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Delayed Harvest Waters & Summer Weather Predictions



Segment 1, May 27, 2023 The Carolina Outdoors, powered by the Charlotte outdoor store, Jesse Brown’s, begins with a busy time in late spring. We are getting towards the end of delayed harvest season.  This program began in the early 1990’s to help promote trout fishing in NC. The program stocked streams for catch & … Continue reading Delayed Harvest Waters & Summer Weather Predictions


Rocky Shoals Spider Lily Bloom with Zack Gross



Segment 3, May 20th, 2023 We have a famous bloom of flowers that happens once a year in the Carolinas.  The reason it is famous?  It is because it is one of the world’s largest blooms of the Rocky Shoals Spider Lily. This plant loves the free-flowing, shallow-water, that is in this part of the … Continue reading Rocky Shoals Spider Lily Bloom with Zack Gross


Spring Produce with Bush N Vine Farm



Segment 3, April 8, 2023, 13:48 BushNVineFarm joins the Carolina Outdoors with owner, Sam Hall, talking produce.  On this segment, we find out what the boxes were that showed up at Jesse Brown’s, Charlotte outdoor store, with CSA written across the side.  These weren’t fill with On Cloud Running Shoes, Patagonia clothing in Charlotte, or … Continue reading Spring Produce with Bush N Vine Farm


The Coolest Fabrics For the Hottest Weather



If you’ve ever looked closely at the tag on your performance T-shirt or summer “cooling” wear, you’ve probably noticed a number of certifications for keeping you dry, cool, or protected from the sun. Have you wondered who does the testing? It turns out, an industry group located right here in North Carolina is responsible for … Continue reading The Coolest Fabrics For the Hottest Weather


Coyotes & Hiking in the Heat



Segment 2, May 27, 2023 Remember the spider lilies.  Landsford Canal State Park is the place to see the bloom. It’s only an hour south of Charlotte & full of flowers, good trails, & wildlife. Speaking of wildlife: Mary Ramsey of the Charlotte Observer reports on the recent NC WIldlife Resource Commission statement. “‘Coyotes are … Continue reading Coyotes & Hiking in the Heat


The Heat & How to Handle It



(From 07.23.22, Segment 2) It’s definitely summertime, and an easy indication of that is the all-encompassing HEAT, especially for us down here in the South! Stay safe and stay protected when out in the summer sun, whether that be on your next adventure or gardening in your yard. Jesse Brown’s Outdoors is fully stocked with … Continue reading The Heat & How to Handle It


The Hat! Trend vs Practicality



(From The 1/09/2021 Program) The Man that Killed the Hat was an article written by Megan Mclachlan. The Man?  John F. Kennedy. The Time? The presidential inauguration in 1960.  However the real reasons are arguably that: 1. Returning veterans from war were sick of wearing hats 2. Just normal decline in trend 3. Streamlining and … Continue reading The Hat! Trend vs Practicality