How many 6 syllable words do you know? It’s a great brain game to play. I know two………one of which is Meterologist & with that let’s bring on our friend Al Conklin, WBTV meteorologist, so we can be updated on our air quality in the aftermath of the western NC fires, an overview of thoughts on winter, the chances of a white Christmas & tracking Santa in his sleigh or if nothing else we’ll find out if he’s been fishing.

How about a Chester County town, population 200, just down the road from Charlotte, that swells to several thousand people each year…for one day. What if I told you the cause of it was a parade with no cars, motorcycles or trucks? It’s all horses, antique tractors or on foot…..if you’re guess was Lowrys, SC & If you’re guess was Lowrys, SC, & the Lowrys Christmas Day Parade, you’d be right on…. If you’re guess was Lowrys, SC, & the Lowrys Christmas Day Parade, you’d be right on….The #outdoorguys are heading for a visit right now with Lowrys mayor, the Honorable Joey Wilson to learn more about his town & the parade that has helped make it famous.

How is a football commentator like a fishing guide? Find out now while the Outdoor Guys speak with “founding” member of the Carolina Panther broadcast team, Jim Szoke. We’ll learn what the team plays for the remaining games of the season & why is this year so different.

Wow! Just like football players have used ballet as a work out to increase strength & balance, so do the outdoor guys. Bill and Don speak with Doug Singleton about Charlotte Ballet & the Nutcracker as you’ve never seen it! Made famous by the music composed by Tchaichovsky & modern performances by Barishnakov. It all comes to Charlotte in December thanks to a generous gift from the McColl family in honor of Jane Spratt McColl, Choreographer Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux is collaborating with a world-renowned design team to re-imagine his Nutcracker production with all new sets and costumes. Complete with live music from the Charlotte Symphony, your holidays are made even more special with the magic of Nutcracker!

We head up to the 1st Trout Hatchery in Transylvania County but aren’t talking trout. Charles and Janette Ziegler started it all along time ago and although they don’t raise trout anymore they still raise Christmas trees. Let’s find out what kind, what the most popular height is (bigger or smaller) & how it all happens in a “Choose and Cut” Tree farm in Brevard. Oh yeah, bring the kids because a 4-wheeler & trailer ride is part of the fun.

Introduction to the program. The outdoor guys, Don Yager & Bill Bartee talk about all the things going on in our Carolina Outdoors. Listen up & enjoy! We hope you learn a little bit along the way. It should be interesting.

Here’s some suggested leading material: Some of the best hikes might be closer than you think… and some of the best hiking partners may be camped on your living room couch. (No, not the kids home from college, but your dog!) Jesse Brown’s, Blue Blaze Brewing, Carolina Thread Trail, and Animal Care and Control host an “urban hike” Sunday, December 4th. And one of the best things about this particiular “dog friendly” hike is that it starts - and finishes - pretty much right behind Bank or America stadium! We’ve got Melissa Knicely from Animal Care and Control on the podcast with us… Melissa, this is a great opportunity for us to get outside with our friends, and two or four-legged family, isn’t it?

Let me tell you about my Scouting experience & how it can impact your life. We talk to local Mecklenburg Scout Executive, Mark Turner about what a Scout looks like, the properties they own or manage & how we can become involved (no matter who we are).

Jay Curwen, VP of the Nantahala Outdoor Center talks about the NC mountains, the continuing fires & it’s effect on business. Listen up as we find out how locals take on the challenge imposed by fire but also learn that the mountains are still open for business. Cheers!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Outdoor Guys. Hear about Don’s hunting trip, an upcoming local hike & Scouting in Mecklenburg County all on this edition of the Carolina Outdoors.