OUR SPONSORS
ABOUT US
Carolina Outdoor Journal is produced by Joe Albea Productions, a division of Southeast Media Services, Inc. Hosted by Joe Albea and John Moore – both are lifelong residents of North Carolina and have years of involvement in outdoor writing, photography, radio and television broadcast production. They both enjoy all facets of the Carolina outdoor experience from fishing the outer banks surf to floating a mountain river for smallmouth bass.
Joe Albea is an award-winning outdoor photographer and the producer of Carolina Outdoor Journal. His still photography has graced many magazines and his video images have been used in television and video productions across the country. Albea has traveled extensively abroad and to every corner of North Carolina.
John Moore has 32 years of radio and television broadcast experience. He has co-hosted the Journal since the beginning of the series while operating a very successful marketing and advertising firm. Very active in his community, Moore has countless hours of volunteer service under his belt.
With more than 20 years experience in food styling and instruction, Donna Reynolds brings a wealth of knowledge to every recipe she prepares. As host and producer of Simple Cooking, a cooking segment of Carolina Outdoor Journal, Donna creates, styles and demonstrates each recipe featured on the show. From tasty coastal dishes featuring fish, shrimp and oysters to game recipes that capture the flavor of the outdoors, she prepares recipes that are simple and delicious.
UNC-TV PRODUCTION CREW
COOKING SEGMENT PRODUCTION CREW
EDITING / POST-PRODUCTION
Mark Crews has edited the Carolina Outdoor Journal for 21 seasons. He is a North Carolina native and grew up fishing in small ponds in the sandhills near Pinehurst. Mark met his wife in Greenville while he was studying communications at East Carolina University. They now live in Clayton, where he runs Finished Works, Inc., his video production company, with their two children, Noah and Madison. Some of their best memories have been enjoying North Carolina's amazing natural resources. Mark's creative talent and knowledge in the editing room has been essential to the success of the Journal.
BROADCAST SCHEDULE
AIRTIMES
UNC-TV
Saturday 5:00 pm
(*preempted - see other times)
UNC-EX
Saturday 6:00 am
UNC-NC
Saturday 7:00 am
Sunday 12:00 noon
Tuesday 9:00 am
Wednesday 2:00 pm
Sunday 6:30 am
Saturday 4:30 pm
*** Note: shows that air on myTV re-air on WITN on Sunday morning at 6:30 am
OCTOBER 10, 2020
"WINTER CRAPPIE"
This week on the Journal we fish for crappie with cooling water conditions. In Gear Time our anglers show you what lures to present when the water conditions are less than perfect. In the kitchen Donna Reynolds prepares a catfish & shrimp recipe.
OCTOBER 17, 2020
"CUT BAIT REDS"
On this edition of the Journal we’ll fish the Crystal Coast for the sporty Red drum. Our anglers discuss what you need to be successful in Gear Time and we’ll join Donna Reynolds in the kitchen for a tasty trout recipe.
OCTOBER 24, 2020
"LIGHT FOR SHAD"
This week on the Journal we’ll fish the famous Roanoke River for the popular shad. In Gear Time our anglers share the equipment needed to be successful. And Donna Reynolds serves up a grouper recipe in the kitchen.
OCTOBER 31, 2020
"WIND PROOF SPECIES"
This week on the Journal we will dodge the wind and head up a coastal creek for speckle trout. In Gear Time our anglers discuss the tackle they used to catch some nice trout. In the kitchen Donna Reynolds prepares a crab quiche recipe.
NOVEMBER 7, 2020
"OCTOBER BASS"
This week on the Journal we fish a hot October morning for Roanoke River largemouth bass. In Gear Time our anglers discuss the lures they used to catch the bass. In the kitchen Donna Reynolds prepares a cornbread recipe.
OCTOBER 10, 2020
"LAKE JAMES SMALLMOUTH"
On this edition of the Journal we’ll be live bait fishing on Lake James for the sporty smallmouth bass. On Gear Time our anglers discuss the tackle they used and Donna Reynolds prepares an oyster stew recipe in the kitchen.
OCTOBER 17, 2020
"ALBACORE ON THE FLY"
This week on the Journal we are off Cape Lookout, NC targeting the sporty False Albacore with fly rods. On Gear Time our anglers discuss the importance of using the right tackle and having a variety of flies. In the kitchen Donna Reynolds prepares a tasty crab fritter recipe.
OCTOBER 24, 2020
"TOUGH CONDITIONS"
On this edition of the Journal we travel to High Rock lake for some tough bass fishing. Low water and high wind make catching fish a real challenge. On Gear Time our anglers discuss what they did to meet the challenge. On Simple Cooking Donna Reynolds prepares a fish sandwich.
OCTOBER 31, 2020
"PUMPKINSEED UP CLOSE"
On this edition of the Journal we’ll fly fish for Pumpkinseed in the shallows of Phelps Lake. In Gear Time we’ll learn about the popping bugs that proved successful and join Donna Reynolds in the kitchen for a cornbread recipe.
NOVEMBER 7, 2020
"GUIDE'S DAY OFF"
On this edition of the Journal we’ll fish with a professional guide and his wife as they target flounder on the edge of the Pamlico Sound. On Gear Time we’ll learn what they used to catch flounder and join Donna Reynolds in the kitchen as she prepares a Southern Fried Fish Salad.
CAPTAINS AND GUIDES
MOUNTAINS
PIEDMONT
INLAND COASTAL / OFFSHORE
