UC Outdoors

Brad Halfacre chats with Ranger Kristen Willis from Burgess Falls State Park to dive into the challenges and beauty of the Window Cliffs Trail—a 5.4-mile hike she describes as strenuous but rewarding. Kristen shares tips on how to stay safe and prepared on the trail, and gives details about upcoming events in July, including night hikes, nature hikes, and the Advanced Junior Ranger Program. She also discusses the park's impressive transformation of a 7-acre grassland area, once 85% overrun by

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.Listen To The

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. Listen To The UC Outdoors Podcast Today!

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.