Luke was raised in very rural Red River County where he grew up hunting and fishing. He began amateurishly writing about his adventures at the age of 12, the accounts of his boyhood outings often filling several pages of his Big Chief tablets. Luke began writing professionally while in his twenties and currently writes an outdoor newspaper column that runs weekly in 45 Texas newspapers. Luke is hunting/shooting columnist for Texas Wildlife Magazine and writes regular features for several other outdoor magazines including Airgun Hobbyist where he is Hunting Editor. Luke and his good buddy Jeff Rice film and produce a weekly outdoor show, A Sportsman’s Life. Please go to YouTube and subscribe. Radio is a fun endeavor for Luke and his shows are known for his relaxed and ‘down home’ style.
Luke is on the pro staff of Smokin Tex Electric Smokers, Gearhead Archery, AGM Global Vision Thermals and Catch and Release Apparel.
Luke covered hunting for the current Texas Almanac, one of the oldest and most revered publications in the state. With almost 30 years under his belt as an outdoors writer, Luke has no intention of slowing down anytime soon. He continues to love the lifestyle that has been so fulfilling throughout his life.
To best keep up with Luke's outdoor activities, visit his web site www.catfishradio.org.
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- Smokin Tex Electric Smokers - Smoking meats with electricity is easy with Smokin Tex!- www.smokintex.com
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- AGM Global Vision - www.agmglobalvision.com - maker of The Rattler thermal scope that Luke uses for his night hunting
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- Ultramatic Feeders - utramaticfeeders.com - Rugged and dependable feeders Luke has used for many years.
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- Wind Point Park - Best campground, cabins and fishing pier on Lake Tawakoni - Luke rates it an 11 on ten scale
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Luke's guest this week is MIke Ford, well known quarterback for SMU back in the eighties. Mike and his wife Lori own a ranch in northern Red River County that was one of the premier areas for the eastern wild turkey/ . Up until a decade or so ago, the birds were flourishing here and in several counties along the Red River. Mike talks about damage wild hogs have done to not only nesting turkeys but quail as well. There used to be a healthy population of timber rattlers in the area and in the summer in May when the snakes are mating, it was common to see them along roadsides. Mike says he has not encountered a rattler in the area for several years. Wild hogs are certainly changing the east Texas ecosystem. -
This week Luke is joined by his long time friend Bill Carey (www.striperexpress.com). The two old friends recap a very fun and successful turkey hunt earlier this week. A big gobbler was harvested and a tasty lunch of chicken fried turkey strips was enjoyed under an old oak that provided shade for the cookout. If you love the outdoor experience, you don't want to miss these two old outdoorsmen talking about their adventure. -
Luke visits today with Ms. Tammy McLain of "Red Neck Woman" crappie jigs. Tammy has for over three decade worked in skin care, dealing with skin cancer, and she gives some tips to help keep us safe from harmful sun's rays. The main topic is crappie jigs and how to fish them. For more information on Tammy's jigs, email her at tmclain4447@gmail.com -
Luke's good friend Larry Weishuhn (www.larryweishuhn.net) joins the show again this week with some tips to help battle those pesky and sometimes dangerous ticks and chiggers. -
If you are a landowner or lease property, you don't want to miss today's show. Mr. Tucker Slack with Plateau Wildlife Management (www.plateauwildlife.com) is Luke's guest and Tucker shares a great deal of information that is both interesting and informative. -
This week, Luke talks a bit about a red hot blue catfish bite underway and then he and his good buddy Larry Weishuhn (www.larryweishuhn.net) tell a couple of funny stories about thing that occurred during their many years spent in the outdoors. -
This week, Larry Weishuhn (aka Mr. Whitetail) is back with Luke discussing deer management and explaining how deer surveys are conducted.
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This is the time of year when many Texas hunters are often looking for a new lease to hunt for various reason for many reasons. Larry Weishuhn aka, Mr. Whitetail (www.larryweishuhn.net) and Luke have both had many years of experience leasing hunting lands and in to day's show, they cover a few points that may help you in your quest for a good place to hunt that best suits your needs. Contact Luke through his website www.catfishradio.org.
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Luke's guest this week is Jerry Hancock, crappie guide, tournament angler and co-owner with Travis Decker of CRAPPIEFEST (www.crappiefest.com), now in it's 11th year. This year's tournament is scheduled for March 29 at the SRA park off Hwy 154 at Lake Fork. Jerry tells all about the upcoming event and talks a bit about spring crappie fishing at Lake Fork. -
The 6th Annual Luke Clayton outdoor Ron-de-Voux will be next Saturday, March 1 at the Top Rail Cowboy Church in Greenville. Luke talks about the upcoming event in today's show and gives a recipe for smoked Pozole, a Mexican soup.
