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22 Episodes 1999 - 2000
Episode 1
Thu, Oct 19, 2000
The opening day of dove season is traditionally one of the great social events in Georgia. As dove season comes around it signals the start of a new hunting season and an opportunity for friends and family to get-together. This year, Georgia Outdoors is going on a 410 Dove Hunt at the Henderson Village Plantation. The hunt is a fund-raiser for Georgia Public Television.
Episode 2
Tue, Oct 26, 1999
The Conasuaga River supports more rare species and is in better condition than most of the other rivers draining through the Coosa River system of northwestern Georgia. Surrounded by extensive wilderness and national forest land, the upper third of the river is in almost pristine condition. The waters of the Conasauga are home to over 90 different species of fish including the amber darter, the blue shiner, and the frecklebelly madtom. Of all of the fish, mussels, and other aquatic species of the river, 25 species are considered rare. The river also provides recreational opportunities like snorkeling, canoeing and outstanding fishing, and most important, water for agricultural, residential and industrial use. Note: due to water conditions, we may flyfish on The Jack's River, which feeds into and is part of the Conasauga River watershed.
Episode 3
Tue, Nov 2, 1999
Due to hunters' requests, Georgia passed a law allowing for a primitive weapons or "black powder" season in Georgia. This program features a shooting demonstration with these weapons followed by a black powder hunt. The program also discusses quality deer management practices and the use of food plots as a management tool.
Episode 4
Tue, Nov 9, 1999
North Georgia is a natural wonderland, full of adventure, history and great family fun. Some places, like Cloudland Canyon State Park attract large numbers of visitors. Others, like the Crockford - Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Area, are diamonds in the rough, known mostly by locals and hunters. If you're interested in a little history lesson, don't miss New Echota Historic Site. With a little homework and a lot of enthusiasm this part of our beautiful state is within easy reach of us all.
Episode 5
Tue, Nov 16, 1999
Guest Host Robin Russel introduces us to women who enjoy the outdoors. We follow one young women through a Hunter Safety Course and her first deer hunt on Rum Creek WMA, then we meet a rock climbing enthusiast. At a BOW, Becoming and Outdoor's Women, event women take classes in canoeing, fly tying, campfire cooking and orienteering. Robin also gets some shooting instruction from a top notch shooting instructor. History is made as Robin harvests her first deer during production of this program. Too bad the cameras had gone home. But, we have pictures to prove it.
Episode 6
Sat, Oct 23, 1999
Georgia's Flint River is one of the southeastern United States' greatest natural resources. Over 125 of its 220 total miles are free-flowing as it traverses the state from the Atlanta Metro Area to its confluence with the Chattahoochee. As we examine the future of the state's water resources for the next century, the Flint is a pivotal watershed in which to promote conservation, ecological tourism and sustainable economic development. Georgia Outdoors plans on doing a three part series on the river for the 11th season.
Episode 7
Sat, Jan 15, 2000
This program visits two of North Georgia's most beautiful waterfalls, Tacoa Falls and Minnehaha Falls, where host Michael Skinner teaches us about landscape photography. Then, Michael travels to Minnesota to photograph some beautiful winter wildlife. Photographing nature is one of the most popular and fascinating areas of photography. Like any craft or hobby, there is a learning curve. With photography, applying knowledge means practice, practice means patience and perseverance. Once you have the basics then you can begin to develop your own distinct style using the elements of exposure and composition. And, as most photographers will tell you, a little bit of luck never hurts!
Episode 8
Sat, Jan 22, 2000
Ducks are a favorite game bird among hunters today and they have been for hundreds of years. Even if you're not a hunter, ducks are part of our collective consciousness about the natural world. Their migration calls herald the passing of the seasons and for most people, they are instantly identifiable in flight. Whether it's the "daffy" bill at the end of their noses or the flock of birds bobbing like corks in the water we all know, "It's a duck!" This program features a Altamaha draw hunt on Butler Island, a Georgia State Champion duck caller and a young wildlife artist who won his first Junior Duck Stamp award when her was ten years old.
Episode 9
Sat, Jan 29, 2000
As well as being man's best friend, dogs are also man's best hunting buddy. This show features frisbee dogs, herding dogs and just plain pet dogs in the first segment. Part two features the heroes of Georgia's Search and Rescue teams, or SARDOGS. Part three features retired veterinarian Wilbur Dellinger and his vast knowledge of the hunting breeds.
Episode 10
Sat, Feb 5, 2000
Camping was once simply a way life in America. The campsite was either a dwelling or just a place to bed down for the night. Early explorers, hunters, travelers and "cowboys of the old west" set up camp every night and certainly didn't think of it as the recreational pastime we enjoy today. Part one of this program features a family that rents camping equipment from Geared To Go. Part two is a shopping trip both on the cheap at an army surplus store and then at a top notch outdoors gear retailer. Coastal naturalist Cathy Sakas takes us coastal camping in part three.
Episode 11
Sat, Feb 12, 2000
Georgia's urban areas can be full of surprises for outdoor adventurers. All it takes is a little get up and go. Most of us know about outdoor destinations like Zoo Atlanta, Fernbank Science Center and Stone Mountain, but there are also innumerable hiking trails, bird watching forests, trout fishing and great paddling are all within a short drive of the city. This week Georgia Outdoors features The Elatchee Nature Science center near Gainesville, Fernbank Science center in Atlanta and The Buford Hatchery where families can help restock Georgia's streams. Next time viewers want some after work recreation, they can take a short drive to the Chattahoochee, or even Piedmont Park for a little fishing.
Episode 12
Sat, Feb 19, 2000
Scientist's predict that the extinction rate of plants and animals on our planet may be as high as one or more a day. Thankfully, there are many conservation success stories here in Georgia too. These successes have been hard won and would not have occurred without the efforts and cooperation of lots of people, agencies and organizations. But, there is no rest for the weary. This program features some of Georgia's biggest conservation challenges - the Right Whale, the Loggerhead Sea Turtle and the Robust Redhorse - as well as some of Georgia's success stories like the Whitetail Deer, the wild Turkey, the Bald Eagle and the Alligator. This program focuses on the Right Whale and the organizations that work together to protect the remaining animals that number less than 300.
Episode 13
Sat, Feb 26, 2000
Second only to the Largemouth Bass, the Crappie is Georgia's most popular game fish and Lake Weiss in North Georgia is famous for it's Crappie fishing. This episode features a day on the lake with biologist Kevin Dalmier, a surprise harvest of Spotted Bass along with a fair catch of crappie, Crappie Fishing Tips from Freshwater Fish Hall of Famer Sam Heaton and a Crappie Cooking segment.
Episode 14
Sat, Mar 18, 2000
Mountain biking is a great family sport. This program features information on the basics as well as the new high tech gear available. We follow Atlanta salesman David Guy who keeps his bike in his SUV as he travels the state. We join our guest for a ride in the Tallulah Gorge State Park and in Augusta along the canal. We also go to Andy Jordan's Bike Warehouse and interview the owner about bike maintenance and the history of the canal trail.
Episode 15
Sat, Mar 25, 2000
Georgia has opened a new birding trail along the coast. This program visits points on the new Colonial Coast Birding Trail from a historic canal to Jekyll Island Beach. We join the Jekyll Island Bird Banding club and help band migratory songbirds. The program also includes birding by kayak in a beautiful coastal marsh on the Melon Bluff Plantation.
Episode 16
Tue, Apr 4, 2000
How to create a friendly environment for wildlife in your own back yard. Always a crowd pleaser, this show will highlight the many ways you can turn your backyard into a welcome habitat for wildlife. Locations include Callaway Gardens Victory Garden South, a blue bird trail and a nursery where special guest host Robin Russel joins Michael Skinner and they explore water gardens and native plants.
Episode 17
Tue, Apr 11, 2000
Hunting for turkey in the morning and fishing for white bass in the afternoon - it's Surf n' Turf.
Episode 18
Tue, Apr 18, 2000
We'll be fishing for Shad and striper on the Ogeechee as well as visiting historic Richmond Hill. We discover the legacy of Henry Ford's contribution to the area and visit the breathtaking Ford Plantation. Michael and friends will do some ghost story telling and guitar playing around the campfire at historic Fort McAllister State park.
Episode 19
Tue, May 2, 2000
Fishing with kids at The Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center. The kids are part of a national program called "Hooked on Fishing, not on Drugs." This show will also include a segment with State Senator Max Cleland fishing with his Dad.
Episode 20
Tue, May 9, 2000
Explore the beautiful watery trail system found on the coast of Georgia from the unusual perspective of a kayak. Host Michael Skinner takes a tour through the amazing rivers and marshes of the intercoastal waterway. Special guests include Michael Gowen of Southeast Adventure located on St. Simons Island and Charlie Reeves of Caretta Kayaks in Savannah. Special features include a photography trip on an abandoned meander of the Satilla River, fishing a tidal creek, and a look inside a kayak shop where handmade wooden boats are works of art as well as sea-worthy vessels.
Episode 21
Tue, May 16, 2000
Host Michael Skinner and guide will float the beautiful and magical waters of the Okefenokee Swamp. Home to alligators and numerous species of beautiful flowers, this eerie and unique habitat will remind the viewer of yet another amazing place to explore. Fishing is fun and fruitful with guest hosts Bert Deneer and Paul Williamson. GPTV's favorite Okefenokee Joe will also make a special guest appearance.
Episode 22
Tue, May 23, 2000
One of coastal Georgia's most beautiful streams, The Satilla, is known for it's stark white sandbars and reflective black waters. The fishing is good, for both redbreast and largemouth. We take a sidetrip to Waycross and The Okefenokee Swamp Park and to UGA where we learn about a research project focusing on Georgia's coastal plain.