Reality-style Sport Shooting Competition Ups Cash Prize Money to $25,000

DENVER (June 30, 2021) – The popular airgun competition series, American Airgunner Challenge, returns for its sophomore season exclusively on Outdoor Channel on June 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET – and the prize money the second time around is bigger and better. American Airgunner Challenge is mixing eight expert airgun sport shooters with 10 challenges for a chance to win a prize of $25,000 in cash – plus the title of Airgunner Challenge Champion. The show will air Wednesdays on Outdoor Channel beginning on June 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

The reality-style series is hosted by Rossi Morreale (TLC's Junkyard Wars, Discovery's Belly of the Beast, ABC's Dating in the Dark, NBC's Escape Routes, Food Network’s Halloween Wars) and boasts 11 episodes leading to the crowning of the champ.

The series comprises a competition involving: skill and strategy to knock down and explode various reactive targets with a multitude of airguns. Ranging from .50 Caliber to Arrow guns, the airgunners will run, jump, zipline and compete to win the grand prize and title of Airgunner Challenge Champion.

American Airgunner Challenge showcases an array of airguns – Air Venturi Avenger, Airforce Texan, Umarex Air Javelin & Hammer, Daystate Deltawolf, LCS SK19, FX Maverick, Sig Sauer Virtus & Rattler, Air Arms as well as a very fun challenge involving the Air Arms S510 Tactical.

Competitors in the American Airgunner Challenge vying for the championship and bragging rights include: Abby Casey, Brady Lawing, Bryan Cross, Gabby Franco, John Bagakis, Keith Gipson, Lauren Parsons & Nic Gregoris.

For more information about the American Airgunner Challenge on Outdoor Channel, visit: www.outdoorchannel.com.

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. #MyOutdoorTV

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MeatEater Season 9 Lands in September and Brings Two New Shows to Sportsman Channel; Kick Off Hunting Season with Fall Premiere Week on September 20-25 on Outdoor Channel

DENVER (June 28, 2021) – The outdoors never looked better, both IRL (in real life) and on Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network’s Q3 programming lineup debuting Monday, June 28. Catch original premieres and new episodes from returning series across all three networks with each spinning original and authentic storytelling.

Hunt to eat – and savor – what Outdoor Channel is cooking with their Taste of the Wild block on Mondays beginning at 7 p.m. ET featuring new series Man Eats Wild starting in September. Fishing is still ever-close to the hearts of each network’s viewers, so don’t miss Major League Fishing Big5, formally known as FLW Fishing, on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel. The beginning of Fall wouldn’t be complete without #DeerWeek (starting September 13) on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel with a primetime lineup of deer-centric shows hosted by Jeff Danker and country music artist Cody Johnson. And that is quickly followed by Fall Premiere Week kicking off September 20 with stacks of new series premieres on Outdoor Channel.

“The Fall lineup is jam-packed with exciting programs that we are confident will steer viewers outdoors and then back inside to watch more Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network,” Outdoor Sportsman Group Head of Programming Tim Cremin said. “Our networks have a little bit of everything that outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts crave in their television viewing habits.”

Experience all the Fall season has to offer on Outdoor Channel as the network welcomes shows from near and far. For near, check-in to the local rodeo show Kid Rodeo (Fridays, 8 p.m. ET) and for far, head across the pond to experience European-style boar hunts with a new season of Wild Boar Fever “The Art of Boar” (Saturdays, 5:30 p.m. ET). Also, a new season of American Airgunner Challenge returns (Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. ET) for a fierce competition in which the winner receives $25,000 in cash and ultimate bragging rights. “Go play in the backyard” has new meaning on the new series Backyard Ballistics (Wednesdays, 8 p.m. ET), plus Hollywood Weapons with Terry Schappert and Larry Zanoff returns for Season Five of showing viewers that Hollywood action isn’t always what is seems (Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. ET). Hunt to eat with Taste of the Wild block of programming Monday nights featuring new series Man Eats Wild and Season 9 of MeatEater, both beginning in September during Outdoor Channel’s Fall Premiere Week September 20-25.

• Kid Rodeo (Premieres September 24, 8 p.m. ET): Go on a journey in this docu-series that follows a select group of kids, their families and coaches as they pursue rodeo dreams with the ultimate showdown taking place every December in Las Vegas.
• Wild Boar Fever “The Art of Boar” (Premieres September 11, 5:30 p.m. ET): Hosted by legendary hunter and conservationist Franz-Albrecht Oettingen-Spielberg; viewers will go on a journey of 11 seasons of the record-breaking series.
• American Airgunner Challenge (Premieres June 30, 7:30 p.m. ET): Reality-style shooting competition that challenges the best airgunners in the world to compete in 10 crazy challenges for $25,000 in cash and the title of American Airgunner Challenge Champion.
• Backyard Ballistics (Premieres September 22, 8 p.m. ET): YouTube legend Jorg Sprave and Vegas auto tech, Cheyenne Ruether, design, build and test some of the world’s most awesome backyard launchers.
• Hollywood Weapons (Premieres September 25, 7:30 p.m. ET): U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert, along with weapons expert Larry Zanoff, utilizes the expertise of Hollywood’s premier prop house and weapons builder – and breaks down some of the most explosive action in Hollywood history.
• Man Eats Wild (Premieres September 20 at 7:30 p.m. ET): Follow hardcore adventurer and award-winning restaurateur Mario Kalpou on an amazing journey across the globe harvesting wild food in the the most extreme environments.
• MeatEater (Season 9 premieres September 20 at 8 p.m. ET): Hunter, author, cook and conservationist Steven Rinella treks into the world’s most remote, beautiful regions, bringing game meat from field to table.

Sportsman Channel transitions to more blaze orange for the season and features a number of new series, including two series from the production team at MeatEater: MeatEater Hunts (Sundays,
9 p.m.. ET) and Back 40 (Sundays, 1 p.m. ET). Additional new series include, Hang Time with Dave McElroy (Saturdays, 1:30 p.m. ET), The Maverick (Sundays, 8 p.m. ET) and the highly-anticipated series, Major League Fishing Big5 (Sundays, 2 p.m. ET). Waterfowl hunters will enjoy the revamped “Landing Zone” block of programming on Saturdays from 2-5 p.m. ET, now sponsored by Mossy Oak, and featuring new show, Ducks Unlimited TV.

• MeatEater Hunts (Premieres July 4 at 9 p.m. ET): From spearfishing to beaver trapping, follow Steve Rinella and the MeatEater crew in their latest series.
• Back 40 (Premieres July 4 at 1 p.m. ET): The MeatEater crew bought a 64-acre farm in Michigan. The goal is to turn this small, unremarkable piece of ground into a hunting wildlife paradise.
• Hang Time with Dave McElroy (Premieres July 3 at 1:30 p.m. ET): Dave McElroy and his friends from the worlds of country music and sports are hunting and fishing across North America.
• The Maverick (Premieres July 4 at 8 p.m. ET): Freddy Harteis, now The Maverick, is taking off the filter with a behind-the-scenes view of exciting hunts, epic content and tasteful education that will leave viewers wanting more.
• Ducks Unlimited TV (Premieres July 3 at 2 p.m. ET): Always delivering the best in waterfowl action, tips and tactics, plus conservation news.
• Major League Fishing Big5 (Premieres July 4 at 2 p.m. ET): Catch five tournament circuits using the five-biggest-fish format.

World Fishing Network wants viewers to get hooked on the fishing experts and personalities that cast their lines across the network. Premiere shows with new episodes this season include: Fishful Thinker (Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m ET); The Obsession of Carter Andrews (Wednesdays, 6 p.m. ET); Bill Dance Saltwater (Thursdays, 9 p.m. ET) and The Seahunter (Thursdays, 9:30 p.m. ET), plus more. Sunday nights are for storytime as viewers can learn the challenges of local fisherman in
The Fishmonger (Sundays, 9:30 p.m. ET) and explore the lives of people with tremendous life experiences in A Fishing Story with Ronnie Green (Sundays, 9 p.m. ET).

Other Q3 Highlights include:

• Outdoor Channel
  • SHOT Show New Product Premiere (week of June 28 and July 4, nightly at 6 p.m.) – catch the encore program from the 2021 virtual SHOT Show. Also airing on Sportsman Channel.
  • #DeerWeek (September 13-19, beginning at 7 p.m. ET nightly): Airing on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel, the fifth annual week-long epic lineup of the best deer hunting is back and hosted by Jeff Danker and country music artist Cody Johnson.
  • Favorites returning to the airwaves: Sporting Classics with Chris Dorsey (Saturdays, 12:30 p.m. ET), Humanimal (Mondays, 10 p.m. ET) and Inside Outdoors TV (Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. ET).
  • Heat up the summer with new episodes: Addicted to the Outdoors (Sundays, 12:30 p.m. ET), The Lindsay Way (Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. ET) and Crush with Lee & Tiffany (Sundays, 8 p.m. ET).

• Sportsman Channel
  • Continuing to bring the pages of their respected magazines to life, North American Whitetail (Wednesdays, 8 p.m. ET), Guns & Ammo (Thursdays, 9 p.m. ET), Bowhunter TV (Wednesdays, 9:30 p.m. ET) and In-Fisherman TV (Sundays, 9:30 a.m. ET) carry on their series runs with helpful hints and how-to’s from the editors and experts who have (almost) done it all.
  • ATA New Product Premiere – from the virtual show held in January to re-air on July 17 at 6 p.m. ET.
  • Other favorites returning on Sportsman Channel with new episodes include: Red Rising (Tuesdays, 8 p.m. ET); Guns and Gear (Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. ET) and Brotherhood Outdoors (Sundays, 11 a.m. ET).
  • Additional new series making their debuts include: Ozonics Killer Winds (Sundays, 5 p.m. ET), Wild Memories TV (Sundays, 10 a.m. ET) and Gun Dog TV (Saturdays,
    4:30 p.m. ET)
  • Saturday nights are a mixed bag of big game hunting with the return of Trijicon’s World of Sports Afield (Saturdays, 8 p.m. ET) and Hornady’s Dark and Dangerous (Saturdays, 8:30 p.m. ET)

• World Fishing Network
  • The reel life is the good life – tune in for these notable shows:
    • Catching Bass with Dustin Wilks (Mondays, 6:30 p.m. ET)
    • Spear Life (Saturdays, 9 p.m. ET)
    • Jimmy Houston Outdoors (Wednesdays, 8:30 p.m. ET)
    • Major League Fishign Bass Pro Tour – 2020 (Mondays, 8 p.m., Saturdays, 1 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m. ET)
    • Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show (Mondays, 11 p.m., Wednesdays, 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 12 p.m. ET)
    • Sweetwater (Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. ET)

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes three leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network, as well as Sportsman Channel Canada and MOTV, the world’s leading outdoor television content platform. The Group also consists of a number of established publishing assets: 16 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites, including OutdoorChannelPlus.com. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com. #MyOutdoorTV

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New Deal Showcases Leading Outdoor Lifestyle Companies

DENVER (June 24, 2021) – Outdoor Sportsman Group, the world’s leading outdoor industry multimedia company, has teamed up with longstanding apparel and outdoor lifestyle brand, Mossy Oak, as well as Ducks Unlimited, the pre-eminent leader in waterfowl and wetlands conservation, to develop a business partnership unmatched in the outdoor media industry. The announcement was made today by Outdoor Sportsman Group Executive Vice President, Advertising Sales Jason Brist.

To start, Mossy Oak returns to OSG Networks’ Outdoor Channel to headline the Tuesday night programming block – “Mossy Oak Moments” Tuesday Nights – premiering Tuesday, June 29 at 7 p.m. ET. Along with the television programming, Mossy Oak will engage with OSG’s multimedia platforms to promote the outdoors. Ducks Unlimited TV will air on Sportsman Channel in its popular Saturday Wingshooting block “Landing Zone presented by Ducks Unlimited.” DU TV leads off the three-hour block at 2 p.m. ET beginning on July 3.

“The partnership with Mossy Oak and Ducks Unlimited reunites two keystone brands with the pre-eminent multimedia company in the outdoor industry. We come together as leaders in apparel, conservation and media to reach an audience that is unmatched in its dedication to the outdoor lifestyle. This relationship allows our partners to grow their brands by reaching the largest, most-targeted enthusiasts in the outdoor space while providing OSG top quality content for its platforms. Together we are stronger,” Outdoor Sportsman Group Director of Programming Sales Monte Daniels said.

The following programming will begin in Q3:

• Mossy Oak Moments Tuesday Night – begins Tuesday, June 29 at 7 p.m. ET on Outdoor Channel
• Ducks Unlimited TV – begins Saturday, July 3 at 2 p.m. ET on Sportsman Channel

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes three leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network, as well as Sportsman Channel Canada and MOTV, the world’s leading subscription-based video-on-demand outdoor television content platform. The Group also consists of a number of established publishing assets: 16 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites, including OutdoorChannelPlus.com. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com. #MyOutdoorTV

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DENVER (June 4, 2021) – Sportsman Channel, a network of Outdoor Sportsman Group – the world’s largest aggregator, creator and distributor of outdoor lifestyle content – continues as the official multimedia distributor of the McKenzie Archery Shooters Association (ASA) 3D Live Tournament. The next event to broadcast via linear, digital and social channels (Sportsman Channel, MOTV and Sportsman Channel Facebook page) is the TRU Ball & Black Eagle Pro/AM on Saturday June 5 at 5 p.m. ET.

The network will continue to distribute monthly tournaments through the summer, with the final tournament on August 28.

The ASA, established in 1994, was formed to call attention to the sport of archery by providing a series of tournaments for highly-skilled participants. The concept has evolved to the point where Sportsman Channel has agreed to televise tournaments in a six-month schedule in 2021. Each McKenzie ASA tournament can draw up to 2,000 amateur and professional archers from all over the world.

The ASA “Pro Pressure Point Shootdowns” are the highlight of each national McKenzie ASA tournament. After two days of competition in the field, the top five archers in each of the four professional divisions square off on a special, five-target field set up with stadium seating and CAM’s broadcast cameras.

Each archer shoots an arrow at one of the five targets to add to their two-day cumulative score from the weekend. If needed, a sixth arrow also is shot to determine the final podium positions. This phase of the competition features the added pressure of archers having to perform in front of hundreds of spectators on the field with broadcast cameras following their every move.

The following is a list of each tournament with air date. Viewers will see the finals broadcast live on Sportsman Channel at 5 p.m. ET on August 28.

June 5 – London, KY – TRU Ball & Black Eagle Pro/AM

June 26 – Metropolis, IL – Mathews Pro/AM

July 31 – Cullman, AL – Elite Archery Pro/AM

August 28 – Russell County, AL – McKenzie ASA Classic

Sponsors of the McKenzie ASA 3D Live Tournament include: Elite Archery, Hoyt, Easton Southwest, TRU Ball & Black Eagle and Mathews. For more information on Sportsman Channel and the Archery Shooters Association, visit: www.asaarchery.com.

About Archery Shooters Association: In addition to the national Tour, the ASA supports more than 330 clubs that provide an excellent opportunity for everyone to shoot. With a focus on the growth of the sport of 3-D archery by supporting local clubs and making a commitment to youth education and training, the ASA has established itself as a leading force in the movement to bring the sport to mainstream America. The ASA organization includes experienced archers and coaches that work year-round conducting well- organized and challenging local, state, and national tournaments that are enjoyed by professional and amateur shooters alike.

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD/Sportsman Channel Canada (added in 2019) are television and digital media networks fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of North Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman Canada delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel/Sportsman Channel Canada embrace the attitude of celebrating the Great Outdoors in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. #IAmSportsman. #MyOutdoorTV

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes three leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network, as well as Sportsman Channel Canada and MOTV, the world’s leading subscription-based video-on-demand outdoor television content platform. The Group also consists of a number of established publishing assets: 16 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s Hunting, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites, including OutdoorChannelPlus.com. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com. #MyOutdoorTV

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DENVER (June 2, 2021) – Drury's THIRTEEN, now streaming seven seasons on MyOutdoorTV (MOTV), pits Man vs. Mother Nature, Drurys vs. Deer in a knock-down, drag out battle royale. The tips, tactics, and information is at an all-time high in this series chronicling Mark and Terry Drury's season-long quest for mature whitetails that hunters think about 365 days a year. They break it down to Drury's THIRTEEN phases of the deer season. With a little help from a cast of characters like Matt and Taylor Drury, Jim Thome and Gary LeVox, viewers will follow the ups and downs of Drury's THIRTEEN.

For more on MyOutdoorTV please visit: www.motv.com. #MYOUTDOORTV

About MyOutdoorTV (MOTV): MyOutdoorTV is the No. 1 global, subscription, streaming service from Outdoor Sportsman Group created just for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. MOTV features favorite Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, Sportsman Channel Canada television shows, the entire Hunters Video library and exclusive Major League Fishing content, acquired content from around the world, as well as exclusive MOTV Originals. MOTV is the pre-eminent voice for all outdoor enthusiasts and super serves the outdoor enthusiasts with an expansive acquired library of the best hunting, fishing and shooting programming in long and short form, recipes, tips and tricks, how-to instructional videos, as well as educational and exclusive content focusing on improving success in the field and on the waterways. MOTV is powered by the four networks, along with additional exclusive content available from Outdoor Sportsman Group’s established integrated media arm that includes 15 category-leading outdoor magazines, such as: Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s Hunting, In-Fisherman and 19 top websites, including: BassFan.com. MOTV is available in English, French, German, Swedish and Danish. Subscribe to MOTV at www.MyOutdoorTV.com , as well as the following streaming platforms: Apple IOS (iPhone and iPad), Android (phone and tablet), Roku, Apple TV, Xbox, Amazon Channels, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung SmartTV and LG SmartTV. MOTV is available in 192 markets worldwide.

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DENVER (June 2, 2021) – Hosted by actor and gun enthusiast Joe Mantegna, Gun Stories, airing on Outdoor Channel (Wednesdays at 7 p.m. ET) takes viewers through a firearm's history, from the heart of the design through its use on the range.

Joe Mantegna is a veteran Hollywood star and shooting enthusiast. With more than 100 feature film and television credits including Godfather Part III, Criminal Minds and The Simpsons, Mantegna is taking on the role as host of Gun Stories – a series that takes viewers through a firearm’s history, from the heart of the design through its use on the range. For his work that spans more than 40 years, Mantegna received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011.

Watch Gun Stories on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. ET on Outdoor Channel. Find Outdoor Channel in your area by visiting https://www.outdoorchannel.com/channelfinder.aspx

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. #MyOutdoorTV

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Monday-Friday Noon-2:30 p.m. ET

DENVER (June 1, 2021) – World Fishing Network is offering a daily dose of everything saltwater from Noon to 2:30 p.m. ET Monday–Friday. Anglers can get their midday break from experts such as Carter Andrews, Captain Jimmy Nelson, Trev Gowdy and many more.

Weekday Saltwater Block Noon–2:30 p.m. ET

• Noon – Buccaneers & Bones
• 12:30 p.m. ET – Livin’ the Dream with Captain Jimmy Nelson
• 1:00 p.m. ET – Florida Sportsman Project Dreamboat
• 1:30 p.m. ET – BigWater Adventure
• 2:00 p.m. ET – The Seahunter

Check local listings or visit: http://www.worldfishingnetwork.com/channelfinder to find the network in your area.

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. #MyOutdoorTV

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