain top, and then shift our focus to hunting predators as fall beckons. Last, lear

Wild Pigs; Rabbit Season; Venison Recipe

Biologists get you up to speed on wild pigs and let you know what to do if you encounter one. Rabbit season is in full s

Fall Hunting Season Underway in Kentucky

Advice for hunters as deer, rabbit, and squirrel hunting seasons kick into high gear

Muzzleloader Hunt, Boat Safety, Venison Jerky, and More

Deer hunting with a muzzleloader, cold water boat safety, making venison jerky

Rabbit Hunt; Deer Hunt in the Snow; Cold Water Fishing

Rabbit season is open, snow on a deer hunt, and cold water fishing in kayaks.

Swamp Rabbits; Archery Buck Hunt; Fishing with Jim

Hunting swamp rabbits, going on an archery buck hunt, catching fish with friends

Pet Dog Rabbit Hunt; Coyote Hunt; Youth Squirrel Hunt

A house beagle who hunts rabbits, coyote hunting, and watching youth hunt squirrel.

Deer Hunt; Trout Fishing; Fish Habitat

Filling our 2022 buck tag and freezer; fly fishing with an expert for trout; and more

Preparing Venison; Historic Elk Release; Elk Hunt

Chad shows us how to cut venison steak and grind deer meet; and favorite elk hunts.

2022 Favorite Segments

We're looking back at some of our favorite 2022 adventures

2022 Favorite Segments, Part Two

We look back at some more of our favorite segments from 2022

Quail Hunt, Sandhill Cranes, and More

We're hunting for quail at Shaker Village and searching for Sandhill Cranes.

Predator Hunting; Rolling Fork WMA; Black Bass Fishing

Predator hunting; Rolling Fork WMA, fishing Dale Hollow Lake, creating fish habitats.

Dog Breeds That Love to Hunt

We're out on the hunting trail with hounds, beagles, and a mountain feist.

Lake Sturgeon; Quail Hunting; Stock Trout Fishing

Learning about the lake sturgeon, trout fishing, and quail hunting.

Rabbit Hunting; Sauger Fishing; Eagle Monitoring

Rabbit hunting with friends, sauger fishing, monitoring the bald eagle population.

Wild Turkey Survey; Alabama Rig; Goose Hunting

Monitoring wild turkeys, catching bass with the Alabama rig, goose hunting in the 1980s

Crow Hunting, Salato Wildlife Center, Trophy Bass Fishing

Crow hunting, visiting the Salato Wildlife Education Center, fishing for trophy bass.

Spring Fishing Question and Answer Show

Chad Miles and a panel of experts answer questions about spring fishing.

Rabbit Hunt; On Patrol; Prescribed Burn

One last rabbit hunt, on patrol with conservation officers, learn about a prescribed burn.

Falcon Rabbit Hunt; Lake Barkley Project; Squirrel Hunting

We hunt using falconry, visit a project on Lake Barkley, and go fox squirrel hunting

Coyote Hunting, Fishing App, Building a Self Bow, and More

Coyote hunting, using a fishing app, building a self bow, fishing for sauger.

Kayak Fishing, Private Land Biologists, Top Dogs, and More

Kayak fishing for largemouth bass, land management, top dogs compete, white bass

Spring Turkey Question and Answer Show

Chad Miles and a panel of experts answer questions about turkey hunting season.

Crappie Fishing; Preparing for Turkey Season

Crappie fishing on Cave Run Lake; banding turkeys; getting ready for turkey season.

Fishing Trip; Fileting White Bass; Turkey Season

On the Tennessee River catching bass, learning how to filet bass, and turkey season.

White Bass Fishing; Deer Management; Turkey Restoration

Fishing for white bass on the Nolin River, collecting data on deer, turkey restoration.

Fishing for Lake Sturgeon; Favorite Elk Hunt; Kayak Fishing

Hoping to find lake sturgeon, looking back at an elk hunt, kayak fishing on Lake Linville.

Fishing on Sympson Lake; Gigging Frogs; Elk Calf Data

Fishing on Sympson Lake in Bardstown; frog gigging in Woodford Co.; collecting elk data

Turkey Season; Remembering Ron Rhody; Spawning Habitat

The excitement of 2023 turkey season, remembering Kentucky Afield creator Ron Rhody, more.

Crappie Fishing; Alligator Gar Population; Frog Gigging

Fishing for crappie on Rough River Lake; keeping check on alligator gar population; more.

Catfish Noodling; Musky Fishing; Pond Fishing and Management

Catching catfish by hand; musky fishing on Cave Run Lake; farm pond management.

Gigging for Fish; Bass Fishing; Peregrine Falcon Chicks

Fish gigging; fishing for black bass on Lake Cumberland; tracking peregrine falcon chicks

Bullfrog Hunting; Beaver Creek WMA; Fun Fishing Guide

Hunting bullfrogs with air rifles, Beaver Creek Wildlife Management, white bass fishing.

Father & Son Fishing Trip; Rabbit Hunt; Deer Archery Season

Bass fishing with Chad and son Leo; looking back at a rabbit hunt; deer archery season.

Fishing with Champions, Rockcastle River WMA, and More

Bass fishing with state champions from Muhlenberg Co. High School, and more.

Surprise Fishing Trip, Geese Roundup, and More

Surprise fishing trip on Nolin Lake, wildlife management, rounding up geese, and more

Great Fishing Spots in Kentucky, Freshwater Mussels

Fishing at the Falls of the Ohio and Nolin River Lake; freshwater mussels

Frog Gigging; Protecting Big-Eared Bats; Bumping for Catfish

Frog gigging on your birthday; biologists search for big-eared bats; catching catfish.

Fishing on Russell Creek; Dove Hunting; Deer Hunting

Catching smallmouth on Russell Creek, deer and dove in preparation for the fall season.

Hellbender Release; Catching Catfish; Unique Way of Fishing

Releasing hellbender salamanders, catching catfish by hand, unique way of fishing.

Kentucky Wild Question & Answer Show

Host Chad Miles and a panel of wildlife experts as they answer viewers' questions.

Tree Saddle Hunting; Rockcastle River WMA; Squirrel Hunting

Sportsman Chad Miles goes in search of outdoor adventure and showcases the best...

Gun Safety, Dove Hunting, and More

Sportsman Chad Miles goes in search of outdoor adventure and showcases the best...

Boating/Water Safety; Striper Release; Bow Fishing

Boat patrol with conservation officers, releasing stripers, bow fishing

Trapping Wood Ducks; Deboning a Deer

Trapping wood ducks in Ballard County, and Chad shows us how to debone a deer.

Float Fishing the Cumberland; Targeting Crappie; Bow Hunting

Float fishing on Cumberland River; targeting crappie on Green River Lake; bow hunting.

Creek Fishing; Food Sources; Rabbit Season

Enjoying creek fishing; learning about food sources in hunting; looking to rabbit season.

Fall Hunting Question & Answer Show

Chad Miles and experts answer questions about fall hunting.

Fishing Trip at Night; Bucktail Jigs; Favorite Elk Hunt

Nighttime fishing on Dale Hollow Lake, tying bucktail jigs, and a favorite elk hunt.

Deer Hunting; Fishing Data; Youth Deer Hunt

Chad goes deer hunting, biologists collect fishing data from waterways, youth deer season.

Growing Muskie; Early Muzzleloader Season; Hybrid Fishing

Raising muskie in a fish hatchery, early muzzleloader season for deer, hybrid fishing.

Elk Hunting; Rabbit Season

Tag along with Cade Frederick for an elk hunt. Plus. we look ahead to rabbit season.

Bull Elk Hunt; Fishing for Catfish; Fall Turkey Season

Wrapping up a bull elk hunt, search for catfish on the Ohio River, fall turkey season

Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry, Rabbit Hunt, and More

Donating venison to the hungry, opening day rabbit hunt, looking for American woodcock.

Buck Hunt; Reef Balls; Lake Sturgeon

Going on a buck hunt, reef balls provide fish habitats, searching for lake sturgeon

Rabbit Hunt; Deer Scoring; Reloading

Rabbit hunting with former football players, scores for deer measurement, reloading

Quail Hunt; Sandhill Cranes; 1989 Striper Fishing

Quail hunting at Shaker Village, searching for Sandhill Cranes, and a 1989 fishing trip.

Dog Breeds That Love to Hunt

Running the hounds at night on a raccoon hunt, beagles on a rabbit hunt, and more.

Deer Hunting; Squirrel Hunt; Kayak Fishing

Deer hunting, squirrel hunting in western Kentucky, and kayak fishing for trophy bass.

Invasive Honeysuckle; Coyote Hunting; Rabbit Hunt with Hawk

Tackling invasive bush honeysuckle, nighttime coyote hunting, and a rabbit hunt.

Best of 2023 Part 1

We're looking back at 2023 and some of our favorite segments

Best of 2023 Part 2

We continue to look back at some of our favorite segments of 2023.

Rabbit Hunt; Elk Hunt; Fishing Gear

Rabbit hunting with beagles, do-it-yourself elk hunters, catching trout on a budget.

Quail Hunting; Fishing Rods; Grand Hunt; Lake Sturgeon

Quail hunting, marking fishing rods, a Grand Hunt event in Paducah, and lake sturgeon.

Trophy Catfish; Predator Hunting; Rifle Maker Hershel House

Winter fishing, predator hunting, looking back on a visit with the late Hershel House.

Rabbit Hunting, Crow Hunting, Capturing Elk, and More

Rabbit hunting with beagles, crow hunting on public land, and more.

Squirrel Hunting; Fishing Trip; Prescribed Burns

Squirrel hunting at Land Between the Lakes, fishing on Dale Hollow Lake, prescribed burns.

Rabbit Hunt; Crappie Fishing; Making a Bow

Last rabbit hunt of the season, fishing for crappie, first steps to making a bow.

Crow Hunting; Spring Fishing

Crow hunting in TN Sullivan Wildlife Management Area; river fishing in western Kentucky.

Spring Fishing Question and Answer Show

Chad Miles and a panel of experts answer questions about spring fishing.

Fishing for Bass; Marking Fishing Rods; Top Dogs; White Bass

Fishing for bass on farm ponds and Nolin River and watching pointing dogs in action

Banding Turkeys; Elk Hunt; Crappie Fishing

We follow biologists tagging turkeys for hunting season, go on an elk hunt, and more.

Crappie Fishing; Spring Turkey Season; Animal Care

Crappie fishing on Taylorsville Lake, looking ahead to turkey season, animal care.

Spring Turkey Q&A Show

Chad Miles and a panel of experts answer questions about spring turkey hunting season.

Bass Fishing, Tracking Bear Cubs, Spring Turkey Season

Catching small-mouth bass on Dale Hollow Lake, tracking black bear cubs, turkey season.

Processing a Turkey, Fishing the Tennessee River

Learn how to process a turkey and we go fishing on the Tennessee River.

Farm Pond Fishing, Sloughs WMA, Fur Market, Turkey Hunting

Fishing a farm pond for largemouth bass, Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, and more.

Turkey Hunt, Deer Densities, Kayak Fishing

Spring turkey hunt; wildlife biologists calculate deer densities; kayak fishing for striped bass.

Trout Fishing, Peregrine Falcons, Gigging for Fish

Fly fishing at Red River Gorge, checking on peregrine falcons, gigging for fish in a creek.

Squirrel Hunt, Giant Catfish, Nature Hike

Mother/daughter squirrel hunt; river fishing for giant catfish; a mom and her kids on a nature hike.

White Bass, Squirrel Hunting, New Technology

Fishing Nolin River for white bass; squirrel hunting in Anderson County; using new technology.

Crappie Fishing, Alligator Gar, Frog Gigging

Crappie fishing on Rough River Lake, tracking alligator gars, frog gigging by kayak.

Fishing the Ohio River, Habitat Management, Float and Fishing

Sportsman Chad Miles goes in search of outdoor adventure and showcases the best...

Big Bluegill, Predator Control, Falls of the Ohio

Fishing for bluegill at Reelfoot Lake, hunting coyotes to protect fawns, fishing Falls of the Ohio.

Turkey Hunt, Crappie Fishing, Frog Gigging

Celebrating Father's Day with a father/son turkey hunt, Chad and son Leo go crappie fishing, more.

Topwater Stripers, Growing Stripers, New Technology for Native Wildlife

Fishing for topwater striped bass, growing stripers in a hatchery, technology for land management.

Farm Pond Bass, Yellowbank WMA, Deer Archery Season

Fishing farm pond bass in Bourbon Co., Yellowbank Wildlife Management Area, deer archery season.

Water Safety, Surprise Fishing Trip, Lake Sturgeon

Patrolling Kentucky waterways to monitor safety, fishing trip to Nolin Lake River, lake sturgeon.

Fly Fishing, Elk Population, Catfish

Fly fishing for smallmouth bass, biologists check in on elk, using a basic carp to catch catfish.

Father/Daughter Fishing Trip, Wade Fishing, Sunken Car Removal

Chad and his daughter fish Nolin River Lake; wade fishing in a stream; removing a sunken car.

Fishing Techniques, Deer Scores, Hunting Season Research

Fishing the Kentucky River, identifying big-game animals, research by wildlife biologists.

Fishing with Limb Lines, Hunting Compliance, Hellbenders

Limb-lining for catfish, game wardens check for compliance, releasing hellbender salamanders.

Bass Fishing, Black Bears

Bass fishing with state champions from Muhlenberg County, tracking black bears.

Kentucky Wild Question & Answer Show

Host Chad Miles and a panel of wildlife experts answer questions about non-game wildlife species.

Grabbing Catfish, Hunting Dogs, Deer Archery Hunt

Catching catfish by hand, advice on keeping hunting dogs in shape, looking back on a deer bow hunt.

Boating/Water Safety, Striper Release, Bow Fishing

Learning about boating and water safety, supplying striper to bodies of water, bow fishing.

Trapping Wood Ducks, Deboning a Deer

Using a rocket net to trap wood ducks, and deboning a deer in the field.

Dove Season, Applying for a Boat Dock, Deer Archery Season

Opening day of dove season, applying for a boat ramp, getting in the stand for deer archery season.

Falls of the Ohio, Trapping Bears, Squirrel Hunting with Dogs

Fishing for white bass, trapping bears for research, squirrel hunting with the dogs.

Fishing for Smallmouth; Rabbit Hunt; Youth Deer Hunt

Fishing for bass on the Green River, rabbit hunting with beagles, Chad's daughter on a deer hunt.

Fall Hunting Question & Answer Show

Chad Miles and experts answer questions about fall hunting.

Stripers, Outdoor Recreation Area, Early Muzzleloader Season, Rabbit Season

Searching for stripers on the Cumberland River; setting up a deer stand; chasing rabbits; and more.

Mussel Recovery, CWD Sample Drop-Off Sites; Rabbit Hunting

Mussel recovery on the Green River, chronic wasting disease, rabbit hunting in Henry County.

Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry, Mill Creek WMA, Elk Hunting

Deer hunters feeding Kentucky's hungry, Mill Creek Wildlife Management Area, elk hunting.

Releasing Trout, CWD Surveillance Zones, Squirrel Hunting, Raccoon Hunting

Releasing trout, regulations in CWD surveillance zones, squirrel and raccoon hunting with dogs.

Green River Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Buck Hunt

Fishing for smallmouth bass on the Green River, revisiting a 2022 buck hunt, and more

Rabbit Hunt, Big Catfish, Squirrel Hunt

Rabbit hunting in Henry Co., fishing for catfish on the Ohio River, squirrel hunting in Anderson Co.

Rabbit Hunt, Deer Hunt, Top Dogs

Rabbit hunting in Shelby Co., deer hunting during modern firearm season, champion retriever dogs.

Deer Hunt, Squirrel Hunt, Kayak Fishing

Deer hunting, squirrel hunting in Trigg Co., and kayak fishing for trophy bass.

Invasive Honeysuckle, Falconry, Coyote Hunting

Tackling invasive bush honeysuckle, falconry, nighttime coyote hunting

Deer Hunting, Crappie Fishing, Predator Hunting

Hunting deer with a pistol, crappie fishing in cold weather, coyote hunting in the snow.

Tracking Deer, Quail Hunting, Fishing Trip

Wildlife biologists track deer, quail hunting, and a fishing trip on the Tennessee River.

Best of 2024

We take a look back at some of our favorite segments from 2024.

Father and Son Turkey Hunt, Different Forms of Fishing

A father takes his son on his first turkey hunt; Chad looks back on some unique fishing trips.

Rabbit Hunt, Trophy Catfish, Elk Research

Rabbit hunting in Nelson County, searching for trophy catfish, locating elk for research.