Fishing on the Arkansas River on “Fishing University”; the Yak Attack Tournament on “Kayak Bassin’ TV”; and Backwater Redfish on “Fishin’ Hot Spots”

DENVER (December 1, 2016) – World Fishing Network viewers will learn about some of the sweetest honey holes to fish around the world during the week of December 5–11. Charlie and Ray go fishing with the Bethel University Fishing Team on Fishing University; Chad Hoover participates in the annual Yak Attack Kayak Fishing Tournament on Kayak Bassin’ TV; and Henry fishes in North Carolina on
Fishin’ Hot Spots.

First, on Fishing University, Charlie Ingram and Ray Brazier are joined by Bethel University Fishing Team members, Cully Scroggins and Ty Dyer. They are trying their luck with some new lures from their SPRO arsenal on the Arkansas River at Pine Bluff.

Next up on Kayak Bassin’ TV, Chad Hoover heads to Farmville, Virginia to hunt big bass and takes part in the Annual Yak Attack Kayak Fishing Tournament. Ending the week on Fishin’ Hot Spots, Henry Waszczuk fishes for backwater redfish in the New River of North Carolina.

Highlights for December 5–11:

• Fishing University (Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET)
• Kayak Bassin’ TV (Fridays at 10:30 p.m. ET)
• Fishin’ Hot Spots (Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. ET)

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. Check out the My Outdoor TV app for iOS and Android to stream outdoor entertainment anytime, anywhere. #AdventureToGo

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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

Stalking Buffalo on “Apex Predator”; Hunting Grizzlies in British Columbia on “MeatEater”; Kicking Off the Rut Hunt on “MCMILLAN” and a Friendly Fan Competition on “Pigman”

DENVER (December 1, 2016) – During the week of December 5–11, Sportsman Channel viewers will have plenty hunting and adventure to enjoy. Remi Warren is disguised as a coyote stalking buffalo on Apex Predator; Steven Rinella searches for grizzly bears on MeatEater; Tom McMillan starts the Rut Hunt with fellow Sportsman Channel hosts; and Pigman hosts a competition with some lucky fans.

Apex Predator kicks off Thursday Trailblazers with Remi Warren stalking buffalo in Sonora, Mexico disguised as a coyote – with inspiration coming from the famous George Catlin painting. Next, on MeatEater, Steve and his buddy Ryan Callaghan, hike into the steep backcountry of northern British Columbia in search of grizzlies.

Sunday, on MCMILLAN, Tom kicks off this year’s Rut Hunts with two good friends – Graig Hale and Craig Boboula. Finally, on Pigman, it’s Shankfest time, and a few lucky fans get the opportunity to hunt hogs with Pigman and take part in a friendly competition.

Highlights for December 5–11:

• Thursday Trailblazers
  • Apex Predator (Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. ET)
  • MeatEater (Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET)
• MCMILLAN (Sundays at 7 p.m. ET)
• Pigman (Sundays at 8:30 p.m. ET)

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Check out the My Outdoor TV app for iOS and Android to stream outdoor entertainment anytime, anywhere. #AdventureToGo

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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

Preparing for an Exciting Visit on “Duck Dynasty”; Pioneering in Montana on  “The Reluctant Outdoorsman”; Cross Bow Hunting on “Viking Chronicles” and Getting Down and Dirty on “Big Country Fridays”

 DENVER (December 1, 2016) – Outdoor Channel viewers will find plenty of adventure, thrills and some laughs every day of the week throughout December 5–11. The Duckmen must scramble to prepare for the visit of Louisiana governor, Bobby Jindal, on Duck Dynasty; The Reluctant Outdoorsman joins Laramy “Sasquatch” Miller on a pioneering adventure; Kyle Lamb tries hunting with a cross bow on Viking Chronicles; Jim Shockey hunts for indigenous Pakistani game; Craig Morgan is all over the country in search of spring longbeards and classic western film, Vera Cruz, closes out the week.

Three episodes of Duck Dynasty start the week on Outdoor Channel. First, baby Mia is about to enter the hospital for surgery on her cleft lip and palate, and Jase sets up a family reunion party at her request. Next, an impending visit by Bobby Jindal, Governor of Louisiana, to present an award to Duck Commander throws everyone into chaos. Finally, when Willie starts thinking about changing the Duck Commander logo, Jase and the guys try to show him they can do the job as well as any professional design firm. Then, on The Reluctant Outdoorsman, Derek Orr heads to Montana for a pioneering adventure guided by Laramy ‘Sasquatch” Miller of Sasquatch Mountain Man. Wednesday, on Viking Chronicles, after a tactical training course at Sig Academy, Kyle Lamb puts down his rifle for something new. Kyle takes to the hills of Tennessee with his cross bow for whitetail season.

Big Country Fridays open with Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures. In this episode, follow alongside Jim Shockey as he heads into the culturally-rich country of Pakistan to go after the Punjab Urial, a type of wild sheep, and the Axis Deer. Next, on Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors, from the orange groves in Florida, to pines in South Carolina, and into the cattle pastures of Tennessee, Craig is crazy about chasing spring longbeard gobblers. Friday Night at the Movies ends the week with Vera Cruz. During the Mexican Rebellion of 1866, an unsavory group of American adventurers are hired by the forces of Emperor Maximilian to escort a countess to Vera Cruz.

Highlights for December 5 – 11:

• Duck Dynasty (Mondays at 7 p.m. ET)
• The Reluctant Outdoorsman (Mondays at 9 p.m. ET)
• Viking Chronicles (Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. ET)
• Big Country Fridays
  • Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures (Fridays at 5 p.m. ET)
  • Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors (Fridays at 7 p.m. ET)
  • Friday Night at the Movies – Vera Cruz – (Friday, December 2 at 8 p.m. ET)

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 conservations, 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 broadcast and mobile platforms. For program times and other information, visit www.outdoorchannel.com. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. #WhatGetsYouOutdoors. Check out the My Outdoor TV app for iOS and Android to stream outdoor entertainment anytime, anywhere. #AdventureToGo

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

Searching for Springtime Crappie on “Breaking Boundaries”;  Fishing in Brutal Conditions on “Know Fishing”  and Fishing with a Legend on “Kayak Bassin’ TV”

DENVER (November 17, 2016) – World Fishing Network viewers will get a glimpse of some of the most difficult places to fish in Canada and how the pros manage the liquid terrain during the week of November 21–27. JP DeRose travels all over Ontario to find the best Springtime Crappie on Breaking Boundaries; Dustin Wilks demonstrates his game plans for when fishing conditions get rough on Know Fishing; and Chad Hoover challenges a fishing legend to a competition on Kayak Bassin’ TV.

Starting the week on JP DeRose Breaking Boundaries, JP travels to the Kawartha Lakes in Ontario to search for Springtime Crappie. Joined by angler and guide Chris Giles, together they search numerous canals and bays lining the Kawartha waters trying to put together pieces of the puzzle.

Next, on Know Fishing, Dustin Wilks takes on a tidal river system during a brutal cold front in mid-April. The north wind has the water pushed out making bass especially skittish. Dustin gradually figures out the tough conditions and establishes a great game plan with lots of action, and shows anglers how to have a good fishing day even in the harshest conditions. Ending the week is Kayak Bassin’ TV with Chad Hoover hooking up with kayak fishing legend Jim Sammons in Florida for a friendly competition.

Highlights for November 21–27:

• JP DeRose Breaking Boundaries (Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. ET)
• Know Fishing (Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. ET)
• Kayak Bassin’ TV (Fridays at 10:30 p.m. ET)

About World Fishing Network: World Fishing Network is North America’s only television network, online and mobile platform dedicated exclusively to fishing and outdoor enthusiasts with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. Available to cable, satellite and telco subscribers throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, our lineup includes a selection of the best North American and international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel hosted by some of the top anglers from North America and across the globe. For more information, please visit WorldFishingNetwork.com and follow us at Facebook and Twitter.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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

Hunting the Legendary Markhor on “Cabela’s Instinct”;  Comedic Hunting on “MeatEater”; Whitetails in Kansas on  “Outback Outdoors” and Winning Big on “MCMILLAN”

DENVER (November 17, 2016) – Sportsman Channel viewers will have a buffet of outdoor programming to feast on during the holiday week of November 21–27. Mark Peterson is immersed in the culture of Islamabad while hunting wild goats on Cabela’s Instinct; Steven Rinella gets a few laughs in while hunting with his comedian friends on MeatEater; The Outback Outdoors Team hunts on their favorite Kansas farm; and Tom McMillan picks a lucky sweepstakes winner out of all his clients.

Thursday Trailblazers starts with Cabela’s Instinct. In this episode, Mark Peterson gets a cultural experience in Islamabad before heading to the Torghar mountains of Pakistan to hunt the legendary Markhor. Back in the states, Tim Herald is continuing his hunt for elk in New Mexico. Next, on MeatEater, Steve Rinella and his buddy Doug Duren give comedians Joe Rogan and Bryan Callen their first taste of Midwest deer hunting.

Friday, on Outback Outdoors, the thrill of whitetail hunting lasts year round on a specific Kansas farm. Team OO goes into their second year on this farm with some big bucks on their hitlist. Finally, on MCMILLAN, Tom hosts a Cabela’s Sweepstakes winner accompanied by Bryan Emrich, friend and business associate from Old World Industries. After the winner is claimed, some repeat clients are in camp for an early season whitetail hunt.

Highlights for November 21–27:

• Thursday Trailblazers
  • Cabela’s Instinct (Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET)
  • MeatEater (Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET)
• Outback Outdoors (Fridays at 10 p.m. ET)
• MCMILLAN (Sundays at 7 p.m. ET)

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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

Spreading Thanksgiving Cheer on “Duck Dynasty”; White Water Rafting on  “Alaska’s Ultimate Bush Pilots”; Hunting Giant Moose on  “Viking Chronicles” and A Southern Affair on “Country Friday Nights”

DENVER (November 17, 2016) – With plenty of holiday programming to relish, viewers will have a lot to be thankful for during the week of November 21–27 on Outdoor Channel. Things are heating up in the kitchen with the Duckmen on Duck Dynasty as the men challenge the women to a cook-off; the Ultimate Bush Pilot white water rafts into one of the most beautiful places on Earth; Kyle Lamb faces a dangerous but rewarding challenge on Viking Chronicles; Craig Morgan hunts with NFL star Tyler Eigert of the Cincinnati Bengals; Jim Shockey heads to North Carolina in hopes of finding a black bear and classic western film, Once Upon a Time in the West, closes out the week.

Four episodes of Duck Dynasty begin Thanksgiving week on Outdoor Channel. First, Jase and Si embark on a turkey hunt for the annual Robertson men vs. Robertson women cook-off to create a feast of fresh wild game. Next, it is the night before opening day of duck season, and the men are carrying on their tradition of camping out on the Robertson land. Then, Willie’s refusal to share a batch of imported biltong meat prompts the rest of the guys to try and make their own jerky. Finally, Jase challenges Willie to a hamburger cook-off, but their very different strategies lead to inedible results. Next, on Alaska’s Ultimate Bush Pilots, on a rare day off, Josiah Freeman and his friends white water raft where few have gone before – on top of the massive Knik Glacier in Alaska. Wednesday, on Viking Chronicles, Kyle Lamb takes on the challenge of being dropped into a remote lake in the Togiak wilderness with no resupply in search of giant moose.

Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures kick starts Country Friday Nights with Jim and Eva Shockey heading to North Carolina, home to some of the heaviest and biggest black bears on the planet. Next, on Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors, Tyler Eifert joins Craig in New Zealand for an action-packed hunt for bull tahr and monster tag. Friday Night at the Movies ends the week with Once Upon a Time in the West, the epic story of a mysterious stranger with a harmonica who joins forces with a notorious desperado to protect a beautiful widow from a ruthless assassin working for the railroad.

Highlights for November 21–27:

• Duck Dynasty (Mondays at 7 p.m. ET)
• Alaska’s Ultimate Bush Pilots (Mondays at 9 p.m. ET)
• Viking Chronicles (Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. ET)
• Country Friday Nights
  • Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures (Fridays at 5 p.m. ET)
  • Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors (Fridays at 7 p.m. ET)
  • Friday Night at the Movies – Once Upon a Time in the West – (Friday, November XX at 8 p.m. ET)

About Outdoor Channel: Outdoor Channel has been taking viewers across America and around the world on unparalleled adventures since 1993. Dedicated to the outdoor lifestyle and conservation, the independent cable network is a division of Outdoor Sportsman Group and provides a complete spectrum of riveting hunting, fishing, shooting and adventure entertainment. Outdoor Channel is the largest outdoor TV footprint in the country and is available in more than 50 countries internationally. Outdoor Channel can be viewed in HD and is accessible by broadband and mobile platforms. For program times and other information, visit www.outdoorchannel.com. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. #WhatGetsYouOutdoors

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

Bass Angling in Ontario on “Breaking Boundaries”; Tackling Difficult Waters on “Know Fishing” and Farm Pond Fishing on “Kayak Bassin’ TV”

DENVER (November 10, 2016) – World Fishing Network viewers will learn several tips and tricks for fishing in challenging areas during the week of November 14–18. JP DeRose is joined by a pro to find out what strategy works best on Lake Simcoe in Ontario; Dustin Wilks takes on two very different bodies of water for bass angling; and Chad Hoover is catching fish in Tennessee ponds where others are rarely successful.

Kicking off the week on JP DeRose Breaking Boundaries, JP is joined by Fishing 101 For Women creator, Yvonne Brown to tackle Lake Simcoe’s World Class Yellow Perch fishery. Drawing on both of their experiences from tournament bass angling, Yvonne and JP realize they have very different approaches to smallmouth bass fishing and want to find out what works best.

Next, on Know Fishing, Dustin Wilks is attacking two bodies of water during the spring. The first is a lake loaded with trees, as well as man-made canals and docks. The second is a reservoir with shallow weeds and plenty of docks. Come along as Dustin teaches anglers what to look for and where to fish during this great time of year. Ending the week is Kayak Bassin’ TV. In this episode, Chad Hoover demonstrates how to catch fish where it is very difficult – in small farm ponds around Tennessee.

Highlights for November 14–18:

• JP DeRose Breaking Boundaries (Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. ET)
• Know Fishing (Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. ET)
• Kayak Bassin’ TV (Fridays at 10:30 p.m. ET)

About World Fishing Network: World Fishing Network is North America’s only television network, online and mobile platform dedicated exclusively to fishing and outdoor enthusiasts with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. Available to cable, satellite and telco subscribers throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, our lineup includes a selection of the best North American and international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel hosted by some of the top anglers from North America and across the globe. For more information, please visit WorldFishingNetwork.com and follow us at Facebook and Twitter.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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

Experience Pakistan on “Cabela’s Instinct”; Black Bear Hunting on “MeatEater”; Celebrate Bowhunting on “Outback Outdoors” and Greatest Hits of the Season on “MCMILLAN”

DENVER (November 10, 2016) – Sportsman Channel viewers will have lots of outdoor adventure programming to feast on during the week of November 14–20. Mark Peterson experiences the Pakistani culture while hunting wild sheep; Steven Rinella is on the hunt for the spring black bear; Team OO discuss the joys of bowhunting; and Tom McMillan looks back on his best hunts of the season at McMillan Outfitting.

Cabela’s Instinct kicks off Thursday Trailblazers with Mark Peterson arriving in Pakistan and getting an eye opening experience on the culture. He is on the hunt for Blandford Urial and Sind Ibex, specific types of wild sheep found just north of Karachi, while Tim Herald hunts for elk in New Mexico. Next, on MeatEater, Steven Rinella hunts spring black bears in the mountains of Southwest Montana.

Friday, on Outback Outdoors, Trev Stoltzfus takes an introspective look on the basics of archery and evaluates himself in search of the true joy of why he loves bowhunting so much. Finally, on MCMILLAN, Tom McMillan re-caps some of the season’s most successful and enjoyable hunts.

Highlights for November 14–20:

• Thursday Trailblazers
  • Cabela’s Instinct (Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET)
  • MeatEater (Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET)
• Outback Outdoors (Fridays at 10 p.m. ET)
• MCMILLAN (Sundays at 7 p.m. ET)

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle that is celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel delivers entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing, and illustrates it through unique and authentic storytelling. Sportsman Channel embraces the attitude of “Red, Wild & Blue America” – where the American Spirit and Great Outdoors are celebrated in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Kmec | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 303.615.8838 | Allison.Kmec@OutdoorChannel.com

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