Viewers Experience the Pacific Ocean in Style and Get an Exclusive Look at Fishing Battles on the Mighty Mississippi

New Episodes Airing Week of February 29 – March 6 

DENVER (February 26, 2016) – New episodes from two adrenaline-charged fishing television series will air this week on World Fishing Network. During the week of February 29–March 6, viewers will hop on a topnotch fishing yacht for an excursion in the Pacific Ocean, while continuing to meet the competitors from the Major League Fishing Summit Cup in exclusive interviews.

Inside Sportfishing (Fridays at 9 p.m. ET): At 90-feet in length and a 25-foot beam, the Polaris Supreme, owned by captain Tommy Rothery, is one of the topline boats in the San Diego long-range fleet of world-class yachts utilized for sportfishing. Viewers will climb aboard the Polaris Supreme for an amazing journey down the Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula for some of the best yellowtail, wahoo and yellowfin tuna fishing anywhere on the planet.

Major League Fishing All-Angles presented by General Tire (Saturdays at 4 p.m. ET): On the Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wisconsin viewers experience the first day of ‘sudden death’ where competitors will be eliminated. The anglers race to catch 28 pounds of fish and the first three to attain the amount will qualify for the championship round. Competitors Kevin VanDam and Ott Defoe battle over fishing in the same stretch of water while Andy Montgomery has to overcome his early mistake of being trapped in shallow water.

About World Fishing Network

World Fishing Network is North America’s only television network, online and mobile platform dedicated exclusively to fishing and outdoor enthusiasts with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. Available to cable, satellite and telco subscribers throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, our lineup includes a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel hosted by some of the top anglers from North America and across the globe. For more information, please visit WorldFishingNetwork.com and follow us at Facebook and Twitter.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 917.242.7333| sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com

Popular Month-Long Turkey Hunting Marathon Returns Featuring Country Music Star
Blake Shelton, While Other Season Favorites Wind Down

New Episodes Airing February 27 – March 6

DENVER (February 26, 2016) – Sportsman Channel brings viewers a full week of serious outdoor programming. First, Talkin’ Turkey, the highly-requested turkey hunting marathon, returns to the network for its fifth consecutive season. Also, fan-favorite series MeatEater ends its season by revealing if the novice hunters who joined host, Steven Rinella on his latest adventure, have a successful hunt. Other network highlights include a mission to catch large bass on military grounds in Minnesota on Lake Commandos and increasing completion on the high-stakes sailfish tournament on Wild Billz. See these and other new episodes February 27 – March 6:

One- Month Programming Special:

Talkin’ Turkey presented by Avian-X (Saturdays beginning at 5 p.m. ET): Back by popular demand, Sportsman Channel begins its one-month turkey hunting marathon for the fifth consecutive season. For three hours every Saturday beginning February 27 through March 19 viewers learn what it takes to get the most out of their turkey hunts from the experts. Watch the exciting special kick off with country music star, Blake Shelton hunting turkey with the Avian-X crew at Shelton’s ranch in Oklahoma. For a peek at the marathon, click here: Promo

Weekly Favorites:

MeatEater (Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT): In the season finale, viewers will find out the conclusion to last week’s episode where series host, Steven Rinella invited his production team, Helen Cho and Brittany Brothers, to hunt whitetails in Wisconsin. Renowned farmer and outdoorsmen, Doug Duren also joins the hunting crew. Tune in to find out how the two newbies fare in the wild with two experts at their side in the final episode of this season.

Lake Commandos (Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. ET): Show host and angler, Steve Pennaz is joined by professional angler from the Fishing League Worldwide circuit, Mark Courts to fish a small lake known for big bass deep within Camp Ripley Military Base, a 53,000-acre military and training facility in Minnesota. Weather plays a key factor in the outcome as a major front passes through with winds gusting more than 50 miles per hour. To catch what’s on this fishing series, click here: Promo

Wild Billz (Saturdays at 11 a.m. ET): Viewers are brought to the coast of Miami, Florida, where the Wild Billz teams continue to compete in the Quest for the Crest sail fishing tournament. With an all out battle to the finish, which team will claim the lion’s share of a half a million-dollar purse and championship rings? To view the competition, click here: Promo

About Sportsman Channel

Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 917.242.7333| sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com

DENVER (February 26, 2016) – Outdoor Channel continues to roll out exciting new episodes of popular television series every Monday night. This week, don’t miss the Robertson boys stir up trouble on Duck Dynasty while business ventures that were once a dream become tangible on The Gunfather. Viewers also experience the persistent efforts of conservationists on Carter’s W.A.R. and Wardens in stopping animal poachers. Don’t miss the dynamic lineup on Monday, February 29 beginning at 7 p.m. ET:

Duck Dynasty (Mondays at 7 p.m. ET/PT): Unsurprisingly, the Robertson boys cause another ruckus by blowing up one of Phil’s antiquated duck blinds. The foolish act results in a wild plan to build a luxurious duck blind in the sky. In the evening’s second episode, Jase and Si embark on a turkey hunt of fresh wild game in the annual Robertson men vs. women cook-off. Plus, don’t miss new episodes of Duck Dynasty Wednesdays on A&E. For a look ahead at the back-to-back episodes, click here: Promo

The Gunfather presented by Brownells (Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT): When two representatives from Caesar Guerini, an Italian shotgun manufacturer and retailer, stroll into the Tuminaro’s shop, Lou realizes all of his hard work and dedication might pay off if they land a deal with the world-renowned brand. To preview the episode, click here: Promo

Carter’s W.A.R. (Wildlife Animal Response) presented by Nosler (Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT): Ivan Carter investigates an infamous poaching trade circle in Coutada 11, an area that borders the Marromeu National Park in Mozambique, Africa. Carter teams up with other local wildlife detectives as they track down the thieves and put an end to their grisly, meat poaching antics. For a sneak peek, click here: Promo

Wardens presented by Streamlight (Mondays at 11:30 p.m. ET): In this week’s episode, the wardens are tipped off about an illegal hunt where the culprit(s) are accused of shooting a deer at night from a grey pickup truck. Even with multiple wardens joining forces, they have a tough time tracking down what the wardens have dubbed the ‘Grey Ghost.’

About Outdoor Channel

Outdoor Channel has been taking viewers across America and around the world on unparalleled adventures since 1993. Dedicated to the outdoor lifestyle and conservation, the independent cable network is a division of Outdoor Sportsman Group and provides a complete spectrum of riveting hunting, fishing, shooting and adventure entertainment. Outdoor Channel is the largest outdoor TV footprint in the country and is available in more than 50 countries internationally. Outdoor Channel can be viewed in HD and is accessible by broadband and mobile platforms. For program times and other information, visit www.outdoorchannel.com. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, and download our iPhone and iPad app. #WhatGetsYouOutdoors

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 917.242.7333 | sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com

DENVER (February 17, 2016) – Jana Waller, host of Sportsman Channel’s “Skull Bound TV,” received the National Wild Turkey Federation’s Communicator of the Year Award at the 40^th Annual NWTF Convention in Nashville, Tenn. during recent ceremonies. “Skull Bound TV,” part of Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks’ Sportsman Channel, has aired on the outdoor lifestyle channel for five seasons and Waller has continually shared hunting and conservation issues with her audience.

Waller is known for regularly inviting wounded veterans from Wishes for Warriors and other organizations to join her on filmed hunts. She also pens articles for Turkey Country magazine and is an NWTF spokesperson.

“I am a lifetime member of the NWTF because I believe strongly in their mission to ‘Save The Habitat. Save The Hunt,’ said Waller. “To be recognized as Communicator of the Year is such an honor. The list of previous recipients contains people whom I have tremendous respect. This award is very humbling and a highlight of my journey in the hunting industry.”

“Jana is one of the most thoughtful, unique and passionate hosts we have on Sportsman Channel,” said Mitch Petrie, vice president of programming for Sportsman Channel. “Her recognition from the National Wild Turkey Federation is well deserved.”

The NWTF selected this year’s award winners based on how their work strengthens the ‘Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt.’ initiative. Waller takes time during each episode of “Skull Bound TV” to discuss the important role that hunters play in preserving our hunting heritage and conserving wildlife and habitat. She also encourages her viewers to join the NWTF and other conservation organizations.

“Jana is a great spokesperson for the NWTF and the entire outdoor tradition,” said George Thornton, National Wild Turkey Federation CEO. “She uses her platform to educate a broad audience about the importance of preserving our hunting heritage, a hunter’s role in conservation and the ethical pursuit of wild game.”

Past NWTF Communicator of the Year Award recipients include: Brenda Valentine, Steve Rinella, Tom Fegely, Ron Schara, J. Wayne Fears, Grits Gresham, Jim Zumbo, Jim Casada, Glenn Sapir, Col. Tom Kelly, Ronnie ‘Cuz’ Strickland, Kevin Howard and Ray Eye.

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Tom Caraccioli | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 212.852.6646 | tcaraccioli@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 212.852.6639 | sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Fishing Adventures from Sunny San Diego to the Mighty Mississippi

New Episodes Airing Week of Feb. 15-21

DENVER (February 12, 2016) – This week World Fishing Network airs new episodes of two action-packed fishing series that will get viewer’s adrenaline pumping. Viewers will relive the Major League Fishing Summit Cup from a different perspective with behind-the-scene interviews and inside scoop never viewed before. Viewers will have to tune in the week of Monday, February 15 to catch all the action:

Inside Sportfishing (Fridays at 9 p.m. ET): In this dynamic series hosted by Michael Fowlkes, viewers are whisked around the world to experience adventure-filled fishing expeditions. This week’s episode concludes the shows coverage on tagging calico bass in La Jolla Cove in San Diego, California. For a peek at the show, click here: Promo 

Major League Fishing All-Angles presented by General Tire (Saturdays at 4 p.m. ET): The second day of competition on the Mississippi River features Jacob Wheeler who has never fished these waters before. James Watson, considered by some to be the biggest underdog, makes a statement that brings him into the playing field. Edwin Evers capitalizes on an equipment failure to re-think his strategy. For a sneak peek, click here: Promo

About World Fishing Network

World Fishing Network is North America’s only television network, online and mobile platform dedicated exclusively to fishing and outdoor enthusiasts with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. Available to cable, satellite and telco subscribers throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, our lineup includes a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel hosted by some of the top anglers from North America and across the globe. For more information, please visit WorldFishingNetwork.com and follow us at Facebook and Twitter.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 917.242.7333| sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com

Pigman: The Series Premieres; Just Junie Airs Two-Part Special and  MeatEater Offers Culinary Delights

New Episodes Airing February 14-21

 DENVER (February 12, 2016) – Sportsman Channel brings viewers a jam-packed week of outdoor lifestyle programming. To start, viewers won’t want to miss Sunday’s fan favorites: “Just Junie,” in its first season airing a two-part special, as well as welcoming back “Pigman: The Series” for the premiere of its seventh season. Later in the week, viewers experience more fishing on Florida’s coast, harvesting meat for survival in the wilderness and chilling competition in North Dakota beginning Sunday, February 14 on Sportsman Channel:

Just Junie (Sunday at Noon ET): After filling her freezer with enough meat for a year from a hunt on Rancho El Puerto in Old Mexico, Junie James was coined, “Señorita Sangre,” which means “Ms. Blood.” She approaches life with a ‘do-it-yourself’ attitude, putting food on her family’s table by means of hunting and cooking the meat all on her own. Viewers will not want to miss this two-part special airing February 14 and February 21 to understand how this huntress got her nickname. For a look ahead at the two-part episode, click here: Promo

Pigman: The Series (Sundays at 8:30 p.m. ET): In the season premiere of this long-time favorite, Brian “Pigman” Quaca receives a once-in-a-lifetime chance when a Maine local adds Pigman as the hunter on his moose hunting permit. After an endless amount of walking and waiting, the opportunity to check procuring a moose off his bucket list finally comes when he least expects it. But, will he actually fulfill his dream? To preview season seven, click here: Promo

MeatEater (Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT): In this week’s seasonal Cooking Special episode, Steven Rinella gives the “how to” on breaking down an entire whitetail deer. After gutting the deer, Rinella describes how to transform the meat into steaks, roasts, shanks and then enlightens the audience on how to turn the oddities that are often discarded into something edible.

Wild Billz (Saturdays at 11 a.m. ET): Viewers are brought to tropical, Key Largo, Florida for leg three of the Quest for the Crest Sailfish Series. As the second half of the series heats up, tempers fume among the captains and crews of the three teams – 4 Aces, Liquid and Vitamin Sea Too – who are being pushed to their limits in hopes of the $2 million cash prize. To view the competition, click here: Promo

Lake Commandos (Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. ET): A colossal cold front in Warwick, North Dakota causes spring temperatures to plummet below freezing, making the epic, multi-species battle that takes place in this episode between anglers, Steve Pennaz and Pat Kalmerton, a tough one to call. To catch what’s on this fishing series, click here: Promo

About Sportsman Channel

Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.isdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Shareese Thompson | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 917.242.7333| sthompson@thesportsmanchannel.com