Jim Strader Outdoors

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk with Tyler Wayland, Land Management Conservationist and Business Development Manager for Roundstone Native Seed Company. Topics included the importance of native plants and how to plant and manage them for wildlife pollinators like butterflies and honey bees. For more info, check them out at roundstoneseed.com.

Tonight's guest, Mark Menandez, 3- time Bass Master Champion, 5- time Classic Qualifier and one and a half million-dollar winnings tournament Pro talks springtime bass fishing.

Jim and Scott discussed turkey season progress, fishing reports and tactics, dove field prep and wildlife notes.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about the unusual weather conditions and its effect on fish and the impact on turkey season.

Tonight's show was "Turkey Talk" with Matt Fulkerson, five-time NWTF turkey call making champion. We discussed the various types of turkey calls, their advantages under certain conditions. We also gave a forecast of this season's conditions, challenges and how to deal with them.

Tonight's guest is nationally renowned Wild Turkey Research Biologist, Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain has researched turkeys for thirty years and shares his data and turkey hunting experience.  For more info, go to wildturkeydna.com.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott interviewed World Bass Fishing Champion and Hoosier Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Wes Thomas. The conversation centered on tips and tactics for catching pre-spawn bass.  

Tonight's guest is Jeremy Mattingly, OTH Fishing and Crappie Monster. He shared pre-spawn crappie techniques. You can check him out at OTHfishing.com.

On tonight's show, Jim interviews Keith Mark, founder of hunternation.org. This is a national advocacy group for issues that affect outdoorsmen. For further information, go to hunternation.org.

Tonight's guest is nationally renowned Wild Turkey Research Biologist, Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain has researched turkeys for thirty years and shares his data and turkey hunting experience.  For more info, go to wildturkeydna.com.

Jim and Scott discussed late winter wildlife activities and fishing opportunities.

Jim and Scott interviewed Dr. Grant Woods, renowned Deer Biologist and host of Growing Deer TV.

Jim and Scott tackle wildlife conservation issues and its challenges in the future.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott interview Kyle Cauley, expert on calling techniques, optical conditions and equipment for effectively hunting coyotes.

Tonight's show highlighted the importance and benefits of controlled fire for wildlife and habitat management. Our guest was Jacob Stewart, President of the Kentucky Prescribed Fire Council and KDFWR Fire Management Officer.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott  discuss the importance of the proper clothing and outdoor gear to help you stay comfortable in widely varying weather conditions.

On tonight's show, Jim and his guests, Ed Morris, former President of the League of Kentucky Sportsmen and Larry Richards, past President of the Kentuckiana Chapter of Safari Club International comment about Attorney General Russell Coleman's published opinion that current Commission Chairmen Chuck Meade should resign or be removed by court action. The issue at stake is the Landowner Exemption granted by the KRS statutes that allow resident landowners to hunt or fish on their own land without a license.

Tonight, Jim and Scott talk about all things rabbit hunting with Scott Smith and Josh Bramel. They share decades of experience hunting with beagles and field troweling.  Scott Smith: 502-777-6216 Josh Bramel: 502-287-9743

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott give field reports and tips on late season deer hunting, small game and fishing reports.

Tonight, Jim and Scott interview a lifelong hunter, Evan Williams with HOYT USA and KOFA USA Outdoor Clothing Company.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about the status of waterfowl hunting in the region. They discussed duck numbers, harvest trends and management objectives with their guest, Scott Vance, Regional Director with Delta Waterfowl. For further info, go to www.deltawaterfowl.org or contact Scott Vance at [email protected].

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talked about the modern gun season and answered callers' questions.

Tonight, Jim and Scott give a breakdown on Kentucky and Indiana gun seasons and rut reports.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talked about the status of the rut, unusual field conditions and strategies for the upcoming gun deer season.

Gun deer season prep with State Senator and former Navy Seal Sniper Aaron Reed and Firearms Expert Truman Kilburn from OPS Supply. Check them out on Facebook at OPS Supply/Archery Pro Shop.

On tonight's show, Jim, Scott and featured guest Ed Morris, host of Grizzled Outdoor podcasts talk about safety and preparedness in the outdoors.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about October deer hunting strategies and October fish opportunities.  

Tonight Jim and Scott interview Tony Smotherman, "The Travelin' Hunter" of TV fame. Tony is an icon in the firearms industry. He currently works for CVA Muzzeloading Company and BERGARA Rifles. Check him out on Instagram at travelinhunter.

9-21-25 - Kentucky Archery Big Bucks in September.

On tonight's program, Jim and Scott discussed the effects of the drought and the EHD epidemic that is killing deer across the region. The featured guest, Jason Lupardus with Turkeys For Tomorrow talked about turkey limits and predator control.

Tonight's guest was Dudley Phelps with Mossy Oak Nativ Nurseries. Dudley is also the co-host of "The Game Keepers of Mossy Oak" television show and the Game Keepers podcast.

On tonight's special wing-shooting program, special guest Jason Craig with Epic Shotshell Company shares shooting tips and techniques. He also shared the technological advances of his custom made Epic Shotshells.

Tonight, Jim and Scott share field reports on the EHD disease outbreak, mast crop production, food plot suggestions and took calls and answered questions from the audience.

8-17-25 Value of Outdoor Land and Timber

On tonight's show, our featured guests were Willie Robertson, CEO of Duck Dynasty, Steve Hornback of Operation Care, Inc, Terry Partin of Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry and Trey Webb of Webb's Butcher Block. The primary focus of the program was how to share the outdoor experience and its harvest with others.

Tonight's featured guest, Jeremy Tate with Deer:30 and Tad Ladd West KY White Tails Outfitting business talks deer nutrition, food plots, scouting and stand placements through the season.

On tonight's show, we discussed all aspects of fly fishing for bass, sunfish and other freshwater species. Our featured guest, Dick Haas has caught more than 114 species of fish on a fly and taught hundreds the enjoyment of the sport.

Jim and Scott interview Todd Ulery about Deer and Target archery.

Join co-host Scott Cronin and me on the air tonight as we dive into an eye-opening discussion with entomology experts Dr. Rebekah Epps and Johnathan Larson from the University of Kentucky. We will also be joined by Kurt Avery, founder of Sawyer Products, an industry leader specializing in insect repellents.

Jim and Scott tackle wildlife conservation issues and its challenges in the future.

Tonight Jim and Scott discuss the transition into summer with fishing tips, wildlife management techniques and ways to stay protected from sun and insects.  

Jim's featured guests tonight were Steve Douglas, "The Catfish Dude" from You Tube and Justin Browning. They shared information on catching giant catfish and their concerns about the preservation of these ancient catfish which are being sold by commercial fishermen to pay lakes.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott give fish and wildlife reports from across the region.

Jim and Scott discuss proposals for new CWD zones in Henderson, Union, Webster, Crittenden, McLean, and Daviess counties. Due to the discovery of the CWD0-positive deer in Posey County, Indiana, there will be a special commission meeting on Wednesday, May 21st.

Jim and Scott roll out a Spring Special on fish spawning, turkey strutting and Morel mushrooms.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk about the massive flooding at the region's lakes and the effects flooding has had on fish and wildlife.

Tonight's guest, Mark Menandez, 3- time Bass Master Champion, 5- time Classic Qualifier and one and a half million-dollar winnings tournament Pro talks springtime bass fishing.

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott talk turkey with Harold Knight, legendary turkey hunter and co-owner of Knight & Hale Game Calls.

Tonight's feature guest, Jeremy Mattingly, owner of Crappie Monster and OTfishing.com takes an in depth look on how to catch crappie during Spring.  

To contact Scott and his organization, you can find him at"https://deltawaterfowl.org"