DENVER (September 30, 2021) – What started as two friends and hunters giving their harvest deer to local processors to donate to shelters, has turned into a new television series, DoeNation Outdoors, airing Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET on Sportsman Channel. With the premiere episode Saturday, October 2, the founders, Brett Williams and Steven Caudle, are hoping it encourages fellow hunters to give their harvested game to their local food banks and spread the act of kindness across the U.S.

DoeNation has also created a list of participating processors who will, most times, process the deer for free and connect the processed meat to a shelter or food bank. That list can be found at http://doenation.tv

Founder, Brett Williams, has been bowhunting whitetail deer since he was 14 years old. Growing up, his father loved to quail hunt and passed that passion for the outdoors on to him. As a result, Williams has gained a tremendous respect for what it takes to be a good steward of precious resources.

Williams is joined by lifelong friend, Steven Caudle, who grew up hunting alongside his dad chasing everything from rabbits to whitetails. He has a passion for bowhunting and a heart for those in need.

“Our goal for televising on Sportsman Channel is to continue to grow the ministry of hopefully donating meat in each state across the U.S.,” Brett Williams said. “We have a passion for helping those in need and want to give back what we have been blessed to receive. The plan to accomplish this is to establish chapters with like-minded individuals or organizations in each state to act on behalf of the ministry. The process has begun to establish a non-profit organization in addition to the already established LLC in the state of Alabama.”

DoeNation airs on Sportsman Channel on Saturdays at 1 p.m. ET. Find Sportsman Channel in your area by visiting https://www.thesportsmanchannel.com/

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 Channel (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

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DENVER (September 30, 2021) – Star brite, a nationally-recognized brand for protecting and maintaining outdoor recreational equipment, is hosting a series of educational and how-to videos and long-form written content with Outdoor Sportsman Group (OSG) Networks and Publishing sites that began on September 15, 2021. Also, Star brite, in conjunction with OSG, will sponsor a month-long sweepstakes – “Winterize and Win presented by Star brite” – beginning October 1 and ending October 31.

Thomas Allen, Digital Content Manager for In-Fisherman.com, and co-host of In-Fisherman TV (Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and MyOutdoorTV) shares how he uses Star brite products on his personal marine and household equipment in videos and online content. Additionally, Laden Force, publisher of North American Whitetail magazine and host of North American Whitetail TV, provides tips on how to clean up blinds, ATVs and keep hunting equipment in top-notch condition utilizing Star brite’s suite of products. Content will be available on In-Fisherman.com and NorthAmericanWhitetail.com.

The Star brite brand has been long known for providing premium marine care solutions for boats, campers, ATV’s, lawn equipment and other outdoor recreational machinery. Whether maintaining a rig for in-season use, or living in a region where winterizing is needed, Star brite has the products to ensure smooth operations in the spring and summer.

The sweepstakes, “Winterize and Win presented by Star brite,” is a month-long initiative running October 1-31. The grand prize package is a $1,000 shopping spree on Star brite’s website. Weekly prizes are also offered for more of an opportunity to win Star brite’s essential products.

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 numerous 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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Hardcore adventurer and award-winning restaurateur Mario Kalpou Offers New Series

DENVER (September 20, 2021) – Tune in for Outdoor Channel’s newest – and tastiest – food adventure. Follow award-winning restauranteur, Mario Kalpou, in his series Man Eats Wild, premiering on Monday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

In this Outdoor Channel original series, viewers will follow Kalpou, a hardcore adventurer and award-winning restaurateur, on his journey across the globe in his attempts to harvest wild food in the most extreme environments. Whether diving for lobsters and having a close encounter with a Great White Shark, to stalking Himalayan Tahr above the clouds in New Zealand, Kalpou is on a mission to educate viewers about their food sources – whether it’s from deep in the ocean or high above sea level.

“This show is about reconnecting people with their food,” Kalpou shared. “We don’t really know what we are eating in these large supermarket chains. I like to show people exactly what you are eating by harvesting it yourself. I go out into the world and harvest gourmet food and make incredible dishes. My goal is to demonstrate what you can do with a truly good cut of meat.”

In the first episode, Kalpou climbs the highest mountain range in New Zealand (the Aoraki/Mount Cook) to go after Himalayan Tahr – with his bow. “We were above the clouds trying to find these Tahr, which can be very elusive, and it made it one of the most memorable hunts,” explained Kalpou. “One of the things we are trying to get across on this show is not as much about the harvesting the animals, but the adventures we go on to find those animals. When would I have ever found myself above the clouds on a New Zealand Mountain range if I wasn’t going after these Tahr?”

The first season follows Kalpou in the outback of Australia, to the mountains and seas of New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Kalpou shares his eventual goal is to cover the entire world showcasing the best of organic, natural food.

Tune in to Man Eats Wild on Outdoor Channel on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. ET. Learn more about Kalpou and his take on the series by listening to him on “The Revolution with Jim and Trav.”

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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Nine Shows Debut New Episodes/Seasons During Week of September 20-25
Brings a “Taste of the Wild”

DENVER (September 17, 2021) – The most wonderful time of year lands in the middle of September on Outdoor Channel as Fall Premiere Week kicks off fresh content – “Taste of the Wild” – from nine of the network’s newest and popular programs. Just in time for fall hunting season, viewers can tune in beginning on Monday, September 20 for the new seasons from their favorite hosts – Steven Rinella, Tom McMillan, Terry Schappert, Nick Hoffman, to name a few, and find new favorites introduced such as YouTube legend Jorg Sprave, award-winning restauranteur Mario Kalpou and Michelin star restauranteur Mike Robinson.

• Farming the Wild (Season 3 premieres Monday, September 20 at 7 p.m. ET) – Farming the Wild celebrates hunting as a way of gathering sustainable wild food. The show educates, informs and focuses on the food aspect of hunting and gathering. The emphasis is on harvesting wild meat, rather than for sport or pleasure.
• Man Eats Wild (Season 1 premieres Monday, 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 most extreme environments.
• MeatEater (Season 9 premieres Monday, 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.
• Nick’s Wild Ride (Season 6 premieres Monday, September 20 at 8:30 p.m. ET) – Join country music artist Nick Hoffman as he travels the world to explore the sights, sounds, food, culture and music of the places where he hunts and fishes. It’s anybody’s guess what will happen when Nick gets his hands dirty.
• MCMILLAN (Season 9 premieres Monday, September 20 at 10:30 p.m. ET) – Host Tom McMillan tells the stories of his guided hunt business in Kansas – McMillan Outfitting, Inc. –his personal favorite hunting adventures and raising his son, Gatlin, in the great outdoors.
• Backyard Ballistics (Season 1 premieres Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m. ET) – Welcome to the world of Backyard Ballistics with YouTube legend, Jorg Sprave and Las Vegas auto technician, Cheyenne Ruether. Each week they are challenged to make some truly mind-bending machines by their fans. Viewers will follow them as they design, build and test some of the world’s most awesome backyard launchers ranging from car slingshots to machine gun crossbows.
• Kid Rodeo (Season 1 premieres Friday, September 24 at 8 p.m. ET) – “Kid Rodeo” is a docu-series that follows a select group of kids, families and their coaches as they pursue their rodeo dreams. You don’t make it to the junior rodeo finals without years of hard work, dedication and tireless training. And in rodeo, especially in the modern era, building a better cowboy means starting young.
• Back 40 (Seasons 1 and 2 premieres Saturday, September 25 at 7:30 p.m. ET) – From Steven Rinella’s MeatEater, Inc. production team, “Back 40” is a show about a purchased farm of 64 acres in the heart of Michigan that is a small property with a big vision.
• Hollywood Weapons (Season 5 premieres Saturday, September 25 at 8:30 p.m. ET) – Join U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert and firearms expert Larry Zanoff as they utilize the expertise of Hollywood’s premier prop house and weapons builder – and break down some of the most explosive action in Hollywood history.

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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DENVER (September 17, 2021) – Embark on new angling adventures with expert angler Carter Andrews on The Obsession with Carter Andrews airing Sundays at 7 p.m. ET on World Fishing Network.

Carter Andrews is not into fishing for recreation, money, fame or records. He is into fishing because he has no choice. He is a victim of an all-consuming obsession – one that has him on the water with friends and family 300 days a year, from Costa Rica to the Snake River; Florida to Bolivia. His obsession and relentless pursuit of the greatest game fish in salt and freshwater gives his fans an informative and action-packed adventure every episode.

Carter has a fly-fishing resume that reads like a Hall of Famer’s: three wins of the Jackson Hole One Fly, countless video and print references, a keystone spot on the U.S. Fly Fishing Team… but it was a trip to the Bahamas that introduced ‘Big Boy’ to the great big world of destination saltwater angling. For the next decade he would help build fishing lodges, train guides, and lead exploratory fishing expeditions, not only in the Bahamas but across the globe. Carter became the cover shot of nearly every saltwater and fishing magazine in print, and grew to be a favored guest on fishing shows and videos.

By splitting the year between Panama and his ranch in Jackson, Wyoming, Carter manages nearly 300 days of fishing annually. He continually innovates and progresses techniques and approaches that the others do not. This has earned him the reputation of being the most ‘complete’ angler on the water today.

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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Sportsman Channel’s Jeff Danker and
Country Music Recording Artist Cody Johnson Host #DeerWeek

DENVER (September 16, 2021) – Sunday is the final evening for Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel’s #DeerWeek presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors starting at 7 p.m. Sportsman Channel host Jeff Danker and country music recording artist Cody Johnson have provided viewers with fun, excitement and educational perspectives – in their inimitable style – about deer hunting and the upcoming season this entire week.

Outdoor Channel #DeerWeek Schedule for Sunday, September 19 (all times are EST)

7:00 p.m. – Bowhunter TV

7:30 p.m. – Live 2 Hunt with Cody & Kelsy

8:00 p.m. – Crush with Lee & Tiffany

8:30 p.m. – Hunt Masters

9:00 p.m. – Realtree Outdoors

9:30 p.m. – Bone Collector

10:00 p.m. – The Jackie Bushman Show

10:30 p.m. – Primos TRUTH About Hunting

11:00 p.m. – Driven with Pat & Nicole

11:30 p.m. – Addicted to the Outdoors

Sportsman Channel #DeerWeek Schedule for Sunday, September 19 (all times are EST)

7:00 p.m. – North American Whitetail

7:30 p.m. – Whitetail Fix

8:00 p.m. – The Maverick

8:30 p.m. – Pigman: The Series

9:00 p.m. – MeatEater Hunts

9:30 p.m. – Last of a Breed

10:00 p.m. – Dead Meat

10:30 p.m. – Winchester & Drury’s Natural Born

11:00 p.m. – The Maverick

11:30 p.m. – Pigman: The Series

#DeerWeek, launched in 2017, is a unique, week-long, cross-platform event featuring primetime programming showcasing deer-specific content on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel. This year marks the fifth consecutive year of this specialized programming event.

“#DeerWeek on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel is a special time of the year,” host Jeff Danker said. “It signifies the start of one of my favorite times of the year and everything that goes along with it – the excitement and camaraderie of deer hunting season.”

“I’ve experienced a lot of well-spent time in a deer stand or in the woods in my life,” Johnson shared. “I love the lessons hunting can teach – safety, hard work, putting food on the table, and enjoying the camaraderie of friends and family around a hunt. Jeff and I look forward to sharing those with the viewers.”

#DeerWeek content also will be front and center in relevant OSG print publications, digital and social media platforms owned, operated and distributed by Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks and Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing arms. With nearly 230 overall hours, nearly 70 primetime hours of deer-centric content and nearly 100 episodes, Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel programming will be dedicated to the week-long celebration of deer hunting. Content also will be made available by streaming video-on-demand service MyOutdoorTV (MOTV), as well as Outdoor Sportsman Group’s vast array of social media platforms.

Outdoor Sportsman Group’s #DeerWeek welcomes back its slate of sponsors from one year ago including presenting sponsor Academy Sports + Outdoors, as well as participating sponsor Old Trapper and associate sponsors Hornady, Benelli and Realtree. Outdoor Sportsman Group also welcomes new associate sponsors Bowtec, OnXmaps, Rocky Boots, Starbrite and Umarex for #DeerWeek 2021.

For all programming, scheduling and #DeerWeek information visit: https://www.outdoorchannelplus.com/micro/deer-week/376921

About Jeff Danker: Jeff is co-owner and manager of BVO Productions. He started BuckVentures in 2003 with the motto “Shoot by Sight, Walk by Faith” based off of 2 Corinthians 5:7 and has been hosting hunting shows ever since. Jeff spent time as a professional team roper before starting his career in television. In addition to hunting for a living, Jeff speaks about his faith in churches all across the country.

About Cody Johnson: Human The Double Album is the sophomore major-label release from COJO Music / Warner Music Nashville Platinum recording artist Cody Johnson and will be available October 8 on all digital music platforms. Known for his explosive live shows and electrifying stage presence, Johnson has established a following of passionately loyal fans who regularly sell out shows across the country and have helped him accumulate more than two billion streams worldwide. The recipient of multiple ACM and CMA Awards nominations, his RIAA certifications include two Gold-selling songs (“Nothin’ On You” and “With You I Am”) and the Platinum-selling, Top 10 single, “On My Way To You.” Named one of NSAI’s 10 Songs I’d Wish I’d Written 2020 and ASCAP’s Most Performed Songs of 2019, “On My Way To You” was featured on his first major-label release, Ain’t Nothin’ to It, which skyrocketed to No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and all-genre Digital Sales charts. The LP reached Top 10 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart and made history as the third-highest pre-added album of all time in the country music genre on Apple Music at the time of release. Johnson also re-recorded one of the project’s standout tracks, “Dear Rodeo,” as a powerful duet alongside country music icon, Reba McEntire. Described as “a beautiful piece of work” by MusicRow, the song inspired his autobiographical documentary Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story, which was recently shared in select theaters nationwide. With guest appearances by McEntire, Navy Seal Chris Kyle’s widow Taya (Kyle) and more, the film showcases Johnson’s real-life journey from the dusty rodeo arenas of rural Texas to some of the biggest musical stages in America, explaining how his years on the rodeo circuit fortuitously prepared him for his life as a country star.

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 numerous 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

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

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 Channel (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

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Sportsman Channel’s Jeff Danker and
Country Music Recording Artist Cody Johnson Host #DeerWeek

DENVER (September 17, 2021) – On Friday night, Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel showcase the most popular week on outdoor TV – #DeerWeek presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors beginning at 7 p.m. Now through September 19, Sportsman Channel host Jeff Danker and country music recording artist Cody Johnson will provide viewers with fun, excitement and educational perspectives – in their inimitable style – about deer hunting and the upcoming season.

Outdoor Channel #DeerWeek Schedule for Friday, September 17 (all times are EST)

7:00 p.m. – North American Whitetail

8:00 p.m. – Imperiled: A Mule Deer Migration

9:00 p.m. – The Woodsman

Sportsman Channel #DeerWeek Schedule for Friday, September 17 (all times are EST)

7:00 p.m. – Blitz TV

7:30 p.m. – Dead Meat

8:00 p.m. – Relentless Pursuit

8:30 p.m. – Back 40

9:00 p.m. – The Wild Outdoors

9:30 p.m. – HARDCORE Pursuit

10:00 p.m. – Final Draw

10:30 p.m. – MeatEater Hunts

11:00 p.m. – Innerloc’s Out There

11:30 p.m. – Game of Inches

#DeerWeek, launched in 2017, is a unique, week-long, cross-platform event featuring primetime programming showcasing deer-specific content on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel. This year marks the fifth consecutive year of this specialized programming event.

“#DeerWeek on Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel is a special time of the year,” host Jeff Danker said. “It signifies the start of one of my favorite times of the year and everything that goes along with it – the excitement and camaraderie of deer hunting season.”

“I’ve experienced a lot of well-spent time in a deer stand or in the woods in my life,” Johnson shared. “I love the lessons hunting can teach – safety, hard work, putting food on the table, and enjoying the camaraderie of friends and family around a hunt. Jeff and I look forward to sharing those with the viewers.”

#DeerWeek content also will be front and center in relevant OSG print publications, digital and social media platforms owned, operated and distributed by Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks and Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing arms. With nearly 230 overall hours, nearly 70 primetime hours of deer-centric content and nearly 100 episodes, Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel programming will be dedicated to the week-long celebration of deer hunting. Content also will be made available by streaming video-on-demand service MyOutdoorTV (MOTV), as well as Outdoor Sportsman Group’s vast array of social media platforms.

Outdoor Sportsman Group’s #DeerWeek welcomes back its slate of sponsors from one year ago including presenting sponsor Academy Sports + Outdoors, as well as participating sponsor Old Trapper and associate sponsors Hornady, Benelli and Realtree. Outdoor Sportsman Group also welcomes new associate sponsors Bowtec, OnXmaps, Rocky Boots, Starbrite and Umarex for #DeerWeek 2021.

For all programming, scheduling and #DeerWeek information visit: https://www.outdoorchannelplus.com/micro/deer-week/376921

About Jeff Danker: Jeff is co-owner and manager of BVO Productions. He started BuckVentures in 2003 with the motto “Shoot by Sight, Walk by Faith” based off of 2 Corinthians 5:7 and has been hosting hunting shows ever since. Jeff spent time as a professional team roper before starting his career in television. In addition to hunting for a living, Jeff speaks about his faith in churches all across the country.

About Cody Johnson: Human The Double Album is the sophomore major-label release from COJO Music / Warner Music Nashville Platinum recording artist Cody Johnson and will be available October 8 on all digital music platforms. Known for his explosive live shows and electrifying stage presence, Johnson has established a following of passionately loyal fans who regularly sell out shows across the country and have helped him accumulate more than two billion streams worldwide. The recipient of multiple ACM and CMA Awards nominations, his RIAA certifications include two Gold-selling songs (“Nothin’ On You” and “With You I Am”) and the Platinum-selling, Top 10 single, “On My Way To You.” Named one of NSAI’s 10 Songs I’d Wish I’d Written 2020 and ASCAP’s Most Performed Songs of 2019, “On My Way To You” was featured on his first major-label release, Ain’t Nothin’ to It, which skyrocketed to No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and all-genre Digital Sales charts. The LP reached Top 10 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart and made history as the third-highest pre-added album of all time in the country music genre on Apple Music at the time of release. Johnson also re-recorded one of the project’s standout tracks, “Dear Rodeo,” as a powerful duet alongside country music icon, Reba McEntire. Described as “a beautiful piece of work” by MusicRow, the song inspired his autobiographical documentary Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story, which was recently shared in select theaters nationwide. With guest appearances by McEntire, Navy Seal Chris Kyle’s widow Taya (Kyle) and more, the film showcases Johnson’s real-life journey from the dusty rodeo arenas of rural Texas to some of the biggest musical stages in America, explaining how his years on the rodeo circuit fortuitously prepared him for his life as a country star.

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 numerous 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

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

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 Channel (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

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Tom Caraccioli | Outdoor Sportsman Group | Tom.Caraccioli@OutdoorSG.com

DENVER (September 16, 2021) – Outdoor Channel has the best-in-class hunting programming to get viewers ready for this fall’s adventures. Learn from the best by tuning into Whitetail Freaks, Sporting Classics with Chris Dorsey and Swarovski Optik Quests.

• Whitetail Freaks (Thursdays, 8 p.m. ET) – Whitetail Freaks follows the adventures of a motley crew of hardcore, hard-working whitetail hunters as they spend countless hours in search of mega bucks and memorable hunts with family and friends.

• Sporting Classics with Chris Dorsey (Saturdays, 12:30 p.m. ET) – One of the world’s most widely-traveled sportsmen, Chris Dorsey, steps into the pages of America’s greatest adventure magazine to showcase the planet’s most unforgettable hunting and fishing. Some adventures are found at the crossroads of epic and unforgettable, and they’re best enjoyed with a close friend – a companion who cherishes the sporting life.

• Swarovski Optik Quests (Sundays, 11:30 a.m. ET) – SWAROVSKI OPTIK Quests tests the most high-powered hunting equipment in extreme places around the planet, as host Dean Capuano travels the globe in search of trophies that are on every hunter's bucket list. Catch the action only on Outdoor Channel.

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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MEDIA CONTACT:

Outdoor Sportsman Group | OSGPR@outdoorSG.com