Outdoor Channel Announces Second Quarter Programming Schedule

"SAVAGE WILD" DEBUTS, ALONG WITH NEW AND RETURNING FAVORITES

TEMECULA, Calif., March 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Outdoor Channel (Nasdaq:
OUTD), America's leader in Outdoor TV, today announced its programming
schedule for the second quarter of 2009. New original series and season debuts
of returning favorites highlight the network's appeal for its growing
viewership base of outdoor enthusiasts. Anchored by the debut of its new
original series, "Savage Wild," Outdoor Channel's spring programming lineup
promises an extra dose of adventure.

Outdoor Channel's new programming is also available across multiple platforms
including high definition, video-on-demand, and on its dynamic broadband Web
site, http://www.outdoorchannel.com/, which includes an extensive video
library and an interactive community section.

"This season's programming schedule demonstrates our ongoing commitment to
provide viewers with more original outdoor programs than any other outdoor
network," said Tom Hornish, COO, Outdoor Channel. "Staying true to our mission
of delivering a full spectrum of compelling outdoor programming is paramount
to Outdoor Channel. We're adding innovative new original series like 'Savage
Wild' and new episodes from our most popular returning series, giving viewers
what they want when they want it."

Original Series and Season Debuts Putting Spring in Outdoor Channel's Step:

Savage Wild - Saturdays at 5 p.m. ET
Premiering Saturday, April 4 at 5 p.m., "Savage Wild" re-introduces the
Cuban-born Manny Puig, stunt expert of "Jackass" fame, to the network. Puig
takes new risks at every turn, navigating the dangers of wildlife while
shunning the luxury of technology as well as modern protections and safety
devices. Preferring to fight the primal battle between man and the elements
alone, Manny opts for basic tools, like his trusty hand and spear, upping the
stakes and heightening the excitement that is "Savage Wild."

Adventure Guides - Fridays at 8 p.m. ET
Premiering on Friday, April 3 at 8 p.m. as part of the Outdoor Channel's
Fishing Friday block, "Adventure Guides" captures the daily endeavors and
triumphs of fishing guides leading fly, bass and salt fisherman to their
respective watering holes. This reality series follows its principals across
the globe, delving into the ins and outs of their lifestyles, clientele,
professional techniques and interactions with fellow "Adventure Guides."

Archer's Choice - Sundays at Noon ET
"North America's Favorite Hunting Couple," Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo, host
"Archer's Choice," which premieres this season on Sunday, April 5 at 12 p.m.
Winner of Outdoor Channel's Golden Moose award for 'Fan Favorite Hunting
Show,' in 2005, "Archer's Choice" continues to inspire greater appreciation
and understanding of bowhunting and hunting for the whole family in the
network's spring programming block.

Step Outside - Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET
Produced in partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundations, "Step
Outside" encourages current outdoor enthusiasts to introduce family, friends
and special guests to traditional outdoor sports. Co-hosted by Doug Painter
and Kelly Gotch, new "Step Outside" episodes premier Wednesday, April 1 at 8
p.m. and will be broadcast during Outdoor Channel's MidwayUSA's Wednesday
Night at the Range programming block.

About Outdoor Channel
Outdoor Channel is America's Leader in Outdoor TV, offering programming that
captures the excitement of hunting, fishing, shooting, off-road motorsports,
adventure and the Western lifestyle. The network can be viewed on multiple
platforms including high definition, video-on-demand, as well as on a dynamic
broadband website. Outdoor Channel is operated by a wholly owned subsidiary of
Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq GM: OUTD). For more information about
Outdoor Channel, please visit www.outdoorchannel.com.

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Tom Hornish, Chief Operating Officer of Outdoor Channel, +1-951-699-6991, ext.
104, thornish@outdoorchannel.com; or Brad Edwards, edwards@braincomm.com or
Nancy Zakhary, nancy@braincomm.com, both of Brainerd Communicators, Inc. for
Outdoor Channel, +1-212-986-6667