Voting is Now Open! 19th Annual Outdoor Sportsman Fishing Awards

Posted on June 10, 2019June 27, 2019 by George Apregan

Fan Favorite Categories Expanded – Voting Open Through June 26

DENVER (June 10, 2019) – Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks (Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network), the world’s largest aggregator of outdoor lifestyle content, present the 19^th Annual Outdoor Sportsman Fishing Awards. Voting is now open for the Fan Favorite categories for shows and hosts airing on any of the three networks in 2018.

Fans can vote for their favorite hosts and series along with other categories including: Best Catch, Best Underwater Videography, Best Educational Clip and Best Conservation Clip.

Voting will take place at http://outdoorchannel.com/vote now through Wednesday, June 26. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, July 3, prior to ICAST in Orlando, FL.

Nominees by category include:

Fan Favorite Host
- All Series
Fan Favorite Series
- All Hosts
Fan Favorite Best Catch
- BigWater Adventures
- Facts of Fishing
- Reel Braggin’ Rights
- Unfathomed

Fan Favorite Best Underwater Videography Clip
- BigWater Adventures
- Facts of Fishing
- Hook N’ Look
- The Obsession of Carter Andrews

Fan Favorite Educational Segment
- Fishing University
- Hook N’ Look
- Lake Commandos
- Unfathomed

Fan Favorite Conservation Story
- BigWater Adventures
- Florida Sportsman Watermen
- Hook N’ Look

The following series have been nominated for Series Awards, voted on by a panel of industry professionals:

Best Competition Series
- Lake Commandos
- Ultimate Match Fishing
- Reel Braggin’ Rights

Best Freshwater Series
- Lake Commandos
- Lindner’s Fishing Edge
- Facts of Fishing
- The Hunt for Monster Bass

Best Saltwater Series
- BigWater Adventures
- Two Conchs
- he Obsession of Carter Andrews
- Unfathomed

Best International Series
- Reel Braggin’ Rights
- The Obsession of Carter Andrews
- Unfathomed

Best Original Series
- Major League Fishing
- The Hunt for Monster Bass
- Voodoo Crew

Best New Series
- Reel Braggin’ Rights
- The Hunt for Monster Bass
- Unfathomed
- Voodoo Crew

Best Fishing of MOTV
- Facts of Fishing
- ProTeam Journal
- Ultimate Match Fishing
- Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes three leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network, as well as Sportsman Channel Canada and MOTV, the world’s leading outdoor television content platform. The Group also consists of a number of established publishing assets: 15 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Petersen’s Bowhunting, Game & Fish and Florida Sportsman, and 19 top websites, including BassFan.com. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com. #MyOutdoorTV

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

Chris and Casey Keefer Continue to Battle the Elements in ‘Dropped’ on Outdoor Channel on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. ET

Posted on June 10, 2019June 27, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (June 10, 2019) – Outdoor Channel hosts and adventurers Chris and Casey Keefer continue battling the elements in Saskatchewan in the latest season of Dropped on Mondays at 7:30 p.m.

Dropped: Land of the Living Skies is the latest installment of the adventure show. It takes the Keefer brothers to some of the toughest terrain in the world – the backcountry of Saskatchewan. They are flown to their desired location with no map, shelter or supplies and must race against the clock to find caches of modern gear to help them on their path back to civilization. Survival is dependent on their ability to work together. All the while, there is a constant feeling that something could go wrong at any moment. Dropped entertains and excites, while conveying the ominous feeling that is inherent when alone in the backcountry.

The Keefer Brothers share a passion for family, adventure and the outdoors. Both Chris and Casey are addicted to the adrenaline that comes with being dropped into the most remote areas of some of the world’s most wild locations. One’s weakness is complemented by the other’s strength and what emerges is a wildly entertaining balance of adrenaline-soaked adventure, a feeling of family and true brotherhood. The brothers buy into the mentality that one should push the limit of what one thinks can be done, to truly live, rather than just survive. The brothers feel a responsibility to pass along this mentality to viewers, as well as educate about basic survival skills. Follow the Keefers on their adventures in Dropped: Land of the Living Skies on Mondays at 7:30 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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Outdoor Channel’s ‘Major League Fishing’s All Angles’ Gives Multiple Perspectives on Saturdays at 4 p.m. ET.

Posted on June 6, 2019June 27, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (June 6, 2019) – Major League Fishing’s All Angles presented by Gene Larew Lures analyzes each competition day now airing Saturdays on Outdoor Channel at 4 p.m. ET. Each episode presents viewers with anglers’ strategies on the ins-and-outs and nitty-gritty details behind Major League Fishing.

Check local listings or visit www.OutdoorChannel.com/ChannelFinder to find the network in your area.

Major League Fishing’s All Angles airs Saturdays on Outdoor Channel at 4 p.m. ET.

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SuperStar Watchlist is ‘MyOutdoorTV Pick of the Week’

Posted on June 5, 2019June 27, 2019 by George Apregan

Denver (June 5, 2019) – We don’t mean to name drop, but now available on MyOutdoorTV.com (MOTV) is a collection of sports, entertainment and outdoor lifestyle celebrities who love to hunt and fish in the MyOutdoorTV Superstar Watchlist. Kick back and enjoy eight episodes featuring celebs such as: Blake Shelton, Clint Boyer, Luke Bryan, Jimmy Kimmel, Jim Belushi, Urban Meyer and Brantley Gilbert.

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

About MOTV: The exclusive, global, subscription-based, video-on-demand service provides the best outdoor programming, lifestyle content and access to favorite Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network television shows and is the pre-eminent voice for all outdoor enthusiasts. MOTV – powered by the three networks – accomplishes this 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 waterways. Along with the three networks, content is available from Outdoor Sportsman Group’s established integrated media arm that includes 15 outdoor magazines, such as: Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, In-Fisherman, Florida Sportsman and Wheels Afield and 19 top websites, including: BassFan.com. Exclusive episodes, as well as live event coverage and behind-the-scenes footage will be added in the future.

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World Fishing Network’s ‘Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook’ Keeps Bass Anglers Hooked on Mondays at 9:30 p.m. ET

Posted on June 3, 2019June 10, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (June 3, 2019) – One of the most innovative bass fishing shows airing is now on
World Fishing Network – Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook (Mondays at 9:30 p.m. ET). This season of Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook features today’s hottest gear paired with hosts who showcase how to best use them in a variety of situations. Don’t miss Ott DeFoe, Tim Horton, Stacey King, Kevin VanDam and Edwin Evers on this fast-paced fishing show.

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

Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on World Fishing Network.

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 ‘Long Range Pursuit’ Features Long Range Excellence on on Mondays at 10:30 p.m. ET

Posted on June 3, 2019June 6, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (June 3, 2019) – The Gunwerks crew raises the bar in their pursuit of long range excellence in Sportsman Channel’s Long Range Pursuit airing Mondays at 10:30 p.m. ET. From the snow-capped peaks of Alaska, to the plains of the great Karoo in South Africa, they prove that taking game at long range is not only possible but – when done correctly – is ethical as well.

Long Range Pursuit is hosted by brothers Aaron and Mike Davidson. Aaron founded Gunwerks in Wyoming with Mike in charge of the sale and production facilities. They both enjoy long range shooting and will drop what they are doing at a moment’s notice to go hunting.

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

Long Range Pursuit airs Mondays at 10:30 p.m. ET.

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

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Pro Team Journal is ‘MOTV Pick of the Week’

Posted on May 30, 2019June 5, 2019 by George Apregan

Denver (May 30, 2019) – Pro Team Journal presented by Strike King is a fast-paced magazine style show featuring the most elite pro team in the fishing industry. Anglers Kevin VanDam, Denny Brauer, Mark Davis, Shaw Grigsby, Mike Wurm, Chad Brauer and George Cochran, among others, are now on MyOutdoorTV.com and featured as the “MOTV Pick of the Week.”

Each episode features multiple pros with numerous segments connected to a central theme. Several industry personnel also join in teaching about their products and techniques. Watch all eight seasons now on MyOutdoorTV.

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

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Sportsman Channel Highlights ‘Florida Sportsman Watermen’ by Spending Time on the Water and Tackling Environmental Issues

Posted on May 29, 2019June 3, 2019 by George Apregan

TV Show, Documentaries and Town Hall Meetings All Part of Important Conservation Efforts

DENVER (May 29, 2019) – Producers of Sportsman Channel’s Florida Sportsman Watermen (Sundays at 8:30 a.m.) promote their show by proclaiming: “Feel the passion of fishing in Florida through the souls of the people living to protect it.” With that lead in, it’s not hard to determine this show is more than just friends wetting their lines in the Florida Keys and waterways of the Sunshine State.

Florida Sportsman Watermen host and dedicated conservationist, Captain Benny Blanco, along with his expert guests, take viewers to some of the most picturesque and quality fishing spots in the state of Florida. With a backdrop of spectacular back-country, nearshore and offshore opportunities, Blanco and his guests target and locate some of the most seemingly endless species of fish in the region, while also calling attention to the underlying thread that brings all of it together – clean, healthy water.

In the debut season of Florida Sportsman Watermen, the show connects expert anglers and water advocates to chart the ties between spectacular fishing opportunities, healthy water and habitat. The show takes viewers up and down the coasts of Florida through the Florida Bay, the flats of Titusville, through Stuart, Charlotte Harbor, Tampa and the Everglades National Park.

“Much like Jacques Cousteau’s shows did in the 1960s, connecting average citizens to the importance of our coral reefs, Florida Sportsman Watermen combines the importance of clean and healthy water with a fishing show, as well as connects water advocacy groups with anglers,” Florida Sportsman Publisher, Blair Wickstrom said. “What is truly unique about the show is that it’s a win-win.”

Besides great fishing action, each episode touches on the bigger issue of conserving Florida’s waterways and the implications if action isn’t taken now. The myriad of issues facing Florida’s waters include: toxic algae blooms, red tide, seagrass die-offs, degradation of springs and the harmful effects of dredging.

Each episode also includes a two-minute segment and a longer-form, mini-documentary streamed online that discusses and tries to tackle some of the issues previously mentioned. Some of the areas of interest in this part of the show include: the examination of nutrient discharge in Lake Okeechobee that has intensified Florida’s red tides and other algae outbreaks; the effects of plastic on the environment and how one company is trying to combat and solve this issue in Florida and beyond; habitat in Bee River Preserve’s Indian River Lagoon, the health of Florida Bay and the threat of high salinity; a look at the magic of the Everglades and why the River of Glass is so vital to Florida Bay and the Keys reef system.

For more information about Florida Sportsman Watermen visit: www.thesportsmanchannel.com/show/florida-sportsman-watermen/358283 and tune in every Sunday on Sportsman Channel at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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Tom Caraccioli | Outdoor Sportsman Group | 212.852.6646 | Tom.Caraccioli@OutdoorSG.com

World Champion Competitive Shooters Take on Family and the World in Outdoor Channel’s ‘Shootout Lane’ on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET

Posted on May 29, 2019June 3, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (May 29, 2019) – A southern family of world-champion competitive shooters and custom-gun manufacturers take on their own family members – and the world – from their Louisiana compound on Shootout Lane, airing Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET on Outdoor Channel.

Featuring the Miculek family, with patriarch Jerry, wife Kay and daughter, Lena, Shootout Lane gives new meaning to “family-friendly competition.” Jerry Miculek is, arguably, history’s greatest shooter. The only thing that could shatter his laser focus are the top two women in shooting sports – his wife and daughter.

Check local listings or visit www.OutdoorChannel.com/ChannelFinder to find the network in your area.

Shootout Lane airs on Outdoor Channel on Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET.

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World Fishing Network’s ‘Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook’ Presents Bigger and Better Fishing Action on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET

Posted on May 28, 2019May 30, 2019 by George Apregan

DENVER (May 28, 2019) – Wade Middleton brings viewers on a weekly journey to help them find the best ways to catch bigger and better fish in Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on World Fishing Network.

Middleton, accompanied by touring pros, guides and industry representatives, provides viewers with constant fishing action. With a lifetime of fishing experience, he has a unique outlook on fishing tactics. Having fished bodies of water all over the world, he has a wealth of knowledge that can help anglers of all skill levels catch more fish. Join Wade as he travels to some of the world’s finest fishing holes in Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook.

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

Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on World Fishing Network.

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Outdoor Sportsman Group | 212.852.6646 | OSGPR@outdoorSG.com