In MeatEater, author hunter and outdoorsman Steve Rinella will walk on the wild side where cliffs, claws and the culinary art all come crashing together in one nail-biting outdoors adventure.

Growing up in the Midwest’s great outdoors – hunting, fishing and trapping from a young age, Rinella has always viewed the world through the eyes of an ancestral hunter/gatherer. Entranced by early man’s skill, ingenuity and sheer determination to survive and thrive under challenging circumstances, Rinella has made it his life work to cultivate those same qualities.

In MeatEater, Rinella will deconstruct and master any hunting technique; track and pursue prey; and procure his own food, which he will turn into a mouth-watering fireside meal. Far from trophy or sport hunting, Rinella stays true to our ancestral tradition of sustenance hunting- nothing he harvests goes to waste. Whether tracking black tail deer in the remote Alaskan Wilderness, or rooting out Javelina in Texas, Rinella will defer to his back-country roots, challenging himself at every corner while providing nail biting adventure along the way.

On Target: Being an editor tends to cause me to be a little pickier than a normal viewer but the #1 thing i look for is “AM I ENTERTAINED?” While watching Meat Eater I found myself not looking for editing mistakes such as bad transition usage, poor color corrections, etc but the show actually entertained me. I’ve always been a fan of “Man vs Wild with Bear Grylls”.  Bear has the audience intrigued every minute just as Rinella does.  I really dig the way the MEAT of the show is put together, Rinella seems knowledgeable about what he is doing, quality cameras with nice angles and it’s a nice touch that Rinella is actually eating what he kills, something some shows have me questioning.

Off Target: Only watched two episodes so far but I’ll go ahead and take a swing here.  Viewer criticism first – I’m a big bowhunter and I’d like to see Rinella break out a bow for an episode, just a personal opinion.

In conclusion,  I recommend anyone wanting to watch some quality outdoor TV to tune in.  Airtimes listed below. Check it out on The Sportsman Channel.

“Whitetail Wonderland” marathon kicks off on December 8, during Big Game Wednesdays presented by Wildgame Innovations, as the network presents five hours of whitetail programming from 7pm – 12am EST. Shows like Midwest Whitetail with Bill Winke, North American Whitetail and Whitetail Properties will showcase their best whitetail episodes all evening.  The special programming continues on Friday, Dec. 10 with whitetails taking over the primetime programming block during Full Draw Friday Night presented by Rack1 with series Own the Zone TV and Arrow Affliction.  “Whitetail Wonderland” primetime programming will continue every Wednesday and Friday night in December through Christmas Eve.

“Whitetail Wonderland” Special Programming

Wednesday, Dec. 8:  7pm – 12am EST

Friday, Dec. 10: 8pm & 9 pm EST

Wednesday, Dec. 15:  8pm – 9pm EST

Friday, Dec. 17: 10pm -11 pm EST

Wednesday, Dec. 22:  8pm – 9pm EST

Friday, Dec. 24: 8pm – 9pm EST

www.thesportsmanchannel.com

The 3rd Season of Limbsaver’s Own the Zone TV has kicked off.  Make sure to catch it on the Sportsman Channel every week.

Show Times:

6:00 AM Wed.

3:30 PM Tues.

8:00 PM Fri.

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Parent Company InterMedia Outdoors to Supply 65 New, Original Episodes for Q3.  Industry Leader Drake Waterfowl and New Concept Show, Gallery of Guns, Also to Debut

New Berlin, WI (July 1, 2010) – Guns and gear, ducks and bows headline Sportsman Channel’s powerful third quarter lineup – to debut Monday, June 28, as part of more than 850 original series episodes across 90 programs, including 14 new original series.  Sportsman parent company, InterMedia Outdoors (IMO), is supplying 65 new, original episodes across five titles this quarter. The network’s Q3 lineup also features new show debuts from several independent production companies, including waterfowl industry pacesetter, Drake Waterfowl, with their show, Drake’s Migration Nation and a new concept show, Davidson’s Gallery of Guns, which allows viewers to see the guns in action on TV and then shop online by utilizing Gun Genie™, a state-of-the-art firearm purchasing tool.

“Sportsman Channel continues to be a leader in outdoor programming with our fresh, innovative shows focusing on the where-to and how-to for viewers,” said Todd Hansen, Sportsman Channel Sr. Vice President. “Plus, we are rapidly shifting our content lineup to high-definition formats.  We will deliver more than 50 percent of this quarter’s content in HD and our goal is to be fully HD in 2011.”

In addition to Drake’s Migration Nation and Gallery of Guns, Sportsman will offer 12 other new, original series in the upcoming quarter for a total of 14 series: No Limit Outdoors, Brush Country Monsters, The Experience, Adventures South of the Border, BACK Outdoors, Gameface TV, Respect Outdoors, Real Deal, Down the Road, The Industry, The Zone and Life at Table Mountain.

Returning viewer favorites include: Family Traditions with Haley Heath for their third season, Limbsaver’s Own the Zone, Flyaway Highway, The Fowl Life, Heartland Bowhunter, Team Fitzgerald, Back Country Quest, Shoot Straight with Chad Shearer, The Rule, Strickland’s Archery Adventures, Innerloc’s Out There and many more.

This year, IMO will supply more than 230 episodes of original programming to the network, including 65 episodes in Q3 and another 65 in Q4.  IMO’s award-winning programming lineup includes new episodes all filmed in HD from established series Guns & Ammo (now entering its eighth season), North American Whitetail (seventh season), Bowhunter TV (sixth season), Petersen’s HUNTING Adventures (fifth season) and Tactical Arms (second season).

Sportsman Channel is currently in more than 25 million homes after announcing several launches during the past several quarters, including Comcast in Atlanta and Denver and migration from Sports Tier to Digital Basic on Comcast Chicago and Twin Cities. Sportsman Channel is poised to make several additional carriage announcements throughout the remainder of the year.

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel is the only television and digital media company fully devoted to the more than 82 million sportsmen in the United States, delivering entertaining and educational programming focused exclusively on hunting, shooting and fishing activities.  Sportsman Channel is now available in HD, check with your local cable or satellite provider. Acquired by InterMedia Outdoors Holdings in 2006, Sportsman Channel has a subscriber base of more than 25 million U.S. television households and is a part of the nation’s largest multimedia company targeted exclusively to serving the information and entertainment needs of outdoors enthusiasts. Visit www.thesportsmanchannel.com, follow on Twitter, @SPORTSMANchnl (www.twitter.com/SPORTSMANchnl), or become a Fan on Facebook, www.facebook.com/sportsmanchannel.

CONTACT: Michelle Scheuermann, Sportsman Channel, 262-432-9100 ex 111 mscheuermann@thesportsmanchannel.com

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This summer, Benelli takes you behind the scenes of the Duck Commander Company and invites you to meet the Robertsons, the “First Family” of duck hunting.

For 30 years, Phil Robertson’s life has been dedicated to the relentless pursuit of ducks. He pioneered the modern duck call, broke new ground in hunting videos, and redefined the hardcore duck hunter. Hidden away in the Louisiana backwater, the Duckmen have remained elusive and mysterious for 3 decades.

Now, for the first time on national television, see the men behind the legend. Benelli brings you into the blind, at home, and on the road with the Robertsons as they hunt through the season, while staking their claim as the worlds greatest duck hunters.

Get ready for an exclusive look into the business, the blinds, and the minds that comprise Duck Commander.

Brought to you by Benelli, this summer on Outdoor Channel.

On Target - The show is done extremely well and I would stretched to say it’s the number one show on the Outdoor Channel. Excuse me,  ANY CHANNEL! The guys do a great job on camera and the production is second to none.  It’s one of my favorites and I recommend you catch an episode when possible. Awesome job Duckmen.

Off Target - This is a hard one.  I’ve watched every episode from the time they started on the Outdoor Channel this quarter and I can tell that someone is spending some money.  This show is not cheaply done but it seems a lot of the same shots(footage) is used over and over.  That’s my only beef.  Who really cares about that really.  Great job guys!

For more info on the DUCKMEN check them out at www.duckcommander.com

I’m involved with a new TV show that is airing right now on 4 different networks. It’s a show that is based around having fun, being yourself, and taking members of www.myoutdoorzone.com on hunting and fishing trips of a lifetime. Check it out and let me know what you think.

I suggest you follow Team Bighorn as they travel America in search of heart pounding adventures to fit any outdoorsman’s budget. You’ll learn how to bow hunt bull elk in Colorado for under $800 and hunt huge whitetail in Ohio with just a $111 over-the-counter tag.  Plus, they provide some of the most exciting angling ever caught on video. Their tips and techniques will inspire you to expand your outdoor adventures. Team Bighorn’s productions air three times a week on The Men’s Channel.  Check it out.

On target- I really like Bighorn Outdoors direction.  They appeal to the average sportsman, showing how to hunt affordably and proving you don’t have to spend $2500 to $6500 on a fully guided private land hunt.  They also seem pretty down to earth; not like some of the big shots you see on some shows that need to loosen their hat bands to accommodate their big heads.

Off target- After watching a couple Bighorn Outdoor shows I came up with a couple of things I questioned.  First, while I was watching and getting into an intense hunt, all of the sudden I was serenaded by the Soggy Bottom Boys. I lost the feeling of being right there with the stalking hunter. I like the fact that Bighorn is doing something different with their music selection, but I’m not sure about the placement.  Second, was the over use of online bought jumpbacks from Digital Juice, which are already-made graphics used for editing purposes. Over use of them cheapen the production. Some original graphics would make a world of difference.

For more info on Bighhorn Outdoors and hunt swapping check out their site at: www.bighornoutdoors.com

Backland Outdoors wants you to come join in the fun and excitement that has brought American hunters to the edge of their seats, made them laugh and gasp all in the same half hour show. Backland Experiences is a professional production of the real hunt. It showcases the real story as it unfolds and stars real men and women who are proud to bring you one of the best darn hunting shows to hit the airwaves.

On target- I felt like the show flew by. There were no slow moments. The show is full of likable guys who love having a good time and throwing in practical jokes. It’s shot in a Primo’s style format where everything is mostly real and cutaways are minimal. I recommend you find time to watch Backland Experiences on the Men’s Channel.

Off target- Now for the part everyone loves. When watching shows I try not to sit there and look for ways to make it better. I try to enjoy them and watch with an open mind. But I wouldn’t be the critic if I didn’t find something to critique.

I will start off with the most obvious. While watching a turkey hunt, I was overwhelmed by the volume of the music. I don’t mind music, but I do mind if it drowns out the natural sounds, which create the feeling of actually being there. And I know it’s only a 30-minute show and it’s not easy to fit everything in, but there were really no lead in’s to the hunts. The reality of actually finding the birds was missing.

www.backlandoutdoors.com