Brad Halfacre sits down with Lieutenant Mike Beaty from the TWRA to talk all things boating safety. They cover where and how to access both in-person and online boating education classes, share a quick pre-trip boating checklist, and explain how to be prepared for emergencies on the water—including the importance of creating a "float plan." While the focus is on boating, they also touch on a few key updates to Tennessee's hunting and fishing laws that outdoor enthusiasts should know.

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Guests Bobbie & Paul Abel join Brad Halfacre to discuss Manna Hana Riding Stables and share some insights on their programs designed to help children with special needs, veterans, and first responders by helping them heal with horses.

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Brad Halfacre chats with Upperman High School students Gunnar Ballard and Steven Clark about their recent achievements in the competitive bass fishing world. The duo shares how they’re preparing for the upcoming Tennessee Bass Federation Tournament in Grove, Oklahoma, taking place June 24–28. They also reflect on the tournaments that got them here, swap favorite fishing stories, and some fishing fails as well.

In this episode, host Brad Halfacre sits down with Victoria Whitley. We explore how to get involved with beekeeping, the many benefits it offers, and the critical role bees play in our environment.

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During this episode, our host Brad Halfacre sits down with Janet Dowlen. They discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming Birds, Bees, Bucks, and Trees event happening on June 14th.

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During this episode, learn more about the forming of Scott's Gulf State Park in Sparta as our host Brad Halfacre sits down with vice president of the Friend's Group, Dylan Dunn. Also hear about event organization, the Sparta speaker series, and more!

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Visit with us as our host Brad Halfacre sits down with guest Dr. Derrick Edwards from Tennessee Tech University. During this episode, they talk about how being outdoors can help with cortisol levels, reducing stress, and more.

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Host Brad Halfacre sits down with Jared Wilson who is the owner of Resilient Living in Spencer! They talk all about preparedness for natural disasters, living outdoors, becoming less dependent, and more!

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During this episode, join host Brad Halfacre as he sits down with Sunny Reagan and Gale Reed to talk about the Kelly Walker Memorial Casting For Help And Hope. This is a memorial fishing tournament that benefits the Fentress County Children's Advocacy Center.

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Hear all about the open turkey season that's going strong with guest Casey Mullen from the TWRA, who joins host Brad Halfacre. They talk about the later start, what helps the population, response from birds, and more!

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