Something Smells Reel Fishy for Labor Day on World Fishing Network

Marathon Programming of Reel Fishy Jobs Airs Monday, September 5 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET

DENVER (August 31, 2016) World Fishing Network reeks of fish with a marathon of Reel Fishy Jobs on Labor Day, Monday, September 5 from 3-8 p.m. ET.

Show host, Mark Melnyk, is reeling viewers into the world of the most dirty, dangerous and daring fishing jobs around the globe. At the end of the 10 consecutive episodes, the audience will have experienced the best – and worst – fishing industry occupations.

Mark starts out the afternoon as a Marlin Mate, going toe-to-toe with white marlin in Ocean City, Maryland. He’s hooking marlin off the teaser to the long rigger like a pro. Then, Mark becomes employed as a veterinarian assistant in Chicago at the Shedd Aquarium, feeding sharks and cleaning house. Next up, Mark keeps busy by building artificial reefs and tagging native fish in Louisiana. Then it’s time to get his hands dirty as a chum manufacturer, grinding up rotten fish. Afterward, Mark is hired as a deckhand fishing for giant yellowfin tuna off the coast of Louisiana.

With great jobs comes great responsibility – working for the Texas Sharelunker program, Mark becomes responsible for the well-being and eventual breeding of giant bass. Then, Mark is hired to do one of the deadliest jobs on Earth – crab fishing in the north Atlantic Ocean.

No rest for the weary. Next, Mark fishes non-stop for three days trying to get his clients on giant Smallmouth Buffalo and Carp. Then, he heads for Florida to be a boat builder, constructing high-end skiffs for exclusive clients. Lastly, Mark works to bring limestone sinkers to consumers – literally, from the mines to delivery trucks.

How fitting that Mark performs all of this labor on Labor Day. When it comes down to it, viewers won’t be able to deny that Mark has some serious work ethic – whether it seems reel fishy or not.

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 North American and 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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Sportsman Channel Salutes the American Worker with a Marathon of “Brotherhood Outdoors” Airing Labor Day Weekend

Brotherhood Outdoors Labor Day “A Salute to the American Worker” Marathon – Presented by Wolverine Airs Saturday, September 3 from 5–8 p.m. ET

DENVER (August 31, 2016) Sportsman Channel and the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) are combining efforts once again to honor the hard work and dedication of the American worker during Sportsman Channel’s Brotherhood Outdoors Labor Day Marathon presented by Wolverine on Saturday, September 3 from 5–8 p.m. ET.

The marathon will showcase six consecutive episodes with action-packed hunting and fishing opportunities across the states hosted by Daniel Lee Martin and Julie McQueen. From hunting mule deer in Montana, to chasing turkey in South Dakota, to prowling for Florida gators and more, Daniel Lee and Julie guide hard-working men and women who share a passion for outdoor adventures.

“The Brotherhood Outdoors marathon on Sportsman Channel emphasizes the huge appetite many hard-working Americans have for hunting and fishing,” said Mitch Petrie, Vice President of Programming for Outdoor Sportsman Group. “More than that, the outdoor lifestyle encompasses a strong sense of family-life and traditions, which is also integral in the American way.”

Through giving a glimpse into guests’ family and work lives, viewers will sense the relatability to the “everyman” this marathon has to offer.

Brotherhood Outdoors is a testament to those who make our American way of life as spectacular as it is today,” said USA Deputy Director, Mike d’Oliveira. “We are excited to once again partner with Sportsman Channel to showcase men and women with unique trades skills and their passion for the great outdoors.”

The following is the marathon schedule for September 3 programming (all times listed ET):

5 p.m.   Keith Gilmer sees 100 deer the first day of his dream hunt, but he decides to wait patiently for a big Montana muley to appear from amidst the abundant whitetails and give him the perfect shot.

5:30 p.m.   Mark Kezler feels the vibration as toms come drumming, spitting and gobbling within 100 yards. Yet the wise old South Dakota Merriam’s turkeys dodge the plan again and again as hosts Daniel Lee and Julie try to lure them within Mark’s range.

6:00 p.m.   Jason Gaal, armed with a flashlight to spot glistening eyes, prowls for Florida gators. Suspense runs high with the big, toothy lizards as host Daniel Lee ends up in the murky, gator-infested waters.

6:30 p.m.   Aaron Heying overcomes paralysis on this New Mexico bear hunt with help from his wife as hosts Daniel Lee and Julie and their guide carry Aaron, his wheelchair and equipment through the woods to get in range of his first bear.

7:00 p.m.   Mike Cramer wards off unusually warm temps with dancing and one-armed push-ups as he waits for his shot at a Colorado bull elk once the snow finally begins to fall.

7:30 p.m.   Derek Carrington heads to Kansas to hunt in one of the best trophy-producing units in the state, and it all comes down to the wire on this heart-pumping whitetail adventure.

About the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance

The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) is a union-dedicated, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose members hunt, fish, shoot and volunteer their skills for conservation. The USA is uniting the union community through conservation to preserve North America’s outdoor heritage. For more information, visit www.unionsportsmen.org or connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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 Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Jess Levens | Union Sportsmen’s Alliance | 615.831.6795 | jessl@unionsportsmen.org

 

World Fishing Network Weekly Programming Highlights

Without These Best-Practice Tips, Viewers are in for Pandemonium Fishing

DENVER (August 25, 2016) World Fishing Network features the best in pro-anglers who excel in their field and are willing to reveal their tactics to viewers on Wednesday, August 31 beginning
at 8 p.m. ET.

Throwing out the line first for Wednesday’s Secrets of the Pros is Lake Commandos featuring professional fisher, Nicole Jacobs, who travels across the U.S. as a co-angler on the Fishing League Worldwide circuit. Show-host, Steve Pennaz is joined by Jacobs on a natural lake with largemouth bass and a remnant population of smallmouth bass. The goal – catch the most bass of either species. Then, Dave Csanda and Jeremy Smith on Lindner’s Fishing Edge employ advanced electronics to locate and catch huge channel catfish on the Red River between Minnesota and North Dakota.

Next, Captain Dave Chouinard from Simms fishing company, jumps aboard the FlatsClass skiff with Captain C.A. Richardson for a day of catching reds and snook in backcountry. Lastly, Fishing University travels to Lake Jocassee in South Carolina with pro-anglers, Bill Siemantel and Troy Morrow, who utilize renowned SPRO fishing lures.

Highlights for August 31:

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 North American and 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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Sportsman Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

From Cameraman to Renowned Sportsman; Seeking Early and Late Season Bucks; Stalking in Elevation and Hunting for Meat and Hide

DENVER (August 25, 2016) – It’s T.T.S. on Sportsman Channel – which could be mistaken as Totally True Sportsman but really means – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday – with jam-packed outdoor content during Realtree Hunting Camp Tuesdays, Thursday Trailblazers and a Saturday showing of The Lindsey Way throughout the week of August 29 – September 4.

First up, Realtree Hunting Camp Tuesdays features Nick Mundt in Realtree’s Monster Bucks, who started out as the cameraman and is now one of the leading faces in the hunting industry. Then, Major League Bowhunter follows Brandon Adams as he struggles with weather and little deer movement while hunting for a giant, early-season Kansas buck.

Thursday Trailblazers features Mark Peterson – in Cabela’s Instinct – hunting in higher elevation for an Altai Ibex in Mongolia. Then, in search of meat and hide, Steven Rinella in MeatEater heads to Wyoming to
trap beaver.

Saturday morning, viewers will join Jeff on his mission in The Lindsey Way to help his wife, Ashley Lindsey, shoot her first deer with a bow – she doesn’t get a chance at just any deer but a huge, late-season buck.

Highlights for August 29 – September 4:

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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Outdoor Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

Beards vs. Beavers in “Duck Dynasty”; Energy Reload in “DROPPED”; Roaring Monsters in “All Access Outdoors” and Dreams Coming True in “Nicks Wild Ride”

DENVER (August 25, 2016) Outdoor Channel will celebrate with the Robertsons, get energized with the Keefers, click their boot heels together on Friday and “chill” with Lee and Tiffany during the week of August 29 – September 4.

Duck Dynasty continues to reign on Monday evenings with four consecutive episodes. First, Jase builds a new office without Willie’s approval. Then, it’s the beards vs. the beavers when the guys discover their waterline is low due to the semiaquatic rodents. Next, the Robertsons throw a redneck shindig to celebrate Duck Commander’s 40th anniversary. Lastly, Willie Robertson decides to partake of the grape by purchasing a vineyard – without seeing it first. Later in the evening, the Keefer brothers in DROPPED are finally able to replenish their depleted energy with red meat.

Country Friday Nights starts out with Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors trekking through the mountains of New Zealand searching for a bull tahr and listening to the roar of monster Red Stags. Next, Nick’s Wild Ride explores Bowling Green, Kentucky where one of Nick’s dreams comes true – driving his Corvette on a race track. Wrapping up the evening is Friday Night at the Movies airing the 1958 sequel – Return of the Seven – the two remaining members of The Magnificent Seven are sought out to save a small Mexican village where the townsmen have been captured and forced into slave labor. As the week comes to an end, the temperatures drop in Crush with Lee & Tiffany during their hunt for giant bucks in Iowa.

Highlights for August 29 – September 4:

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. #WhatGetsYouOutdoors

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

World Fishing Network Weekly Programming Highlights

GONE FISHIN’: From North Dakota to New Mexico, Florida to New York

DENVER (August 18, 2016) World Fishing Network is traveling from North to South in the Heartland and East Coast while informing viewers of tips and tricks used by professional anglers to reel in the big fish on Wednesday, August 24 from 8-10 p.m. ET.

Kicking off Wednesday’s Secrets of the Pros is Lake Commandos, where a colossal cold front in Warwick, North Dakota causes spring temperatures to plummet below freezing, making the epic, multi-species battle between anglers, Steve Pennaz and Pat Kalmerton, a tough one to call. Then, Al and Troy Lindner, on Lindner’s Fishing Edge, head to Ute Reservoir, New Mexico to fish for walleye with unique jigging tactics. Next, Captain C.A. Richardson, in FlatsClass, is guided by Captain Joe Gonzalez to Biscayne Bay, Florida for spectacular tarpon and bonefish action. Lastly, Fishing University travels to Lewiston, New York to fish the Niagara River with renowned Freedom Lures.

Highlights for August 24:

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 North American and 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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Sportsman Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

Pursuing: Argali Rams, Hogs of Texas, Florida Gators, South Dakota Mule Deer and a Kansas Winter Wonderland

DENVER (August 18, 2016) – During the week of August 22–28, Sportsman Channel presents the outdoor-enthusiast lifestyle in the truest manner with attention-grabbing, tenacious and inspiring programming.

First up, Thursday Trailblazers features Mark Peterson – in Cabela’s Instinct – helping his brother-in-law, Eric, take an Argali Ram from the Altai Mountains in Mongolia. The evening continues with Steven Rinella in MeatEater visiting Maverick County, Texas to trap wild hogs with ranch manager, Ben Binnion.

Saturday morning, viewers will join Jeff in The Lindsey Way as he chases a mature Kansas whitetail in the middle of a real life, frozen wonderland.

Sunday evening, Pigman: The Series receives an invitation to Florida for a hog and gator hunt. Then, it’s game time for Benny and his buddy, Shane, in Gun It With Benny Spies as deer season in South Dakota has begun.

Highlights for August 22–28:

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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Outdoor Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

Sibling Rivalry on “Duck Dynasty”; Stalking Caribou on “DROPPED”; Hunting Giant Moose on “Hunt Masters” and Good Ol’ Country Friday Nights

DENVER (August 18, 2016) – Throughout the week of August 22–28, Outdoor Channel offers viewers adrenaline-fueled, stimulating, original outdoor content from clowning around with the Robertsons, a spirited stalk and hunt with the Keefers to following a legendary trail with Nick Hoffman.

Monday evening begins with back-to-back-to-back-to-back episodes of Duck Dynasty. First, the crew becomes preoccupied with experimenting on new duck calls rather than working. Then, Willie pushes the team to meet a tight deadline for a big order. Next, sibling rivalry gets the best of Willie when he skips his child’s career day to play golf with Jase. Lastly, the Robertson boys come up with a wild plan to build a luxurious duck blind in the sky. Later in the evening, DROPPED features the Keefers with lifted spirits as they set out to spot and stalk a herd of caribou.

Thursday evening, Gregg Ritz in Hunt Masters flies deep into the Alaskan bush to chase giant moose in the Brooks Range. On Friday, it’s time to get country! Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors is on the hunt for a deer – muley or whitetail – from the Nebraska Sandhills to central Texas, he’s bound to luck out. Next, Nick’s Wild Ride hunts turkey on his home turf, Kentucky, then explores the legendary “Bourbon Trail” in search of the story and characters behind the legendary liquid. Wrapping up the evening is Friday Night at the Movies airing the 2002 film – Escanaba in da Moonlight – on the eve of hunting season, the macho man in the family must deal with his eldest son’s curse of never having bagged his own deer.

Highlights for August 22–28:

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. #WhatGetsYouOutdoors

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

World Fishing Network Weekly Programming Highlights

Pros Reveal the Method to their Madness in Tempting Fish to Bite

DENVER (August 11, 2016) World Fishing Network is revealing tips and secrets from professional anglers on Wednesday, August 17 from 8 p.m. ET to 10:30 p.m. ET.

Wednesdays on the network, Secrets of the Pros airs five fresh and thrilling fishing programs. First up, Lake Commandos highlight renowned bass fishing-pro, Stetson Blaylock going head-to-head against Steve Pennaz to try and catch the most smallmouth bass. Then, James Lindner and Jeremy Smith – on Lindner’s Fishing Edge – fish the outer edges of shallow humps with lightweight jigheads tipped with paddletails for pre-spawn smallmouth bass. Next, FlatsClass heads to Crystal River, Florida with pros Dan Benson and Captain C.A. Richardson for mixed bag action in the craggy oyster creeks.

Then, Fishing University travels to Alpena, Michigan to reel in some big ones on Grand Lake with Strike King lures. Coming in last but certainly not least, The Hunt for Big Fish Classics features Larry and his friends chasing giant tarpon in Trinidad, an island off the coast of Venezuela.

Highlights for August 17:

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 North American and 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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com

Sportsman Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

An Order of Bucks Galore with a Side of Whitetail, Javelina and More

DENVER (August 11, 2016) – Sportsman Channel serves up a heaping helping of ungulate mammals during the week of August 15–21 with buck hunting in Major League Bowhunter, Big Deer and Mathews Dominant Bucks and javelina and whitetail deer hunting in MeatEater.

First up, Realtree Hunting Camp Tuesday features David Blanton from Realtree’s Monster Bucks reflecting on some of the teams’ best hunts ever. Then, in the second episode of a two-part special on Major League Bowhunter, Chipper Jones continues to hunt early season bucks in Kentucky.

Big Game Wednesday highlights the second episode in a two-part series on Big Deer, where the guys venture into Kodiak Island, Alaska to hunt a trophy buck. Next, viewers will join Mathews Dominant Bucks as they discuss the use of trail cameras for scouting and patterning mature bucks.

Thursday evening, Steven Rinella in MeatEater is joined by Janis Putelis to hunt Coues whitetail deer and javelina in Mexico. Closing out the week is Pigman: The Series, who is torn between hunting with Dap for the weekend or watching UFC.

Highlights for August 15–21:

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 CONTACT:

Skylar Stice | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 720.485.0446 | skylar.stice@thesportsmanchannel.com