Sportsman Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

Fishing in Wicked Water and a Two-Day Tournament for the Trophy

 New Episodes Airing March 7-13

DENVER (March 4, 2016) – This week, Sportsman Channel highlights two fan-favorite fishing television programs. First, Lake Commandos offer viewers another one-on-one battle on a lake in Minnesota between Steve Pennaz and a pro-angler guest. Then, riveting sailfishing series Wild Billz bring viewers to the coast of Miami, Florida for an epic two-day tournament. Catch the action on these popular series the week of
March 7-13:

Lake Commandos (Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. ET): In this week’s episode, Steve Pennaz, fisherman and series host, is joined by professional angler and wildlife biologist, Mandy Uhrich. The duo target bass on a large natural lake in Minnesota famed for its incredible structure and depths of more than 200 feet. Steve says it’s the toughest lake he’s ever had to break down while fishing on Lake Commandos. To catch what’s on this fishing series, click here: Promo

Wild Billz (Saturdays at 11 a.m. ET): In this high seas drama series of an amazing sailfishing competition, three teams have battled it out over the last few weeks to win millions in prize money and go home champions. This week, viewers are brought to Miami, Florida, one of the world’s richest sailfishing grounds, to experience an impressive two-day tournament between the Wild Billz teams as they fight for the title of number one sailfishing team in the world. 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

Bush Pigs Part 2, Leupold’s Pigman: The Series Continues in Africa

DENVER (March 4, 2016) – Last week on Leupold’s Pigman: The Series, Brian “Pigman” Quaca was in Africa going after the elusive African bush pig. He stuck one in the daylight, something unheard of in Africa, but he has days to burn, so what else is there to do but continue hunting for warthogs and more. Tune in for Leupold’s Pigman: The Series exclusively on Sportsman Channel on Sunday, March 6 at 8:30 p.m. ET.

“Photo safari is over, it is time to put some porkchops in the back of the truck,” said Quaca. Nico, Quaca’s professional hunter, helps to put the sneak on a group of warthogs in the bush, but Quaca continues to have troubles dialing in with his bow set up. And wouldn’t it just be Pigman’s luck that a severe cold front blows into Africa? “Warthogs are thin-skinned creatures full of fleas,” stated Quaca. “When it gets cold, they stay in the ground. Hunt over.” Tune in to see if Pigman can salvage this African safari.

Season 7 finds Quaca back with a renewed sense of self and a new motto tattooed on his arm: Vsetko Umiera, which is Slovic for: “everything dies.” Season 6 of Leupold’s Pigman: The Series was a year of recovery and reflection for the host after a horrific highway accident in December, 2014 that left him recuperating more than hunting.

Learn more about Pigman: The Series at http://Facebook.Com/PigmanTV on Twitter http://Twitter.com/SmokinPork on Instagram http://instagram.com/pigmantv and online http://PigmanTV.com

About Pigman: The Series: Set deep in the heart of Texas, Leupold’s Pigman: the Series takes viewers on a wild ride with its ever unpredictable and crazy Host/Executive Producer, Brian ‘Pigman’ Quaca, at the helm.  Now in its seventh season, Pigman: the Series has earned rank as one of Sportsman Channel’s top-rated shows by entertaining the masses with a plethora of hunts and locations.  Of course Pigman’s pursuit of pigs are always his love and passion, but don’t think he isn’t capable of sharing the love to any species who dares to step out in front of his sights. Pigman: the Series is Executive Produced by four-time Sportsman Channel Host of the Year, Brian ‘Pigman’ Quaca, in association with Luce Change Productions and Duality Filmworks. Learn more at http://PigmanTV.com

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:

Michelle Scheuermann | BulletProof Communications | 651.964.0264 | michelle@bulletproofcomm.com

Skylar Isdale | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | sisdale@thesportsmanchannel.com

Season 2 of “Duck Dynasty” to Air on Outdoor Channel Beginning Monday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT

Beards-BackDENVER (March 4, 2016) – Outdoor Channel, the syndicated cable home of the popular television series Duck Dynasty®, will launch Season 2 of the show, continuing with its format of airing back-to-back episodes on Monday nights at 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ET/PT. Launching directly on the heels of the Season 1 finale, viewers can continue to enjoy another season of classic Robertson family shenanigans as they participate in peculiar day-to-day activities like lawn mower races, familial outdoor bonding, new business endeavors and more. Don’t miss the premiere of Season 2 on March 7.

Duck Dynasty is the most-watched unscripted series in cable history. While the colorful Robertson family members and other cast of characters continue their antics in original episodes airing on A&E, Outdoor Channel also is finding success with the hit franchise.

“Adding Duck Dynasty to our Monday night roster of ‘real life adventure’ television has generated a lot of excitement among viewers,” said Jim Liberatore, CEO and President of Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks. “We remain enthusiastic about acquiring the syndicated rights to air the first six seasons of the show and we can already see the positive impact it’s had on viewership.”

Boasting the tagline, “back where the beards began,” Outdoor Channel continues to support the success that the Robertson family has built since they launched their very first show on the network. In addition to appearing in Duck Dynasty, Willie Robertson, one of the show’s stars, also appears in new episodes of another Outdoor Channel favorite, Buck Commander Protected by Under Armour. “We are thrilled the Robertson family remains a hallmark brand on Outdoor Channel where they made their television debut,” added Liberatore.
Duck Dynasty is produced for A&E Network by Gurney Productions. Executive producers for Gurney Productions are Deirdre Gurney and Scott Gurney. Executive producers for A&E are Brad Holcman and Laurie Sharpe. New episodes of the hit show air Wednesdays on A&E.
For a sneak preview of Duck Dynasty, Season 2 on Outdoor Channel click here: Promo

Tune into Outdoor Channel for favorites like Duck Dynasty, as well as other increasingly diverse outdoor lifestyle programming.

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 CONTACT:

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

Outdoor Channel is “Off to the Races” on Monday Night

From Street Cars to Lawn Mowers, Driving Competitions and Other New Series
Episodes Heat Up the Network Beginning March 7

DENVER (March 4, 2016) – Outdoor Channel is continuing to rev up its engines with its Monday night programming. On March 7, the network will launch the cable television return of the fast and furious reality drag racing competition – PINKS: ALL OUT, as well as premiere Season 2 of Duck Dynasty. The adventure-filled night continues with a new, deeply informative episode of the network’s newest wildlife conservation series, Carter’s W.A.R. The fast-moving lineup all begins Monday, March 7 at 7 p.m. ET:

Duck Dynasty – Season 2 Premiere (Mondays at 7 p.m. ET/PT): The capers continue as the premiere of Season 2 launches at 7:30 p.m., directly following the Season 1 finale in which the guys are completely surprised when they end up at a team-building camp thanks to Willie’s deceitful coaxing. The premiere of Season 2 is off to the races – the lawn mower races that is! Viewers can continue to enjoy these episodes and the Robertson monkey-business every Monday night on the network “back where the beards began.” Plus, don’t miss all new episodes of Duck Dynasty Wednesdays on A&E. Take a look ahead at the upcoming back-to-back episodes: Promo

PINKS: ALL OUT – Series Premiere (Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT): Starting March 7, viewers will start their engines for the initial “armdrop” of the month-long special welcoming the fiery, reality drag racing competition back to cable television. Every Monday in March, viewers will be taken to the track for some intense, vintage style drag racing. The high octane series that originally aired on SPEED, returns with a new season at Rockingham Dragway in North Carolina to test if racers still love to run all out. For a sneak peek of the never before seen episodes, click here: Promo 

Carter’s W.A.R. (Wildlife Animal Response) presented by Nosler (Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT): Lion populations in East Africa have recently been reduced by half. Wildlife investigator and host of the show, Ivan Carter, uncovers how the local Maasai people, renowned for their warrior spirit, are closely tied to the depleting population of the lions. In an eye-opening, new episode, find out how human traditions, culture and other factors play a part when humans and lions are forced to live side by side. For a preview of the new episode, click here: Promo

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

Outdoor Channel Airs Never Before Seen Season of Drag Racing Favorite “Pinks: All Out” Every Monday In March at 8:30 p.m. ET

Programming Underscores Network’s Strategy to Broaden Its Audience Base

DENVER (March 3, 2016) – Beginning the week of March 7, Outdoor Channel is welcoming back another franchise favorite: Pinks: All Out, the grassroots drag racing competition that previously aired on SPEED. The series hosts hundreds of the best “weekend speedsters” racing their own cars at drag strips across the country to compete for the chance to win a hefty cash prize. The month-long special will feature never before seen, race-filled episodes airing on Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET for four consecutive weeks, with the finale airing on March 28.

Adding Pinks: All Out to their Monday night lineup is another example of how
Outdoor Channel continues efforts to expand its audience and display more diverse outdoor lifestyle activities. The network also recently acquired the cable syndication rights to air the first six seasons of the hit series Duck Dynasty and began airing back-to-back episodes of the first season on Monday nights.

“We are excited to be drawing an even wider audience to Outdoor Channel by adding successful franchise programs like Duck Dynasty and now, Pinks: All Out to the network’s roster,” said Jim Liberatore, CEO & President, Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks. “Our goal is to make Outdoor Channel more accessible to broader audiences creating an opportunity to expose them to even more compelling outdoor lifestyle content. We are using Monday nights to showcase the depth of our programming range.”

Pinks: All Out reintroduces viewers to the vintage style, street racing scene made famous during the 1950s and 60s, complete with “armdrop” style starts for the races. Competitors featured on the show are not professional racers; rather, they are car aficionados determined to see if they can turn their own vehicles into speed kings. With new episodes airing throughout March, new audiences, as well as those already familiar with the series will have a chance to view never before seen episodes that turn real-life competitive drama into explosive drag racing action made safe and legal.
For a sneak peek of the racing action, click here. Also, root for your favorite speedster and discuss the show on social media using: #PinksAllOut.

To find Outdoor Channel in your area, check local listings or visit: www.OutdoorChannel.com/ChannelFinder.

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:

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


 

World Fishing Network Weekly Programming Highlights

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

 

Sportsman Channel Weekly Programming Highlights

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

All New Episodes of Series Favorites Continue to Draw New Viewers to Monday Nights on Outdoor Channel

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

Sportsman Channel’s Popular “Talkin’ Turkey” Marathon Returns on Saturdays: February 27, March 5, 12 and 19

Features Avian-X TV and Turkey Man TV Shows, along with New Episodes of Avian-X TV with Country Music Star Blake Shelton

mattmorrett_blakeshelton-1024x576DENVER (February 23, 2016)– Turkey talk is just a gobble and cluck away with Sportsman Channel’s Talkin’ Turkey presented by Avian-X returning for the fifth year with 12 hours of all-turkey hunting action featuring new episodes of Avian-X TV with Matt Morrett and viewer favorite shows from Turkey Man with Eddie Salter. Tune in for three hours every Saturday beginning at 5 p.m. ET on February 27, March 5, 12 and 19 exclusively on Sportsman Channel.

Kicking off the turkey “talkfest” is a special episode on February 27 at 5 p.m. ET featuring country music star Blake Shelton hunting turkey with the Avian-X crew at Shelton’s home in Oklahoma.

For full schedule and videos visit: http://www.thesportsmanchannel.com/.

Sportsman Channel’s Talkin’ Turkey presented by Avian-X schedule is as follows:

February 27

5 p.m. – Avian-X Red Dirt Strutters (NEW) – Host Matt Morrett travels to his buddy Blake Shelton’s home in Oklahoma for up-close turkey hunting action. Matt meets his match with a tough, crooked tailed longbeard.

6 p.m. – Avian- X Rut N Strut Longbeards (NEW) – World Champion Turkey Caller Josh Grossenbacher meets up with Todd Rogers, owner of Rut N Strut Guide Service, for an unbelievable day of turkey hunting.

7 p.m. – Turkey Man Friends and Family – Eddie has a couple of people in the hot seat this week from good friend, Matt Busbice, to most of his family and they are all talking about the same thing: hunting longbeards.

7:30 p.m. – Turkey Man Buckets & Beards – This week Eddie has Matt Busbice in the chair to talk about an infamous hunting incident in Hawaii. And Eddie learns that Hawaii has turkeys galore.

March 5

5 p.m. – Avian-X Rolltide Longbeards (NEW) – Josh Grossenbacher and Pro Staffer Terrance Williamson team up on tough Alabama longbeards. Then Matt Morrett joins long-time friend Rigby McMillan down in Lower Alabama for a variety of southern turkey hunts that will have viewers dreaming of spring.

5 p.m. – Avian-X Last Stand Longbeards (NEW) – Champion callers Hunter Wallis and Josh Grossenbacher team up in New York and Pennsylvania. And in usual fashion, they bring it down to the wire to get it done.

6 p.m. – Turkey Man Assassins and Barbers – Eddie drops in on the Trained Assassins this week and trades a hair cut for turkey stories.

6:30 p.m. – Turkey Man Assassins and Barbers, Part 2 – Uncle Rusty is in the chair as Eddie continues his talk with the Trained Assassins.

March 12

5 p.m. – Avian-X Family Traditions (NEW) – Cold temperatures and flocked up turkeys create a challenging hunt as Matt Morrett takes his daughter Madison to upstate New York for a shot at her very first longbeard.

6 p.m. – Avian-X Kansas World Hunting Championship (NEW) – Matt Morrett and Pete Angle team up at the World Turkey Hunting Championship in Kansas. Do they have what it takes to come out on top?

7 p.m. – Avian-X Southern Comfort Longbeards – Southern Comfort Longbeards join Matt Morrett as he travels to Florida and Alabama to start off the season.

March 19

5 p.m. – Avian-X Snowy Strutters – Matt Morrett finds himself chasing longbeards in the middle of a Kansas snow storm.

6 p.m. – Avian-X Longhorn Longbeards – The Avian-X crew joins Fred Zink in the Longhorn State as they spend some incredible days in the turkey woods of the Mossy Oak Rio Round Up.

7 p.m. – Avian-X Neon Light Longbeards – Welcome back to Blake Shelton’s Oklahoma Turkey Camp, where there is 100% chance of good times, lots of laughs and guaranteed #FLOPPAGE.

 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

 

 

 

 

World Fishing Network Weekly Programming Highlights

Featuring Gentle Giants and Friendly Foes 

New Episodes Airing Week of February 22-28

DENVER (February 19, 2016) – World Fishing Network will air new episodes of two popular television series that bring viewers to the forefront of life in and out of the sea. Viewers will experience what it’s like to be mere feet from a giant, while continuing to relive the Major League Fishing Summit Cup from behind the scenes. Catch all the action the week of February 22-28:

 Inside Sportfishing (Fridays at 9 p.m. ET): This episode gives viewers an up-close, personal and exclusive look at Catalina’s gentle giants by viewing the mating habits of the magnificent black sea bass. On the brink of extinction, these beautiful fish are making an astonishing comeback. Viewers experience these gigantic fish, weighing more than 500 pounds, in their natural spawning habitats from a few feet away. To view the series, click here: Teaser

Major League Fishing All-Angles presented by General Tire (Saturdays at 4 p.m. ET): This week’s episode features the final “elimination round” of the Major League Fishing Summit Cup. Greg Hackney caught so many fish in one of three fishing periods during the day of competition, it could be considered one of the greatest periods in all of MLF history. Viewers also witness tensions rise between longtime friends, Boyd Duckett and Gary Klein, as they battle each other for the one qualifying position left in order to move forward in the competition. For a peek at the series, 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