UC Outdoors

Tennessee Tech University's Wildlife Society

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Host Brad Halfacre sits down with Tennessee Tech University Wildlife Society's Brittany Keeton. Together they discuss what the TTU Wildlife Society is and what they do, the yearly competition that TTU participates in alongside other four-year universities throughout the southeast, as well as their…

25 Feb 2023 18 min

Introduction To Walleye Fishing In The Upper Cumberland

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Host Brad Halfacre sits down with avid outdoorsman and walleye fisher, Johnathon Connor. Together they discuss his background, how he got into the sport of walleye fishing, an overview of the basic equipment needed, what some of his favorite spots to fish walleye are…

4 Feb 2023 17 min

Mountain Biking In The Upper Cumberland

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Host Brad Halfacre sits down with Caney Fork Cycles' Thad Hoffman to discuss mountain biking in the Upper Cumberland. Together they discuss Thad's background and his history with the sport and hobby of mountain biking, some of the various locales across the Upper Cumberland…

28 Jan 2023 20 min

Coyote Hunting With Jerry Shanks

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... You've heard of people hunting deer, ducks, turkeys, rabbits and more... how about coyotes? Avid outdoorsman Jerry Shanks visits Upper Cumberland Outdoors to share some of his experiences hunting coyotes. When can you hunt coyotes? What type of gear do you need when going…

14 Jan 2023 16 min

Controlling Animal Population On Your Property

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... If you're looking for ways to increase or decrease the animal population on your property, what do you do? TWRA habitat biologist Casey Mullin joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to answer this and other biology issues. Before setting out plots to attract deer,…

7 Jan 2023 20 min

What To Do After A Successful Deer Hunt

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Once you've killed your deer, what is the next step? Deer hunting enthusiast Jordan Patrick joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to help you get your deer from the field to the table! What is the first step once you've killed your deer? What…

31 Dec 2022 21 min

First Hike Of The New Year

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... If you're looking to start the new year in a healthy, positive way, then a New Year's first-day hike might be just what you need! Katie Wisniewski of Tennessee State Parks visits Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to let you know what parks will…

24 Dec 2022 20 min

Safety Tips With Tennessee Search & Rescue

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... If you were to get lost overnight in the woods or maybe out on the water, would you know what to do? Tennessee Search & Rescue trainer Shane Petty joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to share some helpful tips! What are the 10…

17 Dec 2022 21 min

Duck Hunting In Tennessee

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Duck hunting is a highly popular outdoor activity in Tennessee! What do you need to know before heading out on a duck hunt? Blake Shepherd, Tennessee Tech wildlife student and duck hunting enthusiast, joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to give you all the…

10 Dec 2022 17 min

Winterizing Your Boat With Mark Oakley

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... You've had your fun taking the boat out over the summer and fall months, and you even managed to squeeze one last ride in before the winter. But what do you do now? Local boating expert Mark Oakley tackles the topic of winterizing your…

3 Dec 2022 18 min

Deer Hunting With Josh Logan

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... You've shot that prized buck... what do you do next? Josh Logan, owner of BuckMaxx Outdoors, joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to talk about what happens if your deer doesn't fall when you first shoot it. What's the best way to track your…

26 Nov 2022 18 min

Hiking Season In Tennessee

It's hiking season in Tennessee! Cathy Moran with the Tennessee Trails Association joins Upper Cumberland Outdoors this week to discuss some of the best spots to hike across the area. What all do you need as you prepare to go out on a hike? Also, learn more about the Tennessee…

19 Nov 2022 20 min

Fly Fishing

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... What does it take to be a professional fly fisherman? Find out on this week's edition of Upper Cumberland Outdoors! Fly fishing expert Jimmy Queen stops by to discuss some of his secrets. What's the best equipment to use? Where are the best places…

12 Nov 2022 16 min

Muzzleloader Season With Steve Carter

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Muzzleloader season is here, and Steve Carter from Outdoor Junction stops by to discuss what you need as you prepare to hit the woods. What will help make your muzzleloader hunt successful? What are the differences in various types of ammo? Plus, a look…

5 Nov 2022 21 min

Becoming A TWRA Officer

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... TWRA officers Chris Argo and Jason Miller join the program to discuss what it takes to become a wildlife resource officer, and what all is involved with their jobs. Where can you find all the information you need to do about TWRA? Chris and…

29 Oct 2022 19 min

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Recreational Areas

This week on The Upper Cumberland Outdoors, host Brad Halfacre sits down with Phillip Sliger of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to discuss recreational areas that are located on Corps property. Have you always wanted to hunt or fish on Corps property? Phillip answers the questions of "if" you…

22 Oct 2022 18 min

Upperman High School Fishing Program

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Brad Halfacre sits down with Upperman High School fishing coach Jason Huddleston to discuss the program and how it has grown in recent years. Jason describes what the high school fishing season is like and what opportunities there are for students taking part in…

15 Oct 2022 18 min

Fall Creek Falls State Park

This week on Upper Cumberland Outdoors... Jacob Young, Park Superintendent at Fall Creek Falls State Park, joins host Brad Halfacre to discuss the recent renovations and improvements at the park. Many people know about the main waterfalls at the park, but exactly how many falls can you see at Fall…

8 Oct 2022 19 min

Cumberland Trail State Park

This week on UC Outdoors... Anthony Jones, Assistant Park Manager at Cumberland Trail State Park, joins host Brad Halfacre to discuss what makes Cumberland Trail the most unique State Park in the State of Tennessee. Find out how many counties the park can be found in, and discover what makes…

1 Oct 2022 20 min

Outdoor Junction

This week on UC Outdoors - Brad Halfacre sits down with Steve Carter and Derek Hunter with Outdoor Junction. They discuss the various products offered at Outdoor Junction, how to find and maintain the perfect bow for the upcoming archery season, as well as a rundown of classes that are…

24 Sep 2022 19 min