The Outdoor Hour

The Outdoor Hour

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The Outdoor Hour episodes

  • Episode 52: Thermal Drone Deer Recovery 9.6.23
    In this week's episode we dive into the hot topic of Thermal Drones and their application to deer recovery in Oklahoma. Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Rhett Acker of Oklahoma Drone Recovery Co and Wade Farrar, the Assistant Chief of Law Enforcement for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to talk about what's legal, what's not, and what hunters need to know.
    54 min
  • Episode 51: New Boot Goofin 8.23.23
    In this episode, Josh Stratton is literally breaking in new hunting boots. He and Taylor Maples talk about gear, trying new products, and more. Plus, we settle the argument over scent control--using listener responses to social media polls to help us decide once and for all whether scent control products are a waste of money.
    53 min
  • Episode 50: It's August...Here's What's On our Minds 8.16.23
    In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton discuss where their focuses lie this time of year: a little fishing, a little deer prep, a lot of travel updates, plus a look at all the events on our calendar this Fall--from the Oklahoma Waterfowl Festival to the World Squirrel Cook Off. We chat with our Once in a Lifetime Fly Fishing Trip winners who call-in from Yellowstone to talk about the first few days of their trip, and we look at a new product on the market that claims to provide the answer to scent control for deer hunters--if you believe in that sort of thing. Matt Gulbransen makes his debut on the show as well--check it out!
    58 min
  • Episode 49: A Casual Review of the Full Draw Film Tour 8.9.23
    In this week's episode Taylor Maples, Josh Stratton, and Todd Lisenbee discuss the films from the 2023 Full Draw Film Tour. From high caliber production values to single-camera operations; from $2,000+ SIKTA kits to Bluey hoodies; from seasoned outdoorsmen to first-timers, this film tour had it all...and then a little more (what did that guy have on his head?) Plus, Taylor finally brought bear cracklings to share. Did you know he killed a bear?
    51 min
  • Episode 48: Close Encounters of the Moose Kind 8.2.23
    In this week's episode, Josh Stratton recounts his week-long trip to Eastern Idaho fly fishing on The Teton River. Along with catching some great fish, Josh had 10+ moose encounters...more than most outdoorsmen have their entire lives. The Teton Valley of Idaho is home to some of the best scenery in the Lower 48, and the guys enjoy sharing stories from time spent in this heaven-on-earth location. Josh also shares updated from The Mule Deer Foundation.
    51 min
  • Episode 47: Private Water Fishing with Scott Quigley 6.14.23
    In this episode Taylor Maples and Todd Lisenbee chat with Scott Quigley from Private Water Fishing. PWF offers a unique opportunity for outdoorsmen to access members-only private lakes and ponds across the region. Whatever your pursuit, Private Water Fishing gives you access to the private water you dream about!
    49 min
  • Episode 46: Whitewater Nightmares 5.31.23
    In this episode Taylor Maples, Josh Stratton, and Todd Lisenbee tell stories from time spent in the high country, including Todd's recent trip to Estes Park, Colorado, Josh's time spent as a river guide, and more. Things get heavy quickly when Josh tells a harrowing story from his past. Buckle up, and PADDLE PADDLE PADDLE!
    52 min
  • Episode 45: Water Drama in Chama with Austin Phippen 5.24.23
    In this episode, Taylor Maples, Josh Stratton, and Todd Lisenbee chat with guest Austin Phippen about getting kids outdoors, plus dive into the battle for water access and stream restoration funding in Northern New Mexico. As parents of young children, our focus has been drawn to the need for conservation and action in order to preserve the beauty and resources of the natural world for future generations--but what can we really do about it, and what do trout fisheries in New Mexico's Chama Valley have to do with clean drinking water? Listen to find out!
    55 min
  • Episode 44: Chasing Toms & Tornadoes with Hunter Reilley 5.17.23
    In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton connect with Hunter Reilley of Premier Plains Outfitters and FowlCo to hear stories from his 5-state 5-bird Spring Turkey excursion. Chasing Toms and tornadoes across the Western United States, Hunter collected several stories worth sharing plus a deeper understanding of Wild Turkey population health and habitat. Buckle up!
    51 min
  • Episode 43: Water Access Drama in Chama 5.24.23
    In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Austin Phippen to talk about getting their young kids outside and interested in the outdoors, plus dive into the battle for water access and stream restoration funding in the Chama Valley of Northern New Mexico. As new parents, our focus has been drawn to the need for conservation and action in order to protect the beauty and resources of the natural world for future generations. What can we really do about it, and what do trout fisheries have to do with clean drinking water? Listen to find out out a holistic approach to conservation meets the needs of the masses.
    55 min

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Oklahoma City’s exclusive outdoor radio show—hosted by Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton. As a lifelong outdoorsman and former college athlete, Taylor has always been fascinated by the crossover…