Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors
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Resolve To Keep Adventuring Outside In 2023
January 06, 2023 22:04 - 5 minutes - 5.07 MB(Segment 4, 1/7/2023 Show) "Greeting cards have all been sent, the Christmas rush is through, but we still have one wish to make..." and that is to START DOING THINGS AND KEEP ADVENTURING OUTDOORS! As we move into this new year of 2023, there is undoubtedly a whole host of things we all want to accomplish, maybe things that we didn't accomplish last year, but also maybe maintaining some of the wonderful things we DID do in 2022. Listen in to this segment of The Carolina Outdoors as the Out...
The Rich History Of The US Ski Patrol
January 06, 2023 22:04 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB(Segment 3, 1/7/2023 Show) Are you familiar with the US Ski Patrol? Do you know how they began and what one of their initial calls of duty was? Many would also be surprised to learn that America's fascination with the sport of skiing as well as the proliferation of ski resorts and destination skiing can actually be attributed to a group called the '10th Mountain Division' which has its origin story in a collaboration between the National Ski Patrol and the US War Department during the Secon...
Simms Waders: Made In The USA
January 06, 2023 22:04 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB(Segment 2, 1/7/2023 Show) One of America's most-beloved sports - fly-fishing (of course!) - is known the world over by one of America's most well-known brands - Simms Fishing Products. And as Simms' website states, "made by anglers in Bozeman, Montana since 1980, the best fishing waders in the world stem from innovative design, cutting-edge materials, and tenacious testing." Jesse Brown's Outdoors is proud to carry this line of waders and accompanying products such as wading boots and acce...
Dropping The NYE Possum Drop
January 06, 2023 22:04 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MB(Segment 1, 1/7/2023 Show) Happy New Year 2023, Everybody! By now, the pomp and circumstance of the new year has most likely settled down, and hopefully you were able to participate in some sort of New Year's Eve & Day traditions, whether big or small. One small North Carolina town usually does just that, but with a celebration different than most. Enter the "Possum Drop" - a rallying town new-year celebration where a possum is safely placed inside a box and, much like the New York City cry...
2022 Wrapped
December 29, 2022 21:13 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MB(From 12.31.22, Segment 4) 2022 has been an eventful year for all. In this episode, Bill summarizes all of the events and notable moments that occurred within the outdoor industry over course of this year! Listen for 2022 wrapped!
Noble Food & Pursuits with Jim Noble
December 29, 2022 21:05 - 13 minutes - 18 MB(From 12.31.22 Segment 3) The new year usually prompts people to think about what foods they decide to put in their body. Listen in as Bill chats with Founder of Noble Food & Pursuits, Jim Noble, about types of food, food symbolism, and more!
Engagement with Tommy & Progression with Cat
December 29, 2022 20:55 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MB(From 12.31.22, Segment 2) With the new year upon us, we start to think about celebratory moments and future goals. Join Bill Bartee as he talks with Tommy, from WBT Radio, about his recent engagement and Cat Harrell, Creative Director from Jesse Brown's, about her goals within snowboarding progression. What are some moments and goals you are looking forward to in 2023? Is one of your goals getting outside more? Gear up at Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Ski Sugar with Kim Jochl
December 22, 2022 20:53 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB(From 12.24.22, Segment 3) Skiing is a great sport to get involved in if you want to stay active during the winter. We have a few ski mountains 2 hours from Charlotte, one of them being Sugar Mountain Resort. Tune in to this episode to get information from Kim Jochl about Sugar Mountain including, lift ticket prices, mountain conditions, ice skating, snow tubing, and more! Grab your outerwear from Jesse Brown's Outdoors before you head up the mountain!
More Christmas Lights – Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden & Light the Knights
December 22, 2022 20:46 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB(From 12.24.22, Segment 2) Looking to get outside during the holiday season? Bill Bartee & TJ Boggs have some more Christmas light recommendations! Listen in to this episode to find out the holiday-related light shows and activities happening at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden as well as the Light the Knights Festival in Truist Park! Be sure to grab a coat from Jesse Brown's Outdoors before heading outside! Temperatures are dropping!
Lights & Christmas Snow
December 15, 2022 21:27 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MB(From 12.17.22, Segment 4) The Outdoor Guys, Bill and Wes, have some places to share where the Christmas Lights shine the brightest as well as some insights on a Christmas snow...will it happen for the Charlotte area or not? Tune in to this episode to learn the best places to go see Christmas lights in and around the queen city!
Working a Retail Shift at Jesse Brown’s – the Charlotte Ledger
December 15, 2022 21:20 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB(From 12.17.22, Segment 3) Colleen Brannan from the Charlotte Ledger made an undercover visit to Jesse Brown's Outdoors to get all all of the details on an outdoor retail store during the holidays! We recommend listening to this podcast episode and reading the article to get the full scoop!
Winter at the Whitewater Center
December 15, 2022 21:18 - 10 minutes - 9.83 MB(From 12.17.22, Segment 2) Make sure you schedule a trip to the U.S National Whitewater Center soon because they have plenty of winter activities going on! You can ice skate, hike a trail of lights, zipline, or enjoy a hot cocoa by the fire! Be sure to grabs your layers from Jesse Brown's Outdoors because it looks like cold temperatures are a head of us!
Lowrys 40th Christmas Parade
December 15, 2022 20:57 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB(From 12.17.22, Segment 1) Looking for something to do? Check out the Lowrys Christmas Parade! It takes place just south of Charlotte in Lowrys, SC on December 17th, 2022 at 1:00pm. Listen to this episode of the podcast to find out more details on the parade, such as parking, food, and more! Remember! Jesse Brown's has all the gear you need for the parade, such as jackets, chairs, sunglasses. and more!
Hiking in Pisgah National Forest with Matt Long
December 08, 2022 23:42 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB(From 12.10.22, Segment 3) Join Bill Bartee and guest, Matt Long, as they chat about hiking in Pisgah National Forest. They specifically focus in on the Pisgah areas around Asheville! Thinking about heading out for a hike during the colder months? Stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors for your gear!
Outdoor Enthusiast Gift Guide
December 08, 2022 23:28 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB(From 12.10.22, Segment 2) The holidays season is here which means shopping and gift-giving! Jesse Brown's Outdoors has the perfect Holiday Gift Guide for your favorite outdoor enthusiasts! Tune in for the details and visit www.jessebrowns.com for your shopping!
Ski Season & Wildlife Safety
December 08, 2022 23:21 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB(From 12.10.22, Segment 1) If you listened in last week, the Outdoor Guys provided the audience with the means to recommend podcast topics or ask questions. This week, we have some answers! Play this episode to learn about open ski resorts & wildlife safety! Email [email protected] to ask questions and recommend topics!
Patagonia Lawsuit & Audience Questions
December 01, 2022 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MB(From 12.03.22, Segment 4) If you did not know already, Patagonia is suing GAP! This episode has all of the gossip on this current case! Do you have a question for the Outdoor Guys or a podcast topic recommendation? Email us at [email protected]!
Places to Get Outside in Charlotte with Nature Preserve and Natural Resources Division Director
December 01, 2022 20:52 - 12 minutes - 11 MB(From 12.03.22, Segment 3) Do you currently reside in the Charlotte area? If so, it is a common assumption that you have to travel to the mountains to get out of the city and into nature. The truth is there are plenty of nature preserves and natural resources in and around Charlotte, NC! This episode will share some awesome places to get some fresh air as Bill and Wes chat with Chris Matthews, Division Director for the Nature Preserve and Natural Resources Division at Mecklenburg County Park...
Watauga River Fly Fishing with Sam Johnson
December 01, 2022 20:40 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB(From 12.03.22, Segment 2) Join the Outdoor Guys as they chat with Sam Johnson, Author of Fly Fishing the Blue Ridge Parkway, about all the need-to-knows about fly fishing on the Watauga River. They focus in on a 12.8 mile stretch by Valle Crusis located right outside of Boone, NC. So hurry and listen in because this episode is full of fly fishing secrets. Looking for your own fly fishing gear or want to plan a trip? Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
2022 Holiday Gift Guide
December 01, 2022 20:32 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MB(From 12.03.22, Segment 1) Don't know what to give your favorite outdoor enthusiast? Don't worry because the Outdoor Guys, Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson, are here to share everything an outdoorsman or woman will want! Tune in and visit this link to find out the go-to gifts from Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Holiday Travel is Back!
November 23, 2022 17:23 - 8 minutes - 7.85 MB(From 11.26.22, Segment 4) Holiday travel is upon us! This is your friendly reminder to be safe and courteous as you fly, drive, or bike to your destination of choice! Thinking about what give your favorite outdoor enthusiast? We know they will love the classic Vasque Sundowner Hiking Boot from Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Three Iconic American Brands at Jesse Brown’s Outdoors
November 23, 2022 17:13 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MB(From 11.26.22, Segment 3) Outdoor brands are constantly evolving. Some are new, some are old, but some are simply iconic. There are three American brands carried by Jesse Brown's Outdoors that are timeless, durable, and full of heritage. Pendleton Filson Duck Head This episode contains all that you need to know about these brands and how their items make the perfect holiday gifts!
Winter Hiking
November 23, 2022 17:04 - 12 minutes - 11 MB(From 11.26.22, Segment 2) The Outdoor Guys are well aware that people hit the trails during the season of winter! When seasons change, so do the trail conditions. If you are thinking about hitting the trail soon, tune into this episode for how the terrain changes, what to bring, what to be on the lookout for, and what trails to hit! Gear up before your winter hike at Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Getting Outside During the Holidays
November 23, 2022 16:54 - 10 minutes - 9.28 MB(From 11.26.22, Segment 1) Some people may be hesitant to go outside during the colder months, but winter can be the best time to take part in certain outdoor activities. For example, you need the snow for skiing and trout love cold water which makes winter a great time to fly fish. If you find yourself needing a breath of fresh air during the holidays, listen to this episode for cold-weather outdoor activity recommendations! When it is cold outside, you need to bundle up! Visit Jesse Brown...
The Highs & Lows of Hiking Boots
November 11, 2022 15:55 - 6 minutes - 6 MB(From 11.12.22, Segment 4) We have found that when it comes to choosing a pair of hiking boots, the question of a high-ankle or low-ankle always comes into play. Facing this question yourself? We have the answer you want. Listen in to find out whether you prefer high ankle or low ankle protection! In the market for a new pair of hiking boots? Stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors or visit us online. We have plenty of team members to help you find the boot that suits you best!
Deer Season & Western Elk Trip with David Gaskins
November 11, 2022 15:40 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB(From 11.12.22, Segment 3) Back in August, David Gaskins was in Jesse Brown's Outdoors preparing for his western elk trip. He is back and we have all the details you want! Tune into this episode to get an update from his trip concerning hunting conditions! Need to gear up on orange accessories and durable apparel for your hunting trip? Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Rain Surges Trout Streams
November 11, 2022 15:24 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB(From 11.12.22, Segment 2) Join the Outdoor Guys as they chat with Fly Guide from Jesse Brown's Outdoors, Dave Bergman, about how the surge from rainfall affects trout streams. We have already moved around a few of our fly fishing trips due to the surge, so be careful out there folks!
Brace for the Rain: Safe Stream Crossing
November 11, 2022 15:13 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MB(From 11.12.22, Segment 1) Welcome back to another week in the Carolina Outdoors! Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson, also known as the Outdoor Guys, are chatting about keeping safe during times of intense rainfall. We all know some of you outdoor enthusiasts head into the wilderness no matter what the weather is, so listen for advice on stream crossing, tent placement, and more! Need rain gear? Check out Jesse Brown's Outdoors in-store or online!
The Essential Adventure List
November 03, 2022 21:14 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB(From 11.05.22, Segment 3) The Outdoor Guys are here to encourage you to get outside and to do it in a safe manner! Being safe outside means being prepared! Listen to this episode for an essential adventure list or things people usually forget other than the basics like apparel, shoes, and activity gear. polarized sunglasses/eyewear pocket knife/multi tool headlamp with batteries allergy medicine/pain reliever liquid bandages sunscreen/chapstick insect repellent change of c...
False Albacore Fishing Trip with Wes Lawson
November 03, 2022 19:29 - 11 minutes - 11 MB(From 11.05.22, Segment 2) Last week we learned a little bit about an interesting type of fish and this week we are going to find out how Wes Lawson is preparing for his weekend trip full of false albacore fishing! Listen in to this episode of the Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors to get the explanation of Wes's trip list and fishing strategy! Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors for your spinning, conventional, or fly fishing gear!
Preparing for Cold-Weather Outdoor Adventures
November 03, 2022 19:20 - 9 minutes - 9 MB(From 11.05.22, Segment 1) Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson welcome you back to a knew series of episodes! Although temperatures are cooling down, outdoor activities are not over! Check out what the Outdoor Guys have to say about upcoming outdoor sport and activity seasons! Be sure to gear up with Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Bhutan Trip Update with Scott Wurtzbacher
October 28, 2022 14:25 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB(From 10.29.22, Segment 3) Back in September, the Outdoors Guys celebrated a fellow outdoorsman, Scott Wurtzbacher, heading out on his expedition to Bhutan! Today we are celebrating his return and bringing him back onto the show to get a full trip update! Visit this link for the original episode: "Traveling to Bhutan with Scott Wurtzbacher."
Fishing for False Albacore
October 28, 2022 14:11 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB(From 10.29.22, Segment 2) Ever fished for false albacore or wondered what false albacore even is? Listen in to this episode of the Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors to get the explanation for all things false albacore, including optimal fishing conditions, what they eat, and more.... Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors for your spinning, conventional, or fly fishing gear!
Enjoying the Fall Foliage
October 28, 2022 14:02 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MB(From 10.29.22, Segment 1) Peak week may have already hit in the high country, but the piedmont is in its prime for fall foliage! Tune in as Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson give some outdoor recreation tips! Thinking about hiking, camping or fishing? Stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors for all of your gear needs!
Ghost Stories with Bill and Christopher
October 20, 2022 20:09 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB(From 10.22.22, Segment 4) We all know Halloween is around the corner. Listen to this episode to hear chilling, creepy ghost story!
Hart Square Village – 37th Annual Festival
October 20, 2022 20:07 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MB(From 10.22.22, Segment 3) Looking for a new place to check out? This episode tells you all you need to know about visiting Vale, NC which is home to Hart Square Village, the world's largest collection of historic log structures! Their 37th Annual Festival is happening on October 22nd! P.S it is absolutely stunning in the fall! Need a pair of boots to go check out Hart Square? Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Learning About the Livestock Show
October 20, 2022 20:01 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MB(From 10.22.22, Segment 2) North Carolina is known for its livestock heritage, Christopher and Bill are going to tell us a bit about the livestock show portion of the NC State Fair! Listen in if your curious about which cattle took home the prize!
Check out the NC & SC State Fairs
October 20, 2022 19:54 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB(From 10.22.22, Segment 1) Christopher Lawing is joining Bill this week to give you all the scoop on the Carolina Outdoors! Tune into this epsiode to get the need-to-know details about the North Carolina State Fair AND the South Carolina State Fair!. October 21st through October 23rd is the last weekend to visit these state fairs before they clear out the fairgrounds! Need a pack to carry your state fair souvenirs? Stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors or visit us online!
What to Take on Your Hike
October 13, 2022 19:53 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MB(From 10.15.22, Segment 4) Would you like to know the complete list of things to take on your hike from outdoor experts? Bill and Wes can provide you with exactly what to take the next time you plan on heading to the trail! Tune in to this episode for all the answers! Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors in-store or online for all of your adventure gear and apparel!
The Science Behind Leaf Color Change
October 13, 2022 19:48 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB(From 10.15.22, Segment 3) Calling all leaf peepers! Every wondered why and how the leaves change during the fall? Wonder no more because the Outdoor Guys are going to uncover all of the details with Beverly Collins, Department of Biology Associate Professor at Western North Carolina University! Looking to upgrade your hiking boots before going on a leaf peep hike? Check out Jesse Brown's Outdoors for Men's and Women's hiking footwear!
The 77 Mile Foothills Trail
October 13, 2022 19:25 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB(From 10.15.22, Segment 2) Grab your hiking boots and trekking poles because we are hitting the trail! Heyward Douglass, Executive Director of the Foothills Trail Conservancy, joins Bill and Wes to offer a new perspective on the Foothills Trail. If you haven't heard about it before, you will now! Listen in to find out more about the 77 mile hike through Western North and South Carolina!
Fall in Full Effect
October 13, 2022 19:17 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MB(From 10.15.12, Segment 1) Catch up with the Outdoor Guys, Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson. Fall in is full effect which is an absolutely gorgeous time to get active in the North Carolina Mountains. Fish are biting and leaves are falling, so get outside! Need to gear up? Stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors.
Renfrow Hardware: Gardening With David Blackley
October 07, 2022 15:47 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB(From 10.08.22, Segment 3) Renfrow’s Hardware & General Merchandise is a 120+ year old mainstay in the greater-Charlotte area located in downtown Matthews, NC. This community staple continues to evolve to fit the ever-changing needs of the world around it, offering everything from hardware and heirloom seeds, to poultry and plants. And, along with other unique local products, they're still serving their community well! David Blackley, who grew up in the store and has owned it since 1984, jo...
Is Some Fear A Requirement To Adventure?
October 07, 2022 15:47 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB(From 10.08.22, Segment 2) Outdoor Guys Bill & Wes recently went 'Over The Edge' at the Embassy Suites Hotel in downtown Charlotte, as they rappelled down the side of the building, raising money alongside the NASCAR Hall Of Fame Foundation to help benefit local STEM educational programs. The Jesse Brown's Outdoors Team also demonstrated casting techniques and the art of fly-fishing (while on the ground!) on the NASCAR Plaza to students, some of whom, undoubtedly, had never fished before and ...
Cheating At The (Fishing) Scales!
October 07, 2022 15:47 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MB(From 10.08.22, Segment 1) Anywhere and everywhere, anglers love a good fishing competition...as long as it is fair and the winning weigh-in-results are accurate. Recently, at a Lake Erie walleye fishing tournament taking place in Cleveland, Ohio, two anglers were accused of 'tipping the scales' of fairness after it was discovered that they had filled the stomachs of their fish with lead weights. "We've got weights in fish!" was the rallying cry. At this tournament, as is custom, there was ...
Talking Coldwater Trout with Jake Rash
September 29, 2022 19:55 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB(From 10.01.22, Segment 3) If you didn't know....trout love cold water! That's right, the best time to do some trout fishing is when the temperatures are low! Join the Outdoor Guys as they get trout insights from Jake Rash, Coldwater Research Coordinator for the Inland Fishery Division of the NC Wildlife Resource Commission! Need a gear tune-up or new set of waders? Check out Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
The Most Popular Outdoor Sports
September 29, 2022 19:43 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB(From 10.01.22, Segment 2) Have you ever wondered what the most popular outdoor sports are? Bill Bartee and Wes Lawson take the time unpack the list for you! Tune in to see if your favorite sport made it to the top of the record! Looking for new gear? Check out Jesse Brown's Outdoors!
Go Over the Edge with Jesse Brown’s Outdoors!
September 22, 2022 20:11 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB(From 09.24.22, Segment 3) Bill and Wes (Team Jesse Brown's) signed up to go Over the Edge and rappel 100 feet off a building to help build a better future for kids in our Charlotte community. Every donation brings them one step closer to securing their spot to go 10 stories down the Embassy Suites Charlotte Uptown on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 with Over the Edge Charlotte and the NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation. DONATE HERE! Tune into this episode to learn more about the event as well as th...
Various Mindsets & Various Outdoor Sports
September 22, 2022 20:04 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB(From 09.24.22, Segment 2) When switching between outdoor pursuits, you have to change your mental game just as much as you switch up your gear! For example, starting the day with hunting and finishing with fishing or freshwater fly fishing one week and saltwater fly fishing the next! Tune into this episode to find out why changing your mindset as well as your gear is how you will make the best of your outdoor activity! Need more gear? Visit Jesse Brown's Outdoors to be prepared for all of ...
Happy National Hunting & Fishing Day!
September 22, 2022 19:55 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MB(From 09.25.22, Segment 1) The Outdoor Guys, Bill Bartee & Wes Lawson, are letting everyone know its NATIONAL HUNTING & FISHING DAY! September 24th is National Hunting & Fishing Day so we are here to encourage you to gear up and get outside! The North Carolina Wildlife Commission is hosting two events to kick off all of the wonderful hunting and fishing heritage around us! Collect all of your necessary gear at Jesse Brown's Outdoors!