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Monday, November 2, 2026  ■  Television

Don't Miss the "MeatEater Prime Cuts" Block Every Saturday Night on Outdoor Channel

Live the MeatEater Field-to-Table Lifestyle Every Saturday, Starting at 6 p.m. ET

Outdoor Channel, Presented by Tractor Supply Co., proudly dedicates its Saturday "Prime Cuts" block (6:00-9:00 p.m. ET) to the MeatEater franchise in all its ingenious and intrepid variety, starting with Rinella's Field Notes (6:00 p.m. ET), where Steven Rinella recounts some of his all-time best outdoor adventures, then on the program that got it all started, MeatEater (6:30 p.m. ET), Rinella and crew seek out unbelievable hunting, fishing and outdoor adventures in spectacular, remote settings that result in healthy, truly wild-sourced meals never to be forgotten. Then it's back-to-back cinematic film presentations with MeatEater's 12 in 26 (7:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. ET), taking the franchise's already epic reputation for storytelling to new heights by focusing on a single hunting, fishing or adventure trip – capturing and sharing that one incredibly powerful outdoor experience each month. MeatEater has redefined outdoor TV with captivating productions that take fair chase hunting and fishing adventures, wild foods, and the conservation ethic to new heights while inspiring viewers to enrich their own outdoor lifestyles, and it's all here on the "MeatEater Prime Cuts" block every Saturday evening starting at 6:00 p.m. ET.

The following shows are part of the regular "Saturday MeatEater Prime Cuts" block:

Rinella's Field Notes – 6:00 p.m. ET: Host Steven Rinella takes viewers behind the scenes of some of MeatEater's most unforgettable hunts, offering a raw, unfiltered look at the moments that didn't make the final cut, and the moments that will never be forgotten. From epic stalks and close calls to lessons learned in the field, this series goes deeper into the stories behind the footage. In this month's first episode, "Steve's Alaska Moose Hunts," Rinella relives his most memorable moose-hunting moments from past seasons of MeatEater.

Don't miss the premiere ofMeatEater's Season 14 on November 14 at 6:00 p.m. ET.

MeatEater – 6:30 p.m. ET: Hunter, author, cook and conservationist Steven Rinella treks into the world's most remote and ruggedly beautiful regions, bringing game meat from field to table. In this week's show, "Louisiana Spearfishing," Rinella joins Ronnie Collins and Greg Fonts in search of one of the strongest-fighting and best-tasting fish on the reef – Amberjack.

MeatEater's 12 in 26 – 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. ET: Twelve premieres in 2026 – one bold trip, one real story, every month. For the "MeatEater's 12 in 26" series the crew is dropping their top hunting and fishing trips and far-flung adventures from the field this year. From experiencing Coastal Alaska to tracking wolves in Yellowstone, these aren't highlight reels, they're full, honest episodes that put viewers in the field with the MeatEater Crew. This week's first episode, "Mules and Hounds – Hunting Lions with Legends," features Clay Newcomb teaming up to hunt Utah lions with houndsmen McLain and Hunter Mecham, and mule trainer extraordinaire Ty Evans. In these week's second show, "Southeast Alaska Boat-Based Bears," Clay and Bear Newcomb climb aboard David Benitz's boat, The Sandpiper, to hunt giant Coastal Alaska black bears with bow and rifle.

Plus, don't miss this month's "Guns & Ammo Showcase," Presented by Brownells, and in Partnership with FN, Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Springfield Armory, Viridian, and Shield Sights, premiering Wednesday, November 25 at 7:00 p.m. ET. The 4th annual "Guns & Ammo Showcase," hosted by Guns & Ammo Rifle & Optics Editor Tom Beckstrand and Field Editor Brad Fitzpatrick, gives viewers a first-hand look at some of the firearms industry's best new technology and best new deals just in time for the holidays!

Viewers also can tune in to the "Guns & Ammo Showcase" at the following times: 11/25 at 7:00 p.m; 11/25 at 3:00 x.m.; 12/1 at 11:00 a.m.; 12/2 at 7:00 p.m.; 12/2 at 11:00 p.m.; 12/2 at 3:00 x.m. and 12/8 at 11:00 a.m. ET.

About Outdoor Channel: Outdoor Channel has been taking viewers across America and around the world on unparalleled adventures since 1994. Dedicated to the outdoor lifestyle and conservation, the independent cable network is a division of Outdoor Sportsman Group and is a key player in providing a complete spectrum of riveting hunting, fishing, shooting, and adventure entertainment. Outdoor Channel is also part of the expanded offerings that include the newly launched GAME & FISH TV, a Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel delivering premium outdoor lifestyle content. Outdoor Channel maintains the largest outdoor TV footprint in the country and is available in more than 50 countries internationally. For program times and other information, visit www.outdoorchannel.com. Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.