Nick Mundt and Waddell Discuss the Value of Wild Game, the Drive to Hunt, and Having Fun

DENVER (September 23, 2026) – Join Host Michael Waddell as he sits down with long-time hunting buddy and Bone Collector Co-Host Nick Mundt, who made the trip from his Minnesota hobby farm to Downton Dixie to talk about a wide variety of topics – all related to hunting and what makes the pursuit of wild game so worthwhile. Mundt and Waddell have known each other for about three decades and have worked together on Bone Collector now for nearly 20 years. Born and raised in the Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mundt grew up hunting and fishing and worked for more than a decade in Wyoming as a big-game guide at 7J Outfitters in Sundance, WY. When not hunting, Mundt worked as a barber to pay the bills. During his time guiding, Mundt developed outstanding skills with a video camera, and when he crossed paths with David Blanton, he was hired on as a freelance cameraman for Realtree Outdoors. Mundt worked his way into a field producer position at Realtree and eventually into a role on Realtree Road Trips.

Mundt’s passion for hunting and fun-loving demeanor made him a natural hunting partner and co-host with Waddell and Travis “T-Bone” Turner when they launched Bone Collector in 2008, and he’s our much anticipated guest on this episode of The Michael Waddell Podcast, presented by REMAX OUTDOORS and in partnership with Cigars International. Over the years, Nick Mundt has had the opportunity to hunt all over North America and the world for a wide variety of big game. However, he is quick to point out that while he loves trophy hunting for big game – that’s why Waddell and T-Bone nicknamed him “Game Hog” – for him it’s the experience that always outweighs the trophy.

“That is the best part, man,” Mundt said, recalling all the great experiences from his involvement in Bone Collector. “There’s so many. It’s just memory after memory and great people in every camp. It has gone by too fast… I think there are a lot of good people in the industry. If you’re not a good person; you don’t make it. And so, I think there are a lot of good people, but I also think that people forget that the camaraderie of the trip and the memory of the trip should outweigh the trophy. I think a lot of people just put too much emphasis on what the deer scores. Do we want to shoot big deer? Well, yeah, we want to shoot big deer. But, just like last year, when you [gesturing toward Waddell] shot that deer at Blake’s and you had said that you had a hawg in the back of the truck, so we went over there and it was this old freaked-out, just goofy looking old buck, and that was just so cool, and we were just as happy with that as if it was a 180. I think people lose track of that.”

“I think the general public too maybe gets a little tired of people showing off these giant deer,” Mundt continued. “It’s such a small cross-section of people who are killing animals like that…maybe only 3 percent of the people. You know, your normal dude, that works, whether he’s a cop, or works in a coal mine, or works in a steel mill, or is building houses, or air conditioning or whatever; he’s got, you know, a lot of times maybe Saturday or Sunday morning to hunt. He’s got a family, the kids are in soccer or baseball, and he’s got to go to a football game on Friday or Saturday night so he can’t go hunting because, “My kid has got a game at 7:00.” And so, a 130-inch buck to people, that’s a wallhanger, and sometimes I think the industry kind of sometimes turns their nose up at that kind of deer…”

“Where I live in Minnesota,” Mundt explained, “properties are small, the rut falls the very first Saturday in November, so it’s the chasing phase, all the bucks are moving, waiting for those first does to come into heat, so it’s a slaughter. And they just don’t get old. So, if you see a three-year-old buck, that’s a trophy buck where I live. You shoot a 130, 135, 140-inch buck in that part of the country, that’s a really big deer. They’re just not around every tree. Now you go to Iowa, you get a tag once every six years, you don’t want to shoot a 140. You want to maybe hold out for something a little bit bigger, especially if you’ve got a whole month to hunt or whatever. I just think the emphasis on the camaraderie and the fun of the people that you’re around gets lost a lot of times.”

Anyone who is familiar with Bone Collector certainly knows just how much emphasis the team puts on having fun, and on this podcast Waddell, guitar in hand, even relives some hunting camp karaoke with Mundt, belting out a Whitesnake glam-metal anthem and then having fun with Luke Bryan’s hit “That’s My Kind of Night.” However, the team is extremely serious when it comes to hunting trophy whitetails and sharing what they’ve learned over the years with viewers. They also are quick to point out the role of outdoor TV in educating hunters and contributing to the increased number of mature deer that hunters take.

“I think one thing that’s helped,” began Mundt, “you know, all over the country as far as people shooting bigger deer [is that] over the last 10 or 15 years, people have gotten to see [a lot of deer] on the Outdoor Channel. So, you can sit there and watch a block – four, five, six shows in a row – and you can actually start to see [enough] deer. Where like, when I was growing up in the Black Hills of South Dakota, you never saw… nobody knew what a two or three or four [year old deer looked like]; nobody ever thought about age on a deer. He was big or he was small. He was a five-by-five, he was a four-by-four, he was a three-by-three, whatever. And now, people are able to see a deer on the hoof – because they’ve watched so much on TV – and they’re able to kind of judge a deer, judge his age, and it has helped throughout the country because people are letting some deer go and wanting that next size up. But when you live in a place like where I live and the acreages are small – this guy’s got 15 acres, next door to him 13, next door to him 10, the next guy might have 20, the next guy might have 40 – well, if they’re sitting in their treestand on opening day and a 120 walks by, they’re whacking him, and they love it, which is great!”

The Michael Waddell Podcast is produced by Outdoor Sportsman Group and is available widely on Outdoor Channel YouTube, MyOutdoorTV, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and OutdoorChannel.com, to name a few.

Waddell and Mundt take a long stroll down Bone Collector’s memory lane, talking about some of their best memories and favorite hunting camps. “I was going to say, for sure, Vatos, and the Milk River,” said Mundt, “and then, as of lately, Blake’s place. It’s just so much fun, the characters, and every single person that we hang out with there is just a blast. And then, recently, we’ve had the chance to make friends with Ike Rainey [Giles Island on the Mississippi River near Natchez, MS and Vidalia, LA] and his camps are so fun. What I like about it is, the people don’t take themselves too seriously. Those are the funnest camps for sure.”

In addition to all the great memories, Mundt has acquired quite a few big animals over the years with Bone Collector. “I’ve always been a taxidermy nut,” said Mundt, “and so I’ve got a whole warehouse full of trophies, but I’ve kind of slowed down a little bit on mounting stuff because I’m getting older and I’m running out of room, and I’ve got this burden of animals that I’m going to have to put on my [family],” he said with a big smile. “I’m probably not going to be able to leave them much, but they can hopefully sell my animals and make a little bit of money. But, just, every time I look at these, every time I sit there and look at them – and I truly love hunting, I truly love it – it’s all about the animals for me really. Just seeing all those memories on the wall and thinking about all the places we’ve been. I’ve met so many good people. It just means the world to me. I’ve met so many good people and have such lasting relationships with people who are hunters. Except for the five or six guys I’m in a text thread with [guys from school days] … my best friends that I have today are people that I’ve met in hunting camp.”

“Nick Mundt and I hit it off from the first time we met at 7J Outfitters, and we always have fun together. There’s no telling how many jokes we’ve told and songs we’ve butchered around the campfire. At the same time, we’ve worked incredibly hard, and I’m extremely proud of what Nick, T-Bone and I have done together with Bone Collector. But even more than that, I’m proud to call these men brothers and uncles to my kids, and I’m happy that Nick finally was able to make the trip to Georgia. I highly recommend that folks who want to look into Rolling Bones Outdoors’ full-service concierge service for hunters reach out directly to nick@rbohome.com.”

The Michael Waddell Podcast releases new episodes every other week.

Waddell’s story began in the backwoods of Booger Bottom, Georgia, where he grew up surrounded by nature, family, and a love for the outdoors. A self-proclaimed “rowdy redneck,” his passion for hunting and storytelling led him to win a Realtree turkey-calling contest, which launched his career in the outdoor industry. From guiding and filming hunts to creating hit shows like Realtree Road Trips and Bone Collector, Waddell has become a beloved figure in the outdoor world.

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes four leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, and GAME & FISH TV, a dynamic new Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel dedicated to sports enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group operates Sportsman Channel (Canada) and MOTV, the world’s leading subscription streaming platform created for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. The Group also consists of numerous established publishing assets, including 14 outdoor magazines such as Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, and In-Fisherman, along with 20 top websites. Outdoor Sportsman Group also includes television production operations through Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com.

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Petersen’s HUNTING is On Sale at Newsstands, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, or Local Book Retailers

DENVER (September 22, 2026) – Petersen’s HUNTING, the leading media outlet for outdoorsmen and women, recently released their October 2026 issue, dedicated to big-game hunting. Expanded for 2026, the 88-page Big-Game Issue is filled with information, education and entertainment covering all corners of the country. It’s available on newsstands now or by subscription for just $12 annually.

“The October issue of HUNTING is my personal, perennial favorite and the 2026 edition just may be the best yet,” said David Draper, editor in chief. “The issue coincides with the heart of hunting season and gets me fired up to head into the mountains with a deer or elk tag in my pocket. I think readers will feel that same excitement when they read about the adventures our experienced staff of contributors are sharing with us.”

Noting the current economic climate and responding to readers who have asked for more budget-friendly gear reviews, the 2026 October issue of HUNTING features a special section dedicated to value-driven optics that perform outside their price-point. Optics-expert Andrew McKean reviews economically priced scopes from Leupold, Vortex, Burris, Trijicon and Zeiss, among other manufacturers. Continuing that trend, our Guns & Loads column provides a full review of the Balikli Model-700 clone rifle from EAA, and deems it a winner in its class.

Other highlights in the Big-Game Issue include:

• Joseph von Benedikt’s review of the new Speer Zephyr bullet.
• Scott Ergas takes Winchester’s new Long-Range ammo from the range to the field.
• Mark Kayser delivers a dissertation on advanced pronghorn tactics.
• Will Brantley bucks the trend and gets close Out West.
• Craig Boddington recounts memorable misses, and proves he is human after all.

For more than 50 years, Petersen’s HUNTING has stood as the leading, authentic voice dedicated exclusively to hunters. The October 2026 Big-Game Issue is available now. Visit petersenshunting.com for the latest articles, reviews and hunting resources, and to never miss an issue, subscribe.

About Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing: As a premier destination for the most avid outdoors enthusiasts, Outdoor Sportsman Group’s publishing division is widely recognized for its strong special-interest multichannel brands, including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 9 other leading magazines that reach more than 22 million readers. Outdoor Sportsman Group’s network of websites, including BassFan.com, Rifleshooter.com, Outdoorchannel.com, Sportsmanchannel.com and MyOutdoorTV.com, attracts millions of annual unique visitors, and OSG produces hundreds of TV episodes of original branded hunting, sport shooting and fishing programming that airs on Outdoor Sportsman Group’s broadcast entities. Visit http://outdoorsg.com for more information.

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Game & Fish TV Continues Incredible Growth, Surpassing Massive Monthly Milestone

DENVER (September 22, 2026) – Outdoor Sportsman Group (OSG) continues to experience explosive growth with its GAME & FISH TV platform, which saw viewers tune in to the popular new channel more than 10 million times during Q2 and now has surpassed another viewership milestone with over 75 million minutes watched during the month of August. This past month, 76,241,185 minutes of outdoor TV were consumed by what has proven to be a previously underserved audience with an appetite for outdoor content. *

Equal to watching 1,270,687 hours of video, or 52,946 days, or 145 years of continuous watching, clearly, millions of viewers are enjoying GAME & FISH TV’s stellar lineup of outdoor content produced and curated specifically for those who aspire to “The Sporting Lifestyle.” Additionally, August marked five months of month-over-month growth since launching on Amazon Prime and Roku in March of this year. Viewership on both platforms has been nothing short of remarkable, combining for over 30 million minutes watched during the past month.

“While the GAME & FISH TV development team worked tirelessly to build the foundation for this ground-breaking new platform, it’s still amazing to think that 18 months ago this FAST channel did not exist,” said Michael Carney, President & CEO, Outdoor Sportsman Group. “Knowing the effort that went into the GAME & FISH TV launch, on our part and that of our key distribution partners, it’s truly rewarding to see this widespread acceptance of the channel and to witness the incredible audience growth exemplified by the amazing consumption trend of what we know is best-in-class content.”

Outdoor Sportsman Group offers those active outdoor enthusiasts diverse touchpoints across its media platforms to enrich their lives whenever, wherever, and however they wish to engage and participate. Whether they’re listening to a podcast during their commute or at the gym, checking out one of our 17 Web sites or more than 90 social media channels during lunch, watching our three linear channels or FAST TV in the evening, binge-watching MyOutdoorTV on the weekend or settling down with their favorite print magazine at camp, OSG’s category-leading content is being enjoyed by those enthusiasts at a higher rate than ever before and overall reach is unmatched.

With its tagline, “The Sporting Lifestyle,” GAME & FISH TV – the fastest growing free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel in the hunt-shoot-fish market – delivers best-in-class outdoor content to a seemingly ever-growing audience that’s hungry for the healthy, outdoor lifestyle that GAME & FISH TV celebrates.

Drawn from the libraries of Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, and MyOutdoorTV, GAME & FISH TV offers viewers a robust variety of programming across five exciting categories, including:

• LIVE EVENTS – Featuring live Major League Fishing professional bass fishing competitions throughout the year.
• ADVENTURE – Join in the exploits of real-life wilderness trailblazers, modern-day cowboys, mountain men, off-the-grid pioneers, off-roaders, game-changing entrepreneurs and much more.
• COOKING – Get a taste of the wild with our stellar lineup of celebrated game chefs — as they showcase delicious wild game and fish dishes you can make at home.
• HUNTING – From monster whitetails to bugling bulls, our premium hunting lifestyle programs deliver heart-pounding action at its finest.
• FISHING – Catch the excitement and feel the passion of today’s angling lifestyle. Our pros will show you how to find success in some of the most amazing freshwater and saltwater fisheries on earth.

Tune in to GAME & FISH TV on The Roku Channel, Prime Video, VIZIO, Fire TV Channels, Plex, Samsung TV Plus, Truth+, OutdoorChannel.com, GameandFishMag.com, Free Live Sports, LocalNow and MyOutdoorTV with additional outlets coming soon.

Discover GAME & FISH TV today. For more information, please visit www.gameandfishtv.com.

* Sources: Cascade Platform (Samsung), Amagi NOW (MOTV, Vizio), Roku Analytics (Roku), Slate (Amazon Prime), Plex Content Partners (Plex), Direct from platform (FireTV, TMTG, Local Now, Free Live Sports). Minutes Watched: Calculated off hours and direct minutes depending on platform. Dates: 8/1/2026-8/31/2026

** Sources: Roku Analytics (Roku), Slate (Amazon Prime). Minutes Watched: Calculated off hours and direct minutes depending on platform. Dates: 4/1/26-8/31/2026

About GAME & FISH TV

GAME & FISH TV is a premier FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel dedicated to outdoor and adventure enthusiasts. Celebrating “The Sporting Lifestyle,” the channel delivers a diverse lineup of high-energy, free programming, including live events, adventure stories, hunting action, expert fishing tips and wild game cooking showcases.

Backed by the extensive resources of Outdoor Sportsman Group, GAME & FISH TV draws from the libraries of Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network and MyOutdoorTV to offer top-tier content that captures the spirit of the outdoors. Available on leading platforms such as Roku, VIZIO, Samsung TV Plus, Prime Video, Amazon Fire TV, Truth+, Free Live Sports, LocalNow and Plex, with additional outlets constantly expanding, GAME & FISH TV brings the excitement of the great outdoors straight to your screen—at no cost.

For more information, visit www.gameandfishtv.com.

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16 Great Episodes, 4 Special Presentations, 2 All-New Shows, 1 Spectacular Week

DENVER (September 22, 2026) – Outdoor Channel celebrates the fall season with a new show lineup that’s so good you can taste it. Premiere Week, starts Monday, Sept. 28, with an all-new “Taste of the Wild” block complete with fresh episodes from all six shows. There’s Farming the Wild with popular Englishman-turned-Texan, Mike Robinson; then there’s hunter-from-Down-Under and culinary adventurer Mario Kalpou on his tour of America’s wild places and wild food in United Plates. In Season 2 of the hit show Cast Iron Cowboy, you can count on Kent and Shannon Rollins to fill the hearts and bellies of authentic, hard-working cowpokes. On Ranch America, Host River Klass celebrates the rugged beauty and culture of cattle country, and then on McMillan, Host Tom McMillan and family prove every day on the ranch that “Dirt is good for the soul.” Lastly, in Season 2 of Jason the Butcher, Host Jason Nauert takes military vets and first responders into the wilderness to learn confidence-building hunting, shooting, field-to-table butchery and the skills to survive. Viewers won’t want to miss Monday night of Premiere Week, but that’s just the beginning.

Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. tune in for a very special Episode 1 of American Archer, as pioneering Host Tom Nelson celebrates 30 years of producing bowhunting television. On Wednesday night at 9:30, don’t miss the first show of the season for Airgunner Challenge. On Friday morning at 8:30 a.m., join Host Joe Thomas for the new season of Reel in the Outdoors. That evening at 7:00, enjoy good music and great hunting adventure on the new season of Nick’s Wild Ride with Nick Hoffman, followed at 7:30 by a once-in-a-lifetime Nevada elk-hunting adventure on Nick Hoffman Presents: What Are The Odds?

Friday night turns more serious at 8:00 p.m. ET with Chris Dorsey Reports: The Truth About Polar Bear Hunting, and then on the first episode of the new season of Wardens: Case Files, at 9:00 p.m., when officers must apprehend a madman.

On the weekend, viewers are treated to a Saturday night MeatEater marathon with Steven Rinella’s new show, Rinella’s Field Notes at 6:00 p.m., followed by back-to-back cinematic specials – MeatEater’s 12 in ’26 – airing from 7:00-9:00 p.m. ET.

Sunday evening is all about the new season of Buck Commander at 10:30 p.m. ET, with Tom “Tombo” Martin and guest King Pedford facing off with big lizards and bigger snakes in the Florida swamps.

Don’t miss out on a show lineup so good you can taste it – Outdoor Channel’s Premiere Week, Sept. 28-Oct. 4 – the start of fall’s new TV season.

Farming the Wild (Season 8 Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 7 p.m. ET) – English restaurateur and hunter Mike Robinson is one of Britain’s most prominent game chefs, and he co-owns the only pub in London with a prestigious Michelin-star. Follows Robinson as he harvests the natural ingredients that make up some of his most famous dishes. An expert hunter and marksman, Robinson shares the many unique skills and techniques he uses to hunt the game he sustainably manages. As a chef, he also shares the professional methods and tips to help viewers elevate their wild game cooking to truly Michelin-caliber food, both at home and over their campfires. In this week’s special episode, “Setting Up Home in Texas,” Mike Robinson and his wife Claude move to Texas, and he starts to build a new larder and culls Axis deer and cooks Wild Boar Ragu.

United Plates (Season 2 Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET) – Join this adrenaline-fueled culinary road trip through all 50 states led by acclaimed restaurateur and fearless explorer Mario Kalpou. With his rugged RV as a mobile basecamp and an unrelenting appetite for adventure, Mario plunges into the heart of America – from untamed wilderness to hidden small towns – on a quest for each state’s unique flavors, rich heritage and wild spirit. Whether he’s foraging in deep forests, casting lines in icy streams or cooking over open flames beneath the stars, every episode serves up a thrilling mix of food, culture and raw outdoor adventure. The first episode of this season, “Outer Banks Tuna Frenzy,” has Kalpou fishing off the coast of the Carolinas for Bluefin tuna. Afterwards, Kalpou learns the art of breaking down a tune and prepares an incredible meal with Chef Mac at Sea Chef.

Cast Iron Cowboy (Season 2 Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 8:00 p.m. ET) – Kent and Shannon Rollins, along with their 1876 Chuck Wagon, visit some the most authentic cowboy ranches America has to offer. For over 30 years, their mission has remained unchanged: to feed hungry cowboys with hearty meals that define the region of each ranch. They make sure to keep the recipes simple and the food filling, because as Kent is fond of saying, “You can’t get full on fancy.” In this first episode, Kent and Shannon head to Bull Hammock Ranch and prepare Carlton steaks, gator tail, and swamp cabbage for a Sunshine State supper to remember.

Ranch America (Season 4 Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 8:30 p.m. ET) – Ranch America celebrates the cattle rancher, cowboy, and rodeo communities, as well as their working horses and cattle dogs. Join host River Klass as he saddles up with American ranchers who do whatever it takes to put the best beef on our dinner tables. In this week’s show, “Parker Ranch,” Klass travels to Hawaii’s Big Island to meet the legendary paniolos of Parker Ranch, one of the oldest cattle operations anywhere. Klass takes in their 4^th of July Rodeo before earning the rare opportunity of riding alongside the cowboys for day of work on the ranch.

McMillan (Season 14 Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 9:00 p.m. ET) – From Hunting Camp to Farm and Ranch, the McMillan’s are doing everything Country and bringing it all home to the table. In this season’s opening episode, “Family, Friends, and Tom Learns to Share,” Gatlin is a year older and Tom’s list is a bit longer as birthdays pass by and new animals join the family and a new deer season arrives.

Jason the Butcher (Season 2, Episode 1 Premieres Monday, September 28 at 9:30 p.m. ET) – An unscripted series about a man who trains both military and civilian interests on how to survive when the supply chain is compromised. The host, Jason Nauert, has over 45 years of experience as a hunter, outdoorsman and butcher. This series highlights the strength, dedication and determination of America’s military members and first responders as they meet a variety of challenging situations, from displaying subzero survival skills to learning all the methods that have been used to feed our soldiers and sailors since the Civil War. In this week’s show, “Axis of Maui,” Nauert heads to Maui to join a retired Navy SEAL who is hunting axis deer for the very first time in some challenging island terrain.

American Archer (Season 30 Episode 1 Premieres Tuesday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET) – Host Tom Nelson leads a team of dedicated hunting archers as they hunt around the world. In this very special episode, “Memorable Hunts,” Nelson kicks off the 30^th Season of American Archer with some of his favorite hunting stories.

Airgunner Challenge (Season 7 Episode 1 Premieres Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 9:30 p.m. ET) – This reality shooting competition follows eight firearms industry competitors with proven marksmanship skills and introduces them to the up and trending air rifle and airgun technology through intense shooting challenges each week. The opening challenge in this first show of the season, “Stars and Birds,” already has tempers rising!

Reel in the Outdoors (Season 23 Episode 1 Premieres Friday, October 2 at 8:30 a.m. ET) – For two decades Reel in the Outdoors with Joe Thomas has explored America’s unique passion for fishing. From Alaska to the Amazon, Joe Thomas discovers the people and places that make fishing a lifetime pursuit. In the first episode, “The Pit Masters,” Thomas explores Florida’s famous phosphate pit bass fishing.

Nick’s Wild Ride with Nick Hoffman (Season 11 Episode 1, as well as a Special Presentation, Premieres Friday, October 2 at 7:00 & 7:30 p.m. ET) – Join country music artist Nick Hoffman as he travels the world on the hunt for interesting wild game, little-known history, fascinating people, heartwarming culture, food and drink. In this season’s first episode, “Woodland Wonder,” Nick travels to Newfoundland to hunt caribou, and along the way he uncovers the tragic story of fallen American heroes. Then on Nick Hoffman Presents: What are the Odds? Host Nick Hoffman shares this special presentation of his once-in-a-lifetime Nevada elk hunt and the amazing story revealed in the tiny mining community that serves as his base camp.

Chris Dorsey Reports: The Truth About Polar Bear Hunting (Special Presentation Friday, October 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET) – Acclaimed biologist, conservation journalist, author and filmmaker Chris Dorsey explores the Canadian Arctic for the larger story behind polar bear hunting and uncovers the problems with trophy import bans while highlighting the pragmatic role that hunting plays in conservation of the iconic bears.

Wardens: Case Files (Season 2 Episode 1 Premieres Friday, October 2 at 9:00 p.m. ET) – Go behind-the-scenes with real game wardens and conservation officers as they share the true stories of their most dangerous, mysterious and infamous cases. This is ‘true crime’ in the wild! In this week’s show, “Warden’s Worst Nightmare,” a game warden pursues a murderous madman.

Rinella’s Field Notes and MeatEater’s 12 in ‘26 (Season 1 Episode 1 Premieres Saturday, October 3 at 6:00 p.m. ET and then Special Presentations from 7:00-9:00 p.m. ET) – Host Steven Rinella takes folks behind the scenes of some of MeatEater’s most unforgettable hunts, offering a raw, unfiltered look at the moments that didn’t make the final cut – and the ones that are unforgettable. From epic stalks and close calls to the lessons learned in the field, this series goes deeper into the stories behind the footage. In the first show, “Steve’s Top Turkey Moments,” Rinella shares behind-the-scenes insights to his favorite turkey hunting moments. The hour-long MeatEater 12 in ’26 series focuses on telling one epic story every month, filmed in cinematic style. In the first film, “Jani’s First Baited Bear Hunt,” Janis Putelis heads for Manitoba to hunt black bears over bait for the first time. In the second film, “Mules and Hounds – Hunting Lions with Legends,” Clay Newcomb heads to the Utah mountains with veteran lion hunters Mclain and Hunter Mecham and mule man extraordinaire Ty Evans.

Buck Commander (Season 17 Episode 1 Premieres Sunday, October 4 at 10:30 p.m. ET) – Former MLB stars Adam LaRoche, Ryan Langerhans and Tombo Martin, along with country music artists Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean and Tyler Farr, team up with ‘Boss Hogg’ Willie Robertson and fellow Louisiana businessman Ryan Busbice from Surge Outdoors make up the entertaining cast of Buck Commander. In this season’s first show, “Iguanas and Pythons, Oh My!” Tombo Martin and King Pedford head to Florida to hunt iguanas and pythons.

About Outdoor Channel: 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 streaming platform created for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. The Group also consists of numerous established publishing assets: 14 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com.

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DENVER (September 21, 2026) – J. Scott Rupp has announced his retirement from Outdoor Sportsman Group (OSG) after a 40-year career of editing outdoor and shooting magazines. At various times during his OSG tenure, Rupp served as editor in chief for RifleShooter and Handguns magazines, as well as for Petersen’s Hunting and Guns & Ammo, and at one point he served as editorial director over Northwoods Group publications – Pennsylvania Sportsman, New York Sportsman and Michigan Hunting & Fishing.

A former member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, in 1986 Rupp earned a journalism degree from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), where he was copy editor of the school’s The Eastern Progress newspaper as well as an All-American shooter for the EKU rifle team.

Upon graduation he was hired by the National Rifle Association as assistant editor for American Marksman and American Rifleman magazines, rising to the position of American Rifleman associate editor in his five-year tenure and specializing in coverage of national and international shooting competitions.

In 1991, Rupp moved back to his home state of Pennsylvania to work for the state’s storied Game Commission, serving as assistant editor for Pennsylvania Game News as well as editing and designing a book documenting the agency’s 100-year history.

In 1995, Rupp was hired as editorial director of Northwoods Group, continuing that role when Northwoods was purchased by Petersen Publishing Company, and in 1999 he was named editor of Petersen’s Hunting – a position he held for six-plus years. After a brief stint as editor in chief of Guns & Ammo, in 2007 he took over the same role for RifleShooter and Handguns magazines.

Rupp also worked in television for close to two decades, serving as executive producer and co-host for Handguns and Ruger Inside & Out, and he also produced Personal Defense.

In addition to his editing role, Rupp is an active writer and photographer, penning hundreds of hunting and shooting articles – something he plans to continue in retirement as a freelancer.

“Working with Scott all of these years has been a true pleasure,” said VP Shooting Group Publisher Chris Agnes. “He’s a consummate professional and we’ll miss his sharp eye and steady editorial aim, but his handling of the brands leaves us in good stead.”

“We know this isn’t goodbye,” said Outdoor Sportsman Group President and CEO Michael Carney, “because we fully expect to see Scott’s byline in future print and digital content. However, we wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement and thank him for his outstanding, decades-long efforts on behalf of OSG’s hunting and shooting brands.”

About Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing: As a premier destination for the most avid outdoors enthusiasts, Outdoor Sportsman Group’s publishing division is widely recognized for its strong special-interest multichannel brands, including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 9 other leading magazines that reach more than 22 million readers. Outdoor Sportsman Group’s network of websites, including BassFan.com, Rifleshooter.com, Outdoorchannel.com, Sportsmanchannel.com and MyOutdoorTV.com, attracts millions of annual unique visitors, and OSG produces hundreds of TV episodes of original branded hunting, sport shooting and fishing programming that airs on Outdoor Sportsman Group’s broadcast entities. Visit http://outdoorsg.com for more information.

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Kick Off The Fall Hunting Season with ‘Premiere Week,’ Sept. 28-Oct.4

DENVER (September 21, 2026)— Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks (Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, and MyOutdoorTV) proudly introduce their fall programming, complete with original premieres and new episodes from returning series across all networks. The new season promises best-in-class outdoor television planned, produced and curated to offer viewers exhilarating hunting, shooting and fishing adventures, as well as the passionate field-to-table experiences that inspire and affirm our healthy outdoor lifestyle. Viewers can expect new shows for the fall season to kick off with Premiere Week on Monday, September 28.

This year’s Premiere Week starts with Monday’s blockbuster “Taste of the Wild” show lineup on Outdoor Channel, featuring the return of six dynamic, original programs with all-new episodes. Starting at 7:00 p.m. ET, viewers won’t want to miss Michelin-starred Chef Mike Robinson in Season 8 of his Farming the Wild. Then it’s off with host Mario Kalpou on a culinary journey around the country on United Plates (Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. ET). Next, viewers tag along with Kent and Shannon Rollins as they bring chuck wagon cooking to life on Cast Iron Cowboy (Sept. 28, 8:00 p.m. ET). It’s fitting that Ranch America follows, as host River Klass spotlights working cattle ranches and the unique culture that has developed around them (Sept. 28, 8:30 p.m. ET), and then it’s hard-working cowboy-hunter-farmer-outfitter Tom McMillan and family’s opportunity to once more live up to Tom’s “dirt cleans thy soul” slogan (Sept. 28, 9:00 p.m. ET). Lastly, hunter, shooter, survival expert and wild game processing expert Jason Nauert shows military vets, first responders, and others field-to-table butchery and more on Jason the Butcher (Sept. 28, 9:30 p.m. ET). On Tuesday, viewers will enjoy new bowhunting exploits from the pioneering program American Archer (Sept 29, 7:30 p.m. ET); on Wednesday, there’s the start of Season 10 of the popular Airgunner Challenge (Sept. 30, 9:30 p.m. ET); on Friday, there’s the return of Reel In the Outdoors, with Host Joe Thomas (Oct. 2, 8:30 a.m.), then the truly captivating Wardens: Case Files (Oct. 2, 9:00 p.m. ET); and on Sunday, don’t miss the return of everybody’s favorite deer nuts on Buck Commander (Oct. 4, 10:30 p.m. ET).

Don’t miss these back-to-back Premiere Week special presentations coming to Outdoor Channel – first there’s the incredible story of Country Music Artist Nick’s Hoffman’s once-in-a-lifetime Nevada elk hunt – Nick Hoffman Presents: What Are The Odds? (Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. ET). Then there’s biologist, conservation journalist and hunter Chris Dorsey’s myth-busting trip to the Canadian Arctic – Chris Dorsey Reports: The Truth About Polar Bear Hunting (Oct. 2, 8:00 p.m. ET).

Additionally, the highly anticipated MeatEater Season 14, hosted by Steven Rinella, premieres on November 14 at 6:00 p.m. ET on Outdoor Channel, featuring new wild landscapes, wild game, a wild field-to-table experiences like no other.

Come fall, Sportsman Channel gets serious about big-antlered game, from elk and moose to America’s most sought-after big game – the whitetail deer – and no program does more to educate and entertain deer hunters than the iconic North American Whitetail, now with fresh episodes appearing in prime time on Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. ET. Also releasing fresh episodes from Wisconsin’s big-deer country, Larry Smith Outdoors, every Sunday morning at 8:30 ET.

Now’s the time to get reacquainted with the top fishing personalities on World Fishing Network (WFN). From “Reel Bass Mondays” with the top pros sharing their best bass tips, to “Reel Catch Saturdays,” featuring the best competition fishing series – World Fishing Network has something for everyone, regardless of your favorite species. Don’t miss fan-favorites like Angling Edge Adventures (Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. ET), Bill Dance Saltwater and Bill Dance Outdoors (Wednesdays at 7:30 & 8:00 p.m. ET), Gale Force Twins (Thursdays, 9:00 p.m. ET), Fish TV (Fridays, 7:30 p.m. ET), and Gone Again with Carter Andrews (Sundays, 9:00 p.m. ET), just to name a few.

MyOutdoorTV (MOTV) continues adding to its massive on-demand library and growing list of 24/7, ad-free, Live Scheduled TV Channels, including Whitetail Legends, HuntStream, Whitetail Stream, The Bass Channel Featuring Major League Fishing, plus other exclusive content that is available for everyone on MyOutdoorTV platforms, such as Xumo, Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, iOS/App Store, Google Play Store, and Smart TVs. Outdoor entertainment has never been more accessible. Visit MyOutdoorTV.com to start a free trial.

Other Outdoor Sportsman Group Q4 Highlights include:

• Outdoor Channel
  • Don’t miss fresh new episodes from The Gamekeepers of Mossy Oak, airing Tuesdays at 9:00 p.m. ET. This week, it’s all about the Native Habitat Project.
  • The “Saturday Prime Cuts Block” starting at 6:00 p.m. ET features Rinella’s Field Notes (10/3-11/7) and the new season of MeatEater (11/14-12/26), followed by another half hour of MeatEater before back-to-back cinematic special presentations of MeatEater’s 12 in ‘26, at 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. ET.
  • The Guns & Ammo Showcase returns on November 25 at 7:00 p.m. ET, with insights from top shooting experts on the latest and best firearms innovations.
• Sportsman Channel
  • Expect fresh episodes in Q4 from: North American Whitetail, Larry Smith Oudoors, Guns & Ammo TV, and The Wild Outdoors, to name a few.
  • The only cure for buck fever is more time in the treestand – or to tune in to the “Buck Fever” programming block on Oct. 3 from 4-7 p.m. ET and watch TV’s big-buck hunters go after their most impressive whitetails.
  • Get ready for the Manliest Moments Marathon (Saturday, Nov. 14, 4:00-7:00 p.m. ET), capturing moments of courage and resolve guaranteed “to sprout another inch of beard.”
  • Don’t miss our Coldest Hunts Marathon (Saturday, Dec. 5, 4:00-7:00 p.m. ET) Grab a warm drink, throw another log on the fire and watch fan-favorite hosts endure some of winter’s worst weather.
  • Watch for the return of Caribou Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 19 from 4-7 p.m. ET, promising north-country adventure that sleighs.

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes four leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, and GAME & FISH TV, a dynamic new Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel dedicated to sports enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group operates Sportsman Channel (Canada) and MOTV, the world’s leading subscription streaming platform created for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. The Group also consists of numerous established publishing assets, including 14 outdoor magazines such as Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, and In-Fisherman, along with 20 top websites. Outdoor Sportsman Group also includes television production operations through Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com.

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Live Event from Kissimmee, Fla., with Anglers Competing for Top Prize of up to $135,000

DENVER (September 18, 2026) – Streaming live on MLFNOW!Ò on MyOutdoorTV from Kissimmee, Florida, a field of the top 50 professional bass anglers from the Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit are competing in the 2026 Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship Presented by MillerTech on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, Sept. 18-20, 2026. The three-day event, hosted by Experience Kissimmee, will showcase the top 50 professional anglers as they compete for a share of a $453,000 prize pool.

The full field of 50 anglers will compete in Days 1 & 2 on Friday and Saturday in a five-fish, weigh-in format. Only the top 10 pros, based on their two-day cumulative weight, advance to the final round on Championship Sunday. The angler with the heaviest three-day total will win the grand prize of up to $135,000 and qualification into REDCREST 2027.

The MLFNOW!Ò broadcast team of Chad McKee and Rob Newell will break down the extended action live each day of competition from 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. ET.

With an expansive library of thrilling fishing shows, MyOutdoorTV offers unparalleled access to the action-packed world of Major League Fishing, from MLFNOW!Ò Live Streams to Major League Fishing and The Bass Channel and thousands of hours of on demand content. Whether you’re a dedicated angler or simply love the thrill of competitive fishing, this streaming service is your gateway to the world of Major League Fishing. MOTV is Outdoor Sportsman Group’s No. 1 global subscription streaming platform.

For more information about MyOutdoorTV, visit MyOutdoorTV.com #MYOUTDOORTV.

About MyOutdoorTV (MOTV): MyOutdoorTV is the No. 1 global subscription streaming platform from Outdoor Sportsman Group created just for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. MyOutdoorTV features favorite Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, Sportsman Channel Canada television shows, exclusive Major League Fishing content, acquired content from around the world, as well as exclusive MyOutdoorTV Originals. MyOutdoorTV 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. MyOutdoorTV 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 20 top websites.  Subscribe at MyOutdoorTV.com and watch on the following platforms: Apple IOS, Android, Roku, Roku Channels, Apple TV, Xbox, Amazon Channels (US and Canada), Amazon Fire TV, Samsung SmartTV, LG SmartTV, Vizio SmartTV, YouTube TV, Xumo, YouTube Primetime Channels, Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex, Comcast, and Cox. MyOutdoorTV is available in 162 markets worldwide. #MYOUTDOORTV. 

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