Kentucky Afield
Our host goes in search of outdoor adventure and showcases the best fishing, hunting, and wildlife-related recreation Kentucky has to offer. Produced by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, Kentucky Afield is the longest continuously running outdoor television show in the nation.
Experts discuss Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on deer and elk and how to keep it out of the state
his week, we go elk hunting on a mountain top, and then shift our focus to hunting predators as fall beckons. Last, learn about a deer skinning method that might make your life a lot easier this season
Biologists get you up to speed on wild pigs and let you know what to do if you encounter one. Rabbit season is in full swing, and beagles are on the trail. Plus, a venison recipe you have to try
Kentucky Bass bite at Lake Cumberland; fishing with Tim and big water fisherman Chad Miles; and a demonstration of fly fishing with Thomas Schrodt are featured
Elk season begins and Mary Catherine McGirk goes in search of a prized bull. Later, angler David Jones fishes on Green River Lake, and the United Trappers of Kentucky host a squirrel hunt for kids
Expert John MacGregor amd Hopkins Co. resident Jon Wells go in search of cottonmouth snakes. Also, a look back at Tim's first Kentucky walleye catch at Lake Laurel and a recipe for deer chili are featured
Archery season sends Tim in search of a deer. Meet Bruce White and his squirrel dog Peanut. Dr. Monte McGregor shows how Kentucky's Center for Mollusk Conservation is leading the way for endangered species in Kentucky's rivers and streams
Watch man's best friend go bird hunting at Elk Creek Hunt Club in Owen County. Also, Micah Seavers in Fulton County provides an introduction to trapping
Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about hunting
Tim hunts deer with a modern handgun, quail hunting at Shaker Village, and Lee McClellan demonstrates the float-n-fly method of fishing
A new state record for elk by David Giles of Fayette County, spring fishing in Hatchery Creek in Russell County, and teaching dogs to track antler sheds are featured
Tim goes fishing on the Tennessee River in western Kentucky, a son helps revitalize his dad's love for fishing and hunting after his stroke, and return to Cogan's woods with Kentucky author Ron Ellis
A turkey hunt surprise, fly fishing, and cottonmouth snakes: Tim Farmer looks back on the highlights of the past year
Tim Farmer takes us squirrel hunting via a mule-drawn carriage, and we witness Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife employees spawn and stock muskie to supply the state's waterways
Tim talks with Fish & Wildlife experts Kate Slankard and Geoff Roberts about Kentucky raptors
Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Greg Johnson, the latest innovations in archery equipment at the Archery Trade Show in Louisville, and fishing for crappie on Green River Lake are featured
Tim sits down with the Kentucky inventor of the AC Shiner top water fishing lure. Retired fisheries biologist Lou Kornman introduces viewers to fishing lure collecting
Anderson County's Mark Marraccini talks about ammunition for hunting and fisheries biologist Jeff Ross shows anglers nifty internet sites
Tim meets Jayd Raines in Floyd County for 1760's-style squirrel hunting and cooking. Mel Hankla from Mefford's Fork in Mason County shares his vast knowledge of Colonial-era weaponry. In Paducah, meet Mark Miller, a master craftsman of replica flintlock rifles
Tips from national duck calling champ Jim King, mallards and mastery in Fulton County, and Micah Seavers shows the steps of setting beaver traps
Tim Farmer and experts highlight practices at work to benefit quail and grouse. They visit Adair County and the Paintsville Lake area for details. Also, a fishing and squirrel hunt combo is featured
Bladesmith Nick Peel of Jessamine County introduces Tim to the art of knife making. Also, tips on turkey hunting
Tim Farmer hosts his final show and focuses on three Spring activities: turkey hunting, bass fishing, and hunting morel mushrooms
First, we take a look back at Tim Farmer's 20-year career as host of "Kentucky Afield." Then new host Chad Miles introduces his first segment, fishing for smallmouth bass at Dale Hollow
Spring Turkey Call-in 2016
Guide Chino Ross puts us in the thick of walleye and sauger near High Bridge. We also stop by the Kentucky NASP archery championship in Louisville, introduce the art of trapping groundhog and muskrat to young "Magnum Mike", and wind up at Perryville Battlefield State Park for a controlled burn to aid wildlife habitat
Chad goes fishing for early spring bass on Cedar Creek Lake. A visit to Cabin Creek Lures and waterfowl biologists near Henderson search for American Black Duck
We hit the coves at Lake Cumberland as host, Chad Miles, shows a winning technique for fishing swim baits. Then, in Clark County, Mother Nature opens her medicine chest. Craig and Jennifer Caudill with Nature Reliance School take a look at edible and medicinal plants of Kentucky. Then, our last stop is Richmond and "The Cane Pole" for tips on keeping your baitcasting reel clean for the catch.
Chad Miles and others fish Kentucky's new trout stream. The trip includes a look at where Kentucky Trout come from and how Hatchery Creek came to be
Spring Fishing Call-In Show 2016
Chad and the crew fish for crappie at Taylorsville Lake, expert advice on how to avoid the path of black bears during mating season, and a look at the ruffed grouse are featured
Catching fish with homemade bait, how conservation education is fueling interest in outdoor kids, and one of Kentucky's largest boat ramps are featured
Chad Miles and the crew try out an effective bass fishing technique on Kentucky Lake, and then check on a peregrine falcon nest in Trimble County
Chad and his son Leo go fishing at Beaver Lake, research on the declining barn owl population, and passing the tradition of trapping to the next generation are featured
Wildlife biologists and technicians track does and their offspring in order to check the health of Kentucky's deer population
We bid farewell to longtime executive producer Scott Moore with a look back at three of his favorite stories: duck hunting in Livingston County; rabbit hunting in Clinton County; and fishing on Cedar Creek Lake
We go fishing with Terry Watts on Nolin Lake, search for snakes at Mammoth Cave National Park, and learn about the rough grouse in Kentucky
Night bass fishing at Kentucky Lake, Chad and crew tag along on a shocking boat at Cedar Creek Lake, and see why Lake Cumberland is a great place for swim bait fishing
Jim Doom leads Chad and the crew to monster striped bass in the Ohio River, smallmouth bass kayak fishing along Elkhorn Creek, and a trap shooting state competition for youth are featured
Catching trout on the Cumberland River, what one sportsman's club is doing to get women involved in shooting sports, fishing for crappie on Taylorville Lake, and a visit to Perryville Battlefield State Park are featured
Night-time fishing for smallmouth bass on Dale Hollow Lake, advice on bows for deer archery season, and the Archery Trade Show in Louisville are featured
Wildlife Diversity Call-In 2016
Fishing with kids, the fish habitat improvement program at Cave Run Lake, and a unique recipe for catfish bait are featured
This week it's all about deer. Archery season for white tails opens the first Saturday in September. We're in the field with biologists and technicians tracking does and checking the state of our deer herd
Get ready for elk season with biologist Gabe Jenkins, the two biggest elk ever taken in Kentucky, and a squirrel hunt for youth are showcased
Fishing for Asian carp on the Ohio River, snake science at the Kentucky Reptile Zoo, and launching the largest boat ramp in Kentucky are featured
Dove season is in full swing. Chad Miles visits a public dove field. Then we meet a master canoe craftsman and catch a few surprises at Nolin Lake
A look at archery season, a way to enjoy hunting while helping your community, a group that assists Kentucky's wounded heroes, and night fishing for bass are featured
Follow Tim on an action-packed day of duck, dove, deer and squirrel hunting. He shares a recipe for deer steak
Tim and the crew head to Owenton to meet a sporting clay champion and later cover muzzleloaders with a master craftsman
Tim and Niki go deer hunting the opening week of modern gun season. Tim gives advice on canning deer meat
A man helps his dad rekindle his love for fishing and hunting after his stroke, Kentucky author Ron Ellis in Cogan's woods, and Tim fishes on the Tennessee River
Meet Peanut the squirrel dog, go rabbit hunting in Harrison County with Big Al's beagle hounds, and visit with a lab that hunts deer sheds
Tim Farmer revisits the best of 2014
A do-it-yourself electronic coyote call, forest and fish management in the form of cedar trees, and Tim's favorite lasagna recipe are featured
Tim goes squirrel hunting in western Kentucky and chases largemouth bass on Kentucky Lake, and a grouse habitat in Morgan County gets a boost from the League of Kentucky Sportsmen
Tim and Jayd Raines go 1760's-style squirrel hunting and cooking in Floyd Co., Mel Hankla from Mefford's Fort in Mason Co. shares his knowledge of Colonial-era weaponry, and master craftsman Mark Miller replicates flintlock rifles in Paducah
Crappie fishing on Green River Lake, the reintroduction of Lake Sturgeon in Laurel River, and rabbit habitats are featured
Minnesota-style ice fishing in Grant County, duck decoy artist David Harris, and meet Gary Rogers, a man who loves teaching kids about conservation
Tim Farmer celebrates 20 years as Kentucky Afield host, meet Rauol Desprez who inspired Tim in the kitchen, and the restocking efforts of Blue Catfish at Taylorsville Lake are featured
Ever wondered what a championship duck caller sounds like? Host Tim Farmer quacks it up with national duck caller Jim King. Also, drop in on the mallards of Fulton County, and learn about some beavers and their dam problems
Striped bass fishing at Lake Cumberland with Lance Sasser's Guide Service, Colt Peel from Jessamine County and his handcrafted turkey calls, and a tribute to the late Hope Carleton - former host of Kentucky Afield
Knife making and turkey hunting tips
Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' questions about turkey hunting
im Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about fishing
Tim heads to Greenup Co. for a turkey hunt, takes his grandkids sauger fishing, and David Hamilton talks about the reopening of Locks 1-4 on the Kentucky River
Tim visits a beagle trial in Butler County, spends time in a kayak in a farm pond, and takes a youth on his first turkey hunt
Fishing in Owen County's Elmer Davis Lake, meet youth turkey hunter Kelsey Chesnut from Laurel County, and a recipe for hush puppies
Tim and Jim Doom take aim on Asian Carp at Barkley Dam, the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony, and a dermatologist talks about protecting your skin for summer
Pro bass angler Bill Day is Tim's special guest this week. Tim celebrates 20 years as Kentucky Afield host. He goes fishing with world record holder Bruce Midkiff at Cannelton Dam
Tim Farmer reviews basic fishing skills with a novice, then tries out those skills on the Ohio River. We also visit Hooten Old Town for some cowboy action shooting
Jim Doom and Tim Farmer go bow fishing at Barkley Dam with youth archery champions. Tim and his dad, Jerry, go fly-fishing
Tim Farmer fishes with Chino Ross near Louisville's McAlpine Dam. Then we take a look at rattlesnakes in Kentucky. Last, we meet Kevin Brown, who makes traditional bows
Tim Farmer revisits some old folks who have made a major impact on his hunting style and his life. Also, take a look back at an old way of pig salting. Tim reads a story from Gene Hill's "A Hunter's Fireside Book" about a man remembering his dog
Fishing for catfish at Lake Barkley, meet noodling experts Ryan and Jesse Steenbergen, fishing with Aaron Wheatley on the Ohio River near Owensboro, and catfish researcher David Baker talks about a recent study on Taylorsville Lake
Tag along with Brandon Wade of the Cumberland Drifters in search of trout on the Cumberland River. Near Berea, youth take aim at the 112th State Shotgun Shoot and Tim Farmer bids a warm farewell to life-long angler Ruth Brame
Biologist Steve Marple discusses hybrid catfish; a young woman bands geese; and Tim Farmer fishes for smallmouth bass on the Green River
Tim Farmer joins Danny Langford at Cedar Creek Lake in Lincoln County, where he uses a wacky rig for largemouth bass. Then, John Brunjes is our guide for a high-flying goose survey from a helicopter
Tim Farmer and colleagues from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer questions from viewers about non-game wildlife and conservation issues
Writer Kevin Kelly with Kentucky Afield Magazine and Tim Farmer chase smallmouth bass. The HIP survey that migratory bird hunters must take to be legal and putting clover and winter wheat on the menu are highlighted
Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about fishing
Meet Phil Conyers, who caught the Kentucky state record bluegill at 4lb. 3oz. Tag along with Tim Farmer for last year's archery hunt for a doe. We remember Cooper, a blind hunting dog.
From knowing where you're hunting to how to get your harvest home, Tim says "Elk Hunt 101" is a must see. Also, a look at opening day of dove season
Fishing on Corinth Lake in Owen County; a new bald eagle arrives at the Salato Wildlife Center in Frankfort; training for becoming a conservation officer
Tim Farmer, Lance Sasser, and Bobby Masters fish for striper on Lake Cumberland. Also, Kris Mann has a plan for late summer crappie at Cave Run Lake
Tim Farmer and experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer viewers' queries about hunting.
Fisheries biologists study the fish at Lake Cumberland, plus fishing the old fashioned way with Lew Kornman's Lure Collection.
Tales from Cogan's Woods, fishing reports, and a holiday canning project
The Best of 2013: Western Ky. duck hunt, largemouth bass on Farm Pond, and a bull elk hunt.
A conservation lesson regarding the now extinct passenger pigeon and special guest Kentuckian Don Everly of the Everly Brothers
Join a rabbit hunt in Clinton County and get an update on black bear in Kentucky
Tag along on an elk capture; small mouth bass fishing; and the 2014 Louisville Boat Show
In search of black bears in southeastern Kentucky
Quail restoration and how you can help in graduation for some of Kentucky's finest
Ice fishing on a frozen over lake and how to carve duck decoys
Bass fishing, squirrel hunting, and the perfect way to filet silver carp
Bats with white nose syndrome; and a wildlife photographer shares his passion for hunting
It's all things spring on the Kentucky River as Tim Farmer, Chino Ross, and Marc Johnson search for a sauger. Then see why small ponds mean large-mouth bass. The Becoming an Outdoorswoman Workshop introduces women to new skills
Opening day of turkey season; period accurate flintlock rifles; and meet a 14 year old turkey calling champion
Tim Farmer and experts from the Ky. Dept. of Fish and Wildlife answer viewer questions about fishing during the annual live call-in show
Turkey season, Raccoon season, cold crappie at Lake Barkley
Tim Farmer takes a friend on his first turkey hunt and gathers morel mushrooms
Sportsman Tim Farmer goes fishing with Danny Langford of Boyle Co., a goose survey, and fly fishing are featured.
Legendary Kentucky basketball coaches Joe B. Hall and Denny Crum take their rivalry to a favorite lake in the Bluegrass region. Hear talks of the good ole days and how relaxed they are now that the next game plan is focused on fish
Identifying venomous snakes with State Herpetologist John MacGregor, fishing with Campbell Miles, and the University of Kentucky shotgun team are featured
Follow Tim Farmer as he travels to the tail waters of Lake Barkley in search of Big Head Carp with Jim Doom. While there, they also have success with white bass under the bridge as well. Next, we talk with Dr. Fernando de Castro about sun damage to skin and how to prevent it.
Tim and Brandon Wade go fishing for trout and bluegill on Lake Cumberland
Tim joins Chino Ross for a multi-species day on the Ohio River by the Louisville skyline. Also featured are rattlesnake tracking and making a traditional bow
In memory of long-range marksman, Bruce Naude, Kentucky Afield re-airs his story, and then Tim heads to Taylorsville Lake to go jugging for catfish.
Back to basics fishing tips and cowboy action shoot out
Fishing at quiet lesser known lakes with Carl Hurley, and cooking up frog legs
Tracking Geese and Fish Processing
Champion trap shooter Nora Ross, planning for deer hunting season, and aquatic invasive plants at Paintsville Lake are featured
Braxton, Kentucky AField's biggest little fan, returns to fish with Tim, Aaron Wheatley organizes the "Monsters on the Ohio" catfish tournament, and hear the inspiring story of pro fisherman Clay Dyer.
Fisheries biologist Tom Timmerman at Cave Run Lake, fishing for crappie, and harvesting Asian Carp are featured
Tim Farmer and colleagues from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources answer questions from viewers about non-game wildlife and conservation issues.
Meet Kentucky fisheries veteran Benjy Kinman and explore the lake in Henry Co. named in his honor. Byron Crawford and Tim fish for hybrids at Barren River Lake. Deer biologist Gabe Jenkins gives hunters a fall preview as opening day approaches.
Tim's at Cumberland River to fish for trout with Brandon Wade and then for bluegill on the lake. Also, learn how to make a great meal by smoking fish.
Host Tim Farmer takes his granddaughters squirrel hunting and showcases a crock pot recipe; relive the 30th anniversary of catching a state record largemouth bass with fisherman Dale Wilson.
New Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Greg Johnson goes dove hunting in Clinton County; Tim fishes with Wade Brown, president of the University of Louisville Bass Fishing Team; and avian specialist Kate Heyden discusses the state's songbird populations at Shake Village.
Harvesting a doe, elk hunting, and preparing for the hunting season are featured
Tim travels to Carter Cave State Park and visits Smokey Valley Lake, the construction of the Hatchery Creek project below Wolf Creek Dam, and fly tying tips from trout expert Thomas Schrodt are featured
Ron Rhody delivered a weekly fishing report on Saturday mornings
Location | United States of America |
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Language | English |
Release | 1952-12-06 |
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