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The Kentucky Afield Podcast allows you to explore Kentucky’s wildlife and learn new fishing or hunting techniques or outdoor opportunities from the convenience of your mobile device or computer. Join host Chase Wininger and co-host Lee McClellan as they sit down with a variety of guests to discuss a wide array of topics for outdoor enthusiasts across the Bluegrass state. Tune in, subscribe, and stay in the loop on everything Kentucky outdoors!

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Chase Wininger

Executive Producer

KY Afield TV​​

Chase is an executive producer for the Emmy Award-winning TV show Kentucky Afield and is an avid outdoorsman himself. He enjoys hunting everything from small game and turkey to deer, coyotes, and bears. In the warmer months, you can also find him wading or kayaking streams and rivers across the state in pursuit of smallmouth bass, musky, and every species in between.

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Lee McClellan

Associate Editor

Kentucky Afield Magazine

Lee is the associate editor for Kentucky Afield Magazine with a strong passion for fishing. He is the author of the award-winning Blue Water Trails series of articles profiling fishing and paddling opportunities across Kentucky. He is the author of dozens of stories for Kentucky Afield magazine, ranging from how-to stories on fishing or hunting as well as historical and wildlife-focused pieces.


CHECK OUT OUR LATEST PODCAST!

 
 

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast, we’re once again joined by Zak Danks, KDFWR Turkey Program Coordinator. This time, we get a mid-season update on the turkey harvest, which is trending toward an all-time high. Zak breaks down why that’s happening and what it could mean for the future. He also shares insights on turkey reproduction and where we are in that process—offering a look at how hunting conditions may shape up over the next few weeks.

Plus, host Chase Wininger recaps a successful hunt, and co-host Lee McClellan shares his Derby picks!





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Turkey Research, Spring Forecast

Episode #160 – Zak Danks

Turkey season is right around the corner in Kentucky, and there’s no better way to get prepared...

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From History to Headwaters

Episode #159 – Jay Herrala

This week’s episode takes a storytelling approach to fisheries management with Jay Herrala...

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From Field to Com Office

Episode #158 – Rich Storm

We sit down with KDFWR Commissioner Rich Storm to talk about his path and conservation leadership.

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Fishing, Habitat Work, How to Help

Episode #157 – David Baker

What’s hot in fishing right now, plus habitat projects and how to find locations across Kentucky.

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Black Bear Hunting, Q&A

Episode #156 – Dr. John Hast

A deep dive into black bear hunting, management goals, and season structure in Kentucky.

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Deer Movement, GPS, Rut

Episode #155 – Joe McDermott

Insights from GPS collar research and what it means for deer hunters this season.

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Deer Season, R3, Bow

Episode #154 – Crume & Bagby

Early season strategies and insights into R3 and outdoor participation efforts.

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Deer Season 2025, Tips

Episode #153 – Tommy Apostolopoulos

Early season deer hunting strategies and trends across Kentucky.