Seasons Change but the Passion Remains on ‘Winchester Deadly Passion,’ Airing Sunday Mornings on Sportsman Channel

DENVER CO (October 8, 2026) - Winchester Deadly Passion continues Season 15 on Sportsman Channel with new episodes every Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. ET. This season of the award-winning program hosted by fan-favorite Melissa Bachman promises some of the best hunting action in its history. The universally respected and beloved host, now joined by husband and co-host Ben Bearshield and family, travels widely to hunt and works harder than ever to share her passion for the outdoors, the thrill of far-flung adventure, and the techniques, skills and tactics that will help viewers make the most of their own days afield. In every episode of Winchester Deadly Passion, Bachman pays homage to those who first mentored her by doing her best to both inspire and educate the next generation of hunters. Regardless of what game she's pursuing and whether she's carrying a bow, rifle or shotgun, you can bet that Bachman's effort will be unwavering and her aim will be true. Be sure to tune in to Sportsman Channel every Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. ET for the latest episode of Winchester Deadly Passion.

This quarter of Season 15 on Winchester Deadly Passion began with Melissa Bachman's unforgettable close encounter on "Yukon Wilderness Moose." It was Ben Bearshield's turn next, and he took aim at a big brown bull of his own in "Yukon Archery Moose." The TV week of October 12, Melissa joins the Winchester Team at iconic NILO Farms in southern Illinois to put some new ammo to the test in "Magnum Pheasant." Week 4 has Melissa hunting whitetail bucks in Big Sky Country and experiencing nonstop rut action in "Rattle 'Em Up." The next two episodes have Melissa and Ben spotting and stalking monster mule deer in Alberta, and Melissa takes one of her best bucks ever in "Alberta Back to Back." During Week 7, Melissa returns to Iowa and proves that the third time is the charm. On Week 8's "Sturgeon Family Fishing," Ben and son Jax share the fishing trip of a lifetime with lucky SCI auction winners. Following return trips to Yukon and Alberta, Week 12 is dedicated to Melissa's sidekick and best hunting buddy, her Boston Terrier, "Pork Chop." Lastly, the season concludes with the aptly titled, "Best Of Season 15," and viewers won't want to miss a single moment of this memorable season.

Tune in to Winchester Deadly Passion on Sportsman Channel every Sunday at 11:30 a.m. ET. Additionally, you can watch new episodes of Season 15 on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. ET, Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. ET, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m., Fridays at 9:30 p.m., and don't forget that you can catch up on all 14 past seasons, as well as a variety of other special content on Outdoor Sportsman Group's number one streaming service, MyOutdoorTV.

About Sportsman Channel: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel, Sportsman HD, and Sportsman Channel (Canada) - added in 2019 - are television and digital media networks fully devoted to honoring a lifestyle celebrated by millions of North Americans. A division of Outdoor Sportsman Group, Sportsman Channel is part of a broader offering that now includes GAME & FISH TV, a Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel delivering premium outdoor lifestyle content. Sportsman Channel/Sportsman Channel (Canada) deliver entertaining and informative programming that showcases outdoor adventure, hunting, and fishing, illustrated through unique and authentic storytelling. The networks embrace the attitude of celebrating the Great Outdoors in equal measure. Stay connected to Sportsman Channel online at thesportsmanchannel.com, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. #IAmSportsman.

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