Tennessee Wildcast

This week, we welcome back Debbie Sykes, Director of Nashville Wildlife Conservation Center and Devon Blackburn, Owner of Lillie Birds Wildlife to learn more about what a wildlife rehabilitation facility does. There is so much more involved in wildlife rehab than keeping animals alive and putting them back into the wild. Join us as we dive into some of the details of wildlife rehabbers. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

The TWRA is looking for new recruits. Today, Col. Darren Rider and his son, Officer Slate Rider, join us to help spread the word about what it takes to become an officer. We will cover everything from education to training to boots on the ground. These guys also share a special bond being able to serve together in the field as a father and son team. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #gamewarden www.tnwildlife.org

This week we welcome back Jason Holland Fishing. Jason takes us on a deep dive into shallow water bass fishing. He loves the bite and thump at the end of the line this time of year. Get ready for a tackle box full of tips and tricks. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams www.tnwildlife.org

Debbie Sykes, Director of Nashville Wildlife Conservation Center and Devon Blackburn, Owner of Lillie Birds Wildlife, join us this week to talk about orphaned wildlife.  This is the time of year you will start seeing young wildlife around your property. It is often alone, but rarely is it injured or orphaned. Debbie and Devon, along with Captain Rusty Boles of the TWRA, help us understand why you should always “call before you kidnap.”  Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #spring www.tnwildlife.org

John Dalton from Creek Fishing Adventures joins us this week to share stories from his winter fishing adventures. On top of that, John has brought along some of his favorite gear to discuss and has some tips for finding a fishing hole. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #fishing www.tnwildlife.org

This week Lieutenant Jereme Odom joins us to talk trapping. Jereme was introduced at a young age and it has been a passion of his ever since. We will learn ways to get started, the easiest traps to set, why we trap and changes in the fur market. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #tennesseewildcast #trapping www.tnwildlife.org

When most people see or hear the acronym TWRA, they immediately think of the wildlife officer. Many times a wildlife officer is the first person hunters and anglers meet in the wild side of Tennessee. This week we get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to complete the Tennessee Wildlife Officers Training Academy and become a TWRA Wildlife Officer. Special thanks to Captain Andy Rush and Sergeant Dustin Deaton for taking the time to join us this week. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #boating #lawenforcement #wildlifeofficer www.tnwildlife.org

Ever wanted to chase monster catfish and big rock bass? Not sure how to get started? Join us this week as TopKnoxFishing stops by to share a few tips and tricks on catching these huge fish. Marc loves to share his passion for catfish fishing and we are excited to have him join us in the studio. Don’t miss it! Check out his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/TopKnoxFishing. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams #catfish #stripedbass #rockbass www.tnwildlife.org

The Hunting Roots Turkey Camp is a pre-season teach-n-train weekend event designed to prepare and hone your child's turkey hunting skills for the spring season. This week Brodie Swisher joins us with all the details about the camp and we will learn more about the Hunting Roots brand. Don’t miss it! Sign up for camp: https://www.huntingroots.com/turkeycamps #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #shootingsports #tennesseewildcast #huntingroots www.tnwildlife.org HuntingRoots.com

Fishing The River, Big & Small - TN WildCast 278 This week we welcome back @jasonhollandfishing. Jason will walk us through different techniques for fishing rivers of all sizes. He will also dive into specific rod, reel and line types that work the best for him. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams www.tnwildlife.org

On Target with Hickok45 - TN WildCast 277 It is our pleasure to have Hickok45 in studio this week to cover all things shooting. If you are not familiar with his content, he is one of the best gun reviewers on YouTube with over 6.4 million followers. This week Hickok45 stops by to discuss range set up, gun selection, cleaning and so much more. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #shootingsports #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Travis Scott, Region 3 Rivers and Stream Manager, joins us again this week. We will learn more about the species of trout being stocked, sizes of these fish, numbers of fish, where they are coming from and the care given to ensure great fisheries in Tennessee. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Region 3 Rivers and Stream Manager, Travis Scott, joins us this week to talk trout. He will share information about partnerships and hatcheries that make Tennessee trout fishing some of the best in the southeast. We will also learn about an opportunity to chase a new species of trout in Tennessee that might put you in the record books. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Middle Tennessee Outdoor Pursuits (MTOP) is now offering fishing opportunities to students along with all of the other great outdoor adventure activities. Join us as MTOP’s Blake Osborn stops by to tell us more about what all they offer and the exciting fishing trips and activities planned this coming year. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Happy New Year! We are excited about what 2022 has in store. This #tennesseewildcast season kicks off with Director Wilson to learn about some exciting changes and opportunities coming this year. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing www.tnwildlife.org

Join us this week as JasonHollandFishing helps us find the perfect fishing line for your next fishing trip. #gooutdoorstennessee #fishing #bass #outdoors #tnwildlife #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

This week we welcome Dave Woodward for a trip down memory lane. Dave had an exciting career with the agency and paved the way for a lot of the outreach and education efforts we do today. This will be a fun conversation so don’t miss it. We hope you all have a Merry Christmas! #outdoors #tnwildlife #tennesseewildcast #gooutdoorstennessee www.tnwildlife.org

More and more people find themselves on Tennessee waterways all year long. Boating is no longer a warm weather only activity. This week Lt. Colonel Glenn Moats and Captain Matt Majors join us to discuss safe wintertime boating. Obviously, life jackets are the #1 safety gear all year long, but these gentlemen will share with us a few other things to think about before heading out on the water. #outdoors #tnwildlife #tennesseewildcast #boating #gooutdoorstennessee #lifejackets www.tnwildlife.org

JasonHollandFishing is back this week to go in-depth on bass fishing rods. Join us as we cover all the details to prepare you for the warmer days ahead. There is a rhyme and reason to rod choice and Jason has all the info. Don’t miss it. #gooutdoorstennessee #fishing #bass #outdoors #tnwildlife #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

This week Adrian Wilson from #TethrdNation demos some of the latest advances in saddle hunting. This is not anything new but Tethrd has taken saddle hunting to a new level. Getting to those hard to reach areas and accessing public land is no longer an excuse with the technology available today. Join us as we learn more about Adrian and his love for hunting and the great outdoors. #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #outdoors #tnwildlife #tennesseewildcast #deerhunting #tethrd #saddlehunting www.tnwildlife.org