Ted Nugent Joins the Expanding 2010 Programming on Pursuit Channel with All-New Show: Ted Nugent Tooth, Fang & Claw

LUVERNE, AL – The Pursuit Channel is excited to announce the addition of Ted Nugent Tooth, Fang & Claw TV to its ever-expanding 2010 programming line-up. While widely acclaimed as an American guitar hero, it’s Nugent’s work with the National Rifle Association (NRA) and lifelong advocacy for hunting that have earned him the respect of outdoorsmen around the globe. To Nugent, hunting is not just a sport; it is a way of life.

“Ted Nugent Tooth, Fang & Claw TV documents and delivers the way the Nugent family and millions of American families live in this amazing hunting lifestyle – real, raw, intense and pure,” said Rusty Faulk, CEO of Pursuit Channel. “Ted Nugent is one of the most recognized advocates of hunting and the outdoor lifestyle. He will be a perfect fit for Pursuit.”

“I am not satisfied simply living the good, honest outdoor lifestyle,” said Nugent. “I am driven to promote and celebrate it with all the energy and power that I possibly can. Tooth, Fang and Claw TV enthuses honest conservationists to get more involved, and its passion and intensity recruits new enthusiasts.”

Nugent joins a number of other outdoor television producers that have moved programming to Pursuit starting January 2010. Mossy Oak recently announced its commitment of resources to branded, destination blocks of programming, anchored by their award-winning, popular programs. The National Wild Turkey Federation, Quality Deer Management Association, Alan Warren, Keith Warren, Hank Parker, Roger Raglin and others have since made the move.

“The Nugent family is thrilled to turn up the heat in our promotion and celebration of our cherished hunting lifestyle by joining our Mossy Oak BloodBrothers on the world class Pursuit Channel with our new Tooth, Fang & Claw TV show,” said Nugent. “We don’t just produce TV shows; we document the way real Americans hunt, fish, trap and shoot.”

Pursuit Channel is the only outdoor network delivered in satellite provider DIRECTV’s BASIC package, channels received by every subscriber regardless of their level of service. With a solid, growing portfolio of cable and high power TV stations in their stable as well, the network is on track to reach more than 26 million households sometime next year.

Ted Nugent Tooth, Fang & Claw TV can only be found on Pursuit Channel. For information on how you can get Pursuit Channel in your home, call 334-335-6926 or go online to www.pursuitchannel.com. For information on allthings Nuge, visit www.tednugent.com.

Elk Foundation Grants for Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma

MISSOULA, Mont. Elk and other wildlife in the nation?s breadbasket will benefit from $31,343 in new grants from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. The grants will help fund conservation and education initiatives in Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma.

Grant amounts are based on RMEF fundraisers held in the respective states.

“Elk Foundation volunteers drove the 2008 banquets, auctions and other fundraising events that made these grants possible. This is where their work begins to transform into on-the-ground conservation benefits, and it’s part of the payday for our supporters who are passionate about giving something back to the outdoors,” said David Allen, Elk Foundation president and CEO.

RMEF grants will help fund the following projects, listed by state:

Kansas – Received RMEF 2009 grants totaling $15,250. Projects include reducing depredation on private land by managing about 200 forage plots covering 750 acres for elk and other wildlife at Fort Riley military reservation in Riley County; enhancing riparian habitat by treating noxious weeds and planting cottonwood, willow and native shrubs on 777 acres at Cimarron National Grasslands in Morton County; and sponsoring Becoming an Outdoors-Woman workshops statewide, Big Brothers Big Sisters Pass It On Outdoor Mentors programs statewide, and Ninnescah Valley Archery Club youth education programs in Pratt County. RMEF partners include the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and other conservation groups.

Nebraska – Received RMEF 2009 grants totaling $8,075. Projects include developing methodology for aerial elk surveys in the western panhandle of Nebraska including Dawes and Box Butte counties; and funding two scholarships for wildlife conservation students at Chadron State College. RMEF partners include the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.

Oklahoma – Received RMEF 2009 grants totaling $8,018. Projects include creating forage openings for elk, rejuvenating water impoundments and maintaining firebreaks at Spavinaw Wildlife Management Area in Delaware and Mayes counties; and enhancing forage for elk and other wildlife by prescribe burning 8,195 acres at Pushmataha Wildlife Management Area in Pushmataha County. RMEF partners include the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and other conservation groups.

Since 1984 in these three states, the Elk Foundation and its partners have completed 155 conservation and education projects with a value of more than $9.8 million.

Insight Technology Sponsors Night Match at Day-Night-Day

LONDONDERRY, NH (October, 2009) Insight Technology, the world’s leading provider of tactical lasers, illuminators and thermal imaging equipment, will be the title sponsor of the evening portion of the Day-Night-Day match being held December 12-13 at The Range in Oxford, N.C.

The Day-Night-Day match is comprised of three separate events and competitors compete in one, two or all three events. The Insight Technology Night Championship will be held on the evening of Saturday, December 12 and limited to 80 shooters.

“We’re excited to be the premier sponsor of the Insight Technology Night Championship – the night portion of the match. For more than 20 years Insight has been making products to help the warfighter, law enforcement officer and responsible citizen dominate the darkness, and now we add the competition shooter to that list,” said Paul Erhardt of Insight Technology.

During the Insight Technology Night Championship competitors will negotiate six challenging courses of fire under the low light conditions of the winter evening sky. Insight products will be incorporated into the match giving competitors the opportunity to test the equipment under the stressful conditions of real world scenarios.

“Our night match is one of the few true low light outdoor matches in the country making it a big draw for serious handgun competitors, bringing in shooters from the IDPA, USPSA and ICORE disciplines. The night match is approaching its 20th anniversary and we’re proud to have Insight Technology joining as our title sponsor. We expect this year’s match to be the best ever,” said Scott Ruby, sponsor coordinator for the Day-Night-Day match.

The Range is widely regarded in the competition community for the quality of its matches and challenging course designs. It is also home to the Carolina Cup, one of the three major matches on the IDPA circuit.

More than 18,000 rounds will be put downrange across all three matches as competitors compete for titles in two divisions – Weapon Mounted Lights or Handheld Lights.

For more information on the Insight Technology Night Championship and the Day-Night-Day matches please visit www.the-range.com. For information on Insight Technology’s full line of tactical lasers, illuminators and thermal imaging equipment, visit www.InsightTechGear.com.

New Pipeline Delivers Water to Arizona Elk Country

MISSOULA, Mont.? Elk and other wildlife on the parched Arizona landscape now have six new, reliable watering sources thanks to a landmark pipeline project spearheaded by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

The partly buried 1½-inch pipe, 12 miles long, delivers useable wastewater from the City of Tusayan to areas south of the Grand Canyon?Arizona?s famous Unit 9 hunting area.

As part of this project, seven stand-alone water catchments also were built in the area.

The Elk Foundation expended $348,000 on this project using contributions from donors, proceeds from Arizona hunting permit raffles and grants from RMEF banquets and other fundraisers across the state. The Arizona Game and Fish Department provided $520,000. Other groups supported the project with volunteer labor and in-kind services.

Across the Southwest, water often is the missing ingredient for healthy habitat. In an average year, conservation agencies and organizations in Arizona annually spend over $100,000 hauling water into elk country. Severe drought can drive expenses way up.

?It took six years to design, facilitate and build this pipeline system but the valves are now open and water is flowing. From now on, in all but the most extreme drought years, we shouldn?t have to haul water into this region,? said Clair Harris, an RMEF member from Flagstaff, Ariz., who helped organize volunteer labor for the project.

Harris said more than 100 volunteers from every RMEF chapter in Arizona helped build the pipeline and catchments.

Over the years, RMEF funds and volunteers have been involved in the construction or renovation of over 30 watering sources across Unit 9. With the new additions, biologists agree the area now has a good minimum supply of water.

?Wildlife in this area is absolutely tied to these water developments and the new pipeline provides an efficient, reliable distribution system that will be beneficial for many species including elk, deer and other big game,? said John Goodwin, habitat specialist with the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Goodwin said the pipeline is supplied from a runoff pond at the Tusayan water treatment plant, supplemented with reclaimed effluent, snowmelt and rain. The pond is heavily used by local wildlife. A pump moves surplus water through high-density plastic pipe that won?t crush beneath vehicles, break from freezing or degrade in sunlight. The line is buried where soils are deep and runs along the surface where the ground is rocky. Water flows into six strategically located, fiberglass storage tanks averaging about 7,000 gallons each. Each tank is then connected to an auto-fill drinking device accessible to wildlife.

Stand-alone catchments are designed to collect rain and snowmelt on site, store water in 20,000-gallon holding tanks, and dispense water into drinkers.

The Kaibab National Forest approved the project after lengthy environmental analyses.

Goodwin credited the Elk Foundation and especially Harris as ?a tremendous asset for coordinating progress on the ground and rallying volunteer labor so the project didn?t have to rely on contractors or paid employees.?

Win a Dream Archery Bear Hunt with Tom Nelson

Dead Down Wind is giving one lucky hunter the chance to win a trip with Tom!

Pleasant Valley, MO – Dead Down Wind®, an industry leader in scent prevention, announced that one lucky bowhunter will get the opportunity to participate in an archery-only bear hunt with television personality and host of Dead Down Wind American Archer, Tom Nelson.

“This is a great chance for any avid hunter to experience the thrill of hunting Canadian bear with a bow and one of the best Canadian outfitters, Rob Nye” commented Tom.

To register go to www.deaddownwind.com. No purchase is necessary but contestants must be eligible for international Canadian travel. This includes a passport and no felonies (DUI included). The non-negotiable dates for this trip-of-a-lifetime are June 15th through the 22nd, 2010.

This is truly a trip of the lifetime!”. Stated Gary Reed of Dead Down Wind. “Most archers have never had the chance to bear hunt or hunt outside the US. Rob Nye, and Tom have hunted together for years. One of the reasons Tom selected this particular hunt and outfitter is the extremely high success rate with an excellent chance of arrowing a Pope and Young bear. Whoever wins will be in great hands with Tom and Rob.”

The hunt will be hosted by Tom Nelson of American Archer, and Rob Nye from Rob Nye Wilderness Adventures (http://bowsite.com/robnye/). The first flight will go to Saskatoon and from there Tom and the winner will fly to Stony Rapids, Saskatchewan. To register or for complete details visit www.deaddownwind.com and click on the Register To Win graphic with Tom Nelson’s photo.

Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures Signs Meng & Associates

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — One of the industry’s premier outdoor production companies, Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures announces it has selected Meng & Associates Inc. of Austin, Texas, for public relations and marketing support in promoting its productions and building awareness for important wildlife and hunting issues.

Warren is the host and executive producer of The High Road and Deer & Wildlife Stories, both highly acclaimed television shows on The Pursuit Channel.

“My mission is to unify sportsmen no matter how they hunt, what they hunt or where they hunt, and Meng & Associates will help us to get the message out that hunters can become the next endangered species if we don’t pull together to support the industry,” says Keith Warren, executive producer of Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures. “Meng & Associates has a strong track record and are staunch advocates for wildlife and habitat management issues. In the coming year, we are going to be working hard to reach more sportsmen and build more unity across the country.”

Currently, Keith Warren’s Deer & Wildlife Stories airs on the Outdoor Channel three times every week — Tuesdays at 9 a.m., Fridays at 2 a.m. and Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. Beginning in 2010, Deer & Wildlife Stories will air three times a week on The Pursuit Channel (Direct TV 608), Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 12 a.m. The High Road will also air three times a week, Friday at 12 a.m., Sunday at 11 a.m. and Sunday at 8:30 p.m. All times are EST.

Specializing in brand building and public relations, Meng & Associates is a full-service marketing firm that has built strong relationships in the outdoors industries. As a part of that service, Meng & Associates founded the The Hunting Wire (www.TheHuntingWire.com), the industry’s only on-line news service entirely dedicated to hunting and hunting-related businesses.

“We’re very excited about our new relationship with Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures,” says John Meng, president of Meng & Associates. “Keith is one of the most respected talents in the industry and his passion for wildlife, conservation and the hunting industry sets an example for all of us. It’s a sincere privilege for us to work with him.”

To learn more about the Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures and the television programs — The High Road and Deer & Wildlife Stories — visit www.KeithWarren.net or call 830.625.3474.

Based in New Braunfels, Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures produces The High Road and Deer & Wildlife Stories programs, airing on The Pursuit Channel. Keith Warren productions are designed to encourage others to become actively involved in the outdoors as the ultimate conservationists and stewards of the land. For more information on Keith Warren Outdoor Adventures, call 830.625.3474 or visit www.KeithWarren.net.

Roger Raglin Brings All-New Programming to Pursuit in 2010

LUVERNE, Ala. – The Pursuit Channel proudly announces the addition of award-winning outdoor TV producer Roger Raglin to the 2010 lineup.

An over 20-year veteran of outdoors television, Raglin will be bringing a brand new hunting show to Pursuit. “My goal is to produce a show that’s entertaining, informative and easy to watch,” said Raglin. “I think the Pursuit Channel is lining up the right folks to make this network a network sportsmen can’t wait to watch. With the addition of Mossy Oak, Hank Parker, Keith Warren, and others, I’m thrilled they’ve invited me to join this elite group of outdoor giants.”

Pursuit has recently welcomed a wealth of leading producers to a dramatically upgraded 2010 lineup. Mossy Oak recently announced its commitment of resources to branded, destination blocks of programming, anchored by their award-winning, popular programs. Leading producers including Hank Parker, Keith Warren, the NWTF, QDMA and many others have also committed to Pursuit.

Rusty Faulk, CEO of Pursuit network said, “We couldn’t be more excited to have Roger join the Pursuit team. Not only is he an outdoor icon he also brings good wholesome entertainment that the entire family can watch, ethical and safe hunting practices and professional production value. He’ll be a great fit here.”

“Roger has been in outdoor television longer than me, and that’s really saying something,” said Ronnie “Cuz” Strickland with Mossy Oak Productions. “I’m anxious to see what he is going to deliver to Pursuit next year. I’m just excited to see all these great producers joining us on the Pursuit Channel, a network that is producer friendly and focused on 100-percent hunting and fishing programming.”

Look for Roger Raglin’s new show 3rd quarter of 2010. For information on how you can get Pursuit Channel in your home, call 334-33… or go online to www.pursuitchannel.com.

National Wild Turkey Federation Brings Programming to Pursuit in 2010

LUVERNE, Ala. – The Pursuit Channel proudly announces the addition of the NWTF’s two highly acclaimed programs “Turkey Call” and “Get in the Game” to the rapidly expanding 2010 line-up.

With its over 400,000 members and volunteers, the NWTF is a shining example of how passion for turkeys and a focus on conservation can impact the hunting lifestyle. Through an astounding variety of efforts, from restocking and securing habitat to expanding the number of hunters in the woods, the NWTF is to be congratulated for it’s over 35 years of service to the outdoor lifestyle.

“Turkey Call” and “Get in the Game” are two top level programs that allow NWTF members and turkey enthusiasts everywhere to share hunts with the NWTF and learn more about how to make their own turkey hunts more successful.

The NWTF’s move to Pursuit is the latest in an increasingly impressive list of producers who have chosen Pursuit as the home for their programming. Last month Mossy Oak announced its commitment of resources to branded, destination blocks of programming, anchored by their award-winning, popular programs. Leading producers including Hank Parker, Keith Warren and many others have also committed to Pursuit.

“We’re excited to join our friends at Mossy Oak by making the move to Pursuit Channel,” said George Thornton, NWTF CEO. “Pursuit is an up-and-coming outdoor network with a ton of potential and they’re happy to spread the word about our volunteers’ top-notch efforts in promoting conservation and the hunting tradition.”

Founder and CEO of Mossy Oak, Toxey Haas added, “It is with humble gratitude and genuine enthusiasm that the Mossy Oak team welcomes the National Wild Turkey Federation to our branded conservation block programming for 2010 on the Pursuit network. Not only is wildlife conservation the bedrock of our brand’s foundation, turkeys are our first love. The NWTF has been the longest running partner of the Mossy Oak brand, and this signals our accelerated commitment to an organization held in our highest regard, and a wildlife resource we adore.”

Pursuit CEO Rusty Faulk adds, “Sometimes in business, and in life, there are companies and people who stand above the level of role model or mentor and simply come to represent everything we’re about. We promote conservation. The NWTF lives it. We cherish our outdoor tradition. The NWTF embodies it. We’re proud they chose the Pursuit Channel.”

The National Wild turkey Federation’s popular “Turkey Call” and “Get in the Game” shows will begin airing on Pursuit in 2010.

For information on how you can get Pursuit Channel in your home, call 334-335-6926 or go online to www.pursuitchannel.com.

Skinny Moose Media Launches Newsletter “The Skinny”

August 18, 2009 – Skinny Moose Media launched its weekly newsletter ‘The Skinny’ on Tuesday as a new medium to inform the public in regards to industry news, new products, and special deals. With a handful of informed bloggers, Skinny Moose Media will be turning to their writers for help. “Our writers are always posting about the latest news and the newsletter will not only keep people informed but will assist in promoting our individual bloggers in the Network,” Steve Remington, President of the media company, said.

The newsletter has a strong concentration in the outdoor and recreational industry, especially hunting, fishing, shooting, and conservative politics but the Network is expanding their Internet presence every day. Signing up is simple. Browse to skinnymoose.com and fill in your name and email address in the form.

Pursuit Announces Addition of Hank Parker to 2010 Programming

LUVERNE, AL. – Professional bass tournament legend and outdoor icon Hank Parker announced a new media alliance today as he and the Hank Parker family of outdoor businesses and media properties committed to place a number of their television products with the Pursuit Channel in 2010. His fishing program will anchor a solid and entertaining lineup of well-known fishing programs during a branded prime time night as well as additional hunting shows centered on him and his boys Hank Jr., and Billy “Catfish” Parker.

“After looking over the landscape and thinking about my family’s future in the outdoor industry, I firmly believe Pursuit is the way to go for those of us in the television game long term,” Parker said. “Pursuit is committed to being friendly and affordable to the producer, to the manufacturers, and to the viewers as well, while reaching more actual outdoorsmen’s living rooms than any other pure hunting and fishing network.”

Parker said the business plan on which Pursuit is founded, combined with the true outdoorsmen at the heart of the network, made the move an obvious call.

“Their growth plan is aggressive,” he said, “but it won’t break the bank for us producers. In fact, it will put our shows in front of more men, women, children, and families than ever who live and love the outdoor lifestyle, all on a budget we can afford.”

Parker’s move comes on the heels of a similar announcement made by Mossy Oak earlier this month, when the company committed their resources to branded, destination blocks of programming, anchored by their award-winning, popular programs.

“After visiting with the folks at Pursuit and understanding their vision for the future, my boys and I could see they live and practice what they preach,” Parker said. “There is no big me and little you. There is no lesser species. It is all about the love of the American outdoors. All you have to do to be a part of this fraternity is to love and appreciate the American outdoors and hold it in the rightful respect.”

Rusty Faulk, CEO of Pursuit network added, “It is with great pleasure and excitement that we welcome Hank to our family of hard-working and dedicated producers for next year. He is not only one of the longest running success stories on outdoor TV, he is also the exemplary model of the family-centered, Christian outdoorsman. He clearly understands the outdoor television and network business as well as the responsibility we all collectively hold to an industry and lifestyle we love dearly.”

Look for Hank and his boys to begin airing on Pursuit beginning in 2010.

For information on how you can get Pursuit Channel in your home, call 334-335-6926 or go online to www.pursuitchannel.com.

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