Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors

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Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors

Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson talk local events, facts and life in the great outdoors!

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    Into the Mind of an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker

    March 8th, 2025 The Appalachian Trail marks an iconic and historic ideal in outdoor recreation- inspiring some 4,000 hikers each year to hike the entirety of the 2,197 mile long trail within a period of about six months. The window opens at the end of February, and typically runs until the beginning of October, when hikers can expect to reach the end of the trail. There is scarcely a greater accomplishment in the world of long distance backpacking. Today we are joined by Matt Long, who hiked the entire trail in 2005, is back on the Carolina Outdoors to give a clue into what through hiking is like. Matt is a lifetime outdoorsman, inspired initially by a poster on the wall in his geography classroom, built up by his life in Scouting and continued by his own passion and family into today. Segment Highlights: Through hiking, Section hiking, and 'Continuous Section Hiking'- the difference between them all The beauty of accomplishing the trail in short amounts of time, and the accomplishment of doing it over a lifetime Matt's inspiration to hike the trail and why he did it How Matt and other thru-hikers 'prepare' for the trail, mentally and logistically The importance of exercising before the journey begins What matters more? Logistical prep or mental prep? Budgeting concerns and situations Bill Bryson's 'A Walk in the Woods' the book Matt used and valued most in preparing for his experience. Things You’ll Learn by Listening: This podcast episode details essential parts of the planning, preparation, experience and aftermath of any great outdoor adventure. Matt's stories of Appalachian Trail glory and Iron Man race prep can inspire anyone toward their next adventure, or help them remember the best parts of those already passed. Jesse Brown's Is your one-stop-shop for any hike you're planning, whether 2 miles or 2,000. Come on in for your next pair of hiking boots, maps, or just plain old advice!

    21 min

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    Virginia Guide Services and the F3T

    March 8th, 2025 Virginia Trophy Guides is a premier guide service targeting wild and stocked trout, Smallmouth Bass, and even the fish of ten thousand casts-- The Muskellunge. Virginia Trophy Guides are highlighted in one of this year's premier Fly Fishing Film tour features: Dan's Pain 2, and will be present at this year's screening of the F3T here in Charlotte, NC, at the Visulite Theater on March 20th Today we are joined by Austin Conrad, Captain and guide with Virginia Trophy Guides. Austin and the Virginia Trophy Guides are highlighted in one of this year's premier Fly Fishing Film tour features: Dan's Pain 2. Segment Highlights: Difference in difficulty of targeting and guiding for Musky, smallmouth, and trout The mental and physical perseverance and toughness required for Musky Fishing Best chances to catch trophy bass and musky this year How the 'showbiz' affects the business of guiding, and how Austin used the F3T to build his career and the prestige of the Fly Fishing Film Tour 'Dan's pain 1' and how a joke about tuna spawned the reality of Dan's Pain 2-- This time with Musky! Ben Meadows feature on the Carolina Outdoors and his take on the movie Come see the Virginia Trophy guides, Blane Chocklett, and Jesse Brown's team at the 2025 F3T, this March 20th at the Visulite Theater! Things You’ll Learn by Listening: What the guiding and fly fishing world looks like in our northern neighbor-- and a little of what fly fishing Showbiz brings to us in Charlotte! Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many Fly Fishermen and hikers every Spring and Fall, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your tying supplies or a new Rod!

    10 min

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    Carolina Fly Fishing Club

    March 8th, 2025 The Carolina Fly Fishing Club began in 2006 with the help of the Federation of Fly Fishers. The purpose of the CFC is to expand the sport of fly fishing to more species, habitats, people and regions throughout the states of North and South Carolina. Today we are joined by Bill Jewitt, President of the Carolina Fly Fishing Club. Bill has been involved with CFC for five years, enjoying fishing, tying and fellowship through the club all the while. Segment Highlights: History of the Carolina Fly Fishing Club What the aims and methods of the Carolina Fly Fishing Club are Connections between the CFFC and Project Healing Waters The events and programs put on by the CFFC every year Monthly meetings at Bass Pro Shops, with speakers and program Stocking Reports and more that you can learn Current status of rivers and access in the western half of the state CFFC connection to the F3T, this March 20th at the Visulite Theater Things You’ll Learn by Listening: A little more about how you can get involved in the local Fly Fishing Community, and how it benefits anglers all across the state. Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many Fly Fishermen and hikers every fall and spring, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your tying supplies or a new Rod!

    12 min

  4. 3 MARS

    Steele Creek: A History

    March 1st, 2025 Steele Creek is an area of southwest Charlotte, once its own town. Since the beginning, though, Steele Creek has been important to the history and culture of the Charlotte Area. Today we dive into the modern traces of history and the present-day population boom in the region. Whether it's the Charlotte Airport, Presbyterians, or an Outlet Mall, there's a lot to talk about. Today we are joined by Christopher Lawing, creator of the Charlotte Sign Project and the author of Charlotte: Signs of the Times. Christopher also leads the Charlotte Sign Project and other local historical initiatives, including the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. Segment Highlights: Dive into the state of the Steele Creek Presbyterian Church and its Cemetery What the Charlotte Airport is doing in the area, and how it's expansion protects and threatens the region 250th Anniversary of the "Meck Deck" or Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence Steele Creek: an Early History by Linda Blackwell written over the course of 50 years Bobby M. Setzer Hatchery and Armstrong Hatchery status The evolution of Steele Creek from an agricultural region to an industrial and commercial hotspot Camp Steere, A former Mecklenburg County Council Boy Scout Camp in the area, and how it became McDowell Nature Preserve Things You’ll Learn by Listening: A little more about an understated area of Charlotte- A long history of people, improvement, and change. The past present and future of Steele Creek, and what people are doing to preserve the history that remains in the area. Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many Fly Fishermen and hikers every fall and spring, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your next pair of boots or a new Rod!

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    Spring Fly Fishing Outlook

    March 1st, 2025 Spring is coming fast here in North Carolina, and with it, an exciting time for trout anglers throughout the state. Today we'll go over the March stocking schedule, discuss the annual closure of hatchery supported streams for the month of March, and more! Today we are joined by Elijah St. Blancard, the Head guide and lead instructor at our sponsor, Jesse Brown's. Segment Highlights: Optimistic outlook on the 2025 spring fishing season Why the Hatchery-Supported Streams close for the month of March When, where and what will be stocked in NC this Spring (and a preview of the fall stocking) Road Closures and accessibility of streams Post-Helene Bobby M. Setzer Hatchery and Armstrong Hatchery status Which streams were stocked in the Fall, Spring, or both When and why the insect hatches will take place, providing opportunity for dry fly fishing. Jesse Brown's hosting a Fly Fishing Workshop on March 13th and 15th for new anglers Things You’ll Learn by Listening: One Guide's approach to the unique spring 2025 Trout season, with all the caveats involved. Giving you an outlook into the status of the streams, roads, and hills that make trout fishing special. Your upcoming opportunities as an angler, whether just starting out or with years of experience! Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many Fly Fishermen and hikers every fall and spring, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your next pair of boots or a new Rod!

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    Eagle Trail Dancer- Follow the White Blazes pt.2

    February 22nd, 2025 The Appalachian Trail, regarded as a National Scenic Trail by the National Parks Service and maintained by volunteers from that organization and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, represents one of America's most popular pastimes: Hiking and Backpacking. More than 3,000 attempts are made each year to 'Through-Hike' the 2,197-mile trail, and many millions more step foot on the trail for a day or weekend hike every year. Today we are joined by Eagle Trail Dancer, a seasoned hiker and backpacking enthusiast. Having backpacked the entirety of the Appalachian Trail (AT) over the course of thirty-five years. Eagle has volunteered extensively in trail conservancy efforts in VA and SC. Sober for 49 years, he shares his experiences with AA, ACOA, and PTSD recovery groups throughout the course of his journey to finish the trail. Segment Highlights: What a 'white blaze' is, and what it signifies to Eagle Trail Dancer and other hikers along the AT. Mid-October 1988, the Shenandoah Mountains. The site of the First Section. Old Kelty Packs, and other gear that Eagle had with him for those first few steps. 3-man, 8 Pound tent! Vasque Boots, then, today and tomorrow for Eagle Trail Dancer. Eagle Trail Dancer's physical and mental progression over the 35 year journey. 5-6 days away from work makes for limited progress. Eagle began his journey as a Marathon runner, still had to make adjustments despite being in great health. 'Cathedral' of the woods- the spiritual and religious experience of hiking the trail Party culture and 'yellow blaze' in the northern part of the trail with other hikers Things You’ll Learn by Listening: A day in the life of a section hiker, featuring the internal and external pressures you feel on the trail. The reality of one man's struggle and triumph over addiction, PTSD, and how the trail strengthened him through it all. The history of the pastime of hiking the Appalachian Trail; In one straight shot or in multiple sections. Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many backpackers and hikers every fall and spring, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your next pair of boots or a new pack!

    21 min

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    Eagle Trail Dancer- Follow the White Blazes pt. 1

    February 22nd, 2025 The Appalachian Trail, regarded as a National Scenic Trail by the National Parks Service and maintained by volunteers from that organization and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, represents one of America's most popular pastimes: Hiking and Backpacking. More than 3,000 attempts are made each year to 'Through-Hike' the 2,197-mile trail, and many millions more step foot on the trail for a day or weekend hike every year. Today we are joined by Eagle Trail Dancer, a seasoned hiker and backpacking enthusiast. Having backpacked the entirety of the Appalachian Trail (AT) over the course of thirty-five years. Eagle has volunteered extensively in trail conservancy efforts in VA and SC. Sober for 49 years, he shares his experiences with AA, ACOA, and PTSD recovery groups throughout the course of his journey to finish the trail. Segment Highlights: Why Eagle Trail Dancer goes by his 'trail name', and how it came to be An exploration into the separate subculture of section hiking the trail, in contrast to through hiking What inspired Eagle Trail Dancer to begin hiking, and why he did it the way he did Growing up in a PTSD and alcoholic home-- how Eagle endured and escaped the abuse of his upbringing Eagle Trail Dancer's realization of his own habits and how he steeled himself against alcoholism. The continued fight AFTER the drinking stopped, to forgive and find an new path. The first section Eagle hiked, and his mental and physical preparation for that first experience on the trail Things You’ll Learn by Listening: What resources are available to those struggling with their own or other's alcoholism The reality of one man's struggle and triumph over addiction, PTSD, and how the trail strengthened him through it all. The history of the pastime of hiking the Appalachian Trail; In one straight shot or in multiple sections. Jesse Brown's takes pride in outfitting many backpackers and hikers every fall and spring, ready for any adventure. Stop by for your next pair of boots or a new pack!

    19 min

  8. 13 FÉVR.

    Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025

    February 15th, 2025 Among our favorite events of the year is always the F3T, or the Fly Fishing Film Tour. This year's film tour will arrive in Charlotte on March 20th, at the historic Visulite Theater, on Elizabeth Avenue. Today we are joined by Ben Meadows; fly fisherman, angler, videographer and storyteller from Dorsal Outdoors. Ben has joined us before on the Carolina Outdoors, several years ago to promote the first film of his that made it to the F3T mainstage, Dan's Pain. This year, Ben returns with the sequel, Dan's Pain 2, and is happy to tell us all about it in this week's episode. Segment Highlights: Adventure, Culture and Fishing; Dan's Pain 2 highlight the comical, not-so-idyllic side of fishing Dan decides to break his curse on the fish of 10,000 casts- golden opportunity to make a film There are all types of telescopes on the property & utilized by people from all over the world Filming process complicated by the nature of Dan and his pain; minimal scripting based on Mother nature's will This film features Blane Chocklett, legendary fly guide and tyer; author of Game Changer: how to tie flies that look and swim like the Real Thing. Incredible behind-the-scenes information and insight into the inspiration, creative processes, and experience of filming an outdoor sport film. Things You’ll Learn by Listening: What the world of Musky Fishing looks and feels like; Highs, lows, and all the boredom in between. You can see Dan's Pain 2, and many other films, at this year's Fly Fishing Film Tour on March 20th at the Visulite Theater. The Carolina Outdoors is powered by the Charlotte Fly Fishing Outfitter, Jesse Brown’s.  Get your lines rigged, your waders on, grab a ticket to the F3T, and see us on March 20th!

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Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson talk local events, facts and life in the great outdoors!

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    Jesse Brown's
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    2018 - 2025
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