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Call 1-800-DIRECTV and tell them that you want WFN. Petition to get WFN on DirecTV. We're asking for your help to show DirecTV that their customers want to watch WFN, and we've made it easy and rewarding for you to help us. Just fill out the petition form at wfn.tv/DirecTV and you can win a $50 Bass Pro Shops gift card and some WFN gear! |
| WFN To Offer Unprecedented Online & On-Air Coverage Of ICAST
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DENVER, CO - For those who cannot make it to Las Vegas from July 14-16 for ICAST, WFN: World Fishing Network, North America's only 24-hour fishing lifestyle network, is offering a front row seat to the premier event of the sportfishing industry, through its online and on-air multimedia platform. WFN will offer unprecedented online and on-air coverage of ICAST, highlighting the newest in fishing products, latest trends and interviews with key members of the angling community. A WFN News Online crew will be on-site at ICAST providing hourly updates from July 14-16 at www.wfn.tv/icast. Coverage begins the evening of July 13th previewing the New Product Showcase (the latest in new fishing gear and accessories) followed by product reviews, Chairman's Industry Awards for Best of Show and interviews with key figures in fishing. In addition to video interviews, news reports and features, the site will also offer blogs, stories and photos throughout the show, allowing the average angler a backstage pass to the future of fishing. |
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Less than a week after the show, WFN News, the world's first weekly news program reporting on the stories and events that shape the fishing industry, will premier an ICAST special on Tuesday, July 20 @ 7:30 pm ET. Guest-hosted by WFN's Mark Melnyk and pro angling insider fishing pro Mike Auten, the special will recap the highlights of ICAST 2010, including the Best in Show Awards, interviews with ASA's Mike Nussman and the International Game Fish Association's Mike Myatt. "WFN is bringing ICAST to life for millions of recreational anglers across North America," said Corey Russell, VP, Programming, WFN. "Through our unmatched multimedia platform online and on-air, anglers will be brought front and center to see first-hand what goes on at this all important annual event." Hosted by the American Sportfishing Association's (ASA), ICAST is the world's largest sportfishing trade show and the cornerstone of the fishing industry. More than 7,000 people representing 63 countries attend annually. |
| Contest winners hit the water with Luke Scott
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Over the past two weeks, Luke Scott has been on of MLB's hottest hitters batting .421 (16-38) with 3 HR, 6 RBI and 9 runs in his last 10 games. His hot streak continued during the team's off-day (May 24) on the Chesapeake when he caught the biggest fish of the day - a 10-lb, 28-inch Rockfish. Scott hit the water with Greg Shute of Annapolis, MD, and his 9-year-old son Brennan, winners of the "WFN: World Fishing Network Fish with Luke Scott Contest." They also won a $1000 and the chance for their experience to be shared with anglers worldwide on a WFN: World Fishing Network show. |
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The group was hosted by Captain Jerry Judge of Buckhammer Fishing of Annapolis aboard the McKenna Jane II. |
| Bay Area Residents Meet and Greet Roger Craig
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Super Bowl Champ Partners with WFN: World Fishing Network for Promotion San Francisco, California - Several hundred fans showed up at Hi's Tackle Box in South San Francisco to meet and greet a true Bay Area sports hero - Roger Craig. Fans, decked out in San Francisco 49ers apparel, attended the autograph signing event sponsored by WFN: World Fishing Network, the nation's only 24/7 fishing lifestyle television network.  Craig, who spent eleven years in the National Football League looking for the end zone, has partnered with WFN, and both are now looking for one lucky person to take fishing as part of a WFN Bay Area promotion. With the promotion, WFN launched www.wfnbayarea.com, a web site specifically dedicated to fishing in the Bay Area. "It's always great to have the opportunity to meet the people who supported me throughout my football career," says Craig. "The Bay Area is a great sports town, but our residents also love getting out on the water and fishing, and I'm looking forward to a great day of fishing with our contest winner," added Craig.  Craig, a three-time Super Bowl Champion and four-time Pro Bowler with the 49ers, will pick one lucky angler who will win the "fishing trip of a lifetime" with Craig, hitting one of the Bay Area's best fisheries. The winner and Craig will have their fishing adventure covered by a WFN crew, and it will air on the network, giving the lucky winner a rare chance to appear on national television. The grand prize also includes $1,000 in cash and WFN merchandise. The promotion ends on May 31, 2010. |
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Bay Area fans are encouraged to visit www.wfnbayarea.com to enter for their chance to win, answering the question "Why is everyday a great day for fishing?" The site features articles about gear and tackle, and fishing tips from local charter captains and fishing guides. Fans can also upload their own trophy photos. "I hope to introduce my son to fishing in the near future, and having a resource like WFN locally sure would be great in getting him interested," says Mark Gadduang of San Bruno, who attended the autograph signing with his son, Calel, age six. "Roger Craig is one of the all-time greats, and deserves a place in the NFL Hall of Fame. He helped mold what many fans consider today's typical running back - a leader on and off the field, who could block, receive and run," says Gadduang.  "The Bay Area is one of the nation's top fishing markets and the demand for WFN is huge -which is why we decided to launch a major promotional initiative here," said Mark Rubinstein, President & CEO of WFN. "The diversity of fisheries in the Bay Area is what is so compelling, with tremendous saltwater fishing that includes inshore, offshore, bay, pier and surf fishing, rivers and streams with trout and salmon, and one of the nation's leading largemouth bass fisheries in the Sacramento Delta," says Rubinstein. WFN's high definition channel, WFN HD, is available in the Bay Area on DISH Network (channel 394), AT&T U-verse (channel 1679) and Verizon FioS (channel 317 and 597 for HD). WFN is available nationally on satellite TV provider DISH Network, AT&T U-verse, Charter Communications and Verizon Fios, among other distributors. |
| Greg Shute Wins Fish With Luke Scott Contest
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DENVER, CO. - WFN: World Fishing Network, North America's only 24-hour fishing lifestyle network, today announced that Greg Shute, and his 9-year-old son, Brennan, of Annapolis, MD, have won the Network's "Win a Fishing Trip With Luke Scott" promotion. As the winners, Greg and Brennan will spend Monday, May 24, whetting lines along the Chesapeake with ardent angler and Baltimore MLB star Luke Scott. The grand prize also includes a $1,000 cash prize and WFN merchandise. "Three of my passions are family, fishing and baseball," said Shute. "This will be a unique opportunity to bring all three together for an unforgettable day for me and my son." The mission of the WFN contest was to locate the Chesapeake's most passionate angler. Entrants had to tell WFN and Scott in 200 words or less why every day is a great day for fishing. Here's an excerpt from Shute's winning response: "Fishing gives me chance to enjoy our beautiful natural resources that God created for us. It is also a life-long hobby that I can enjoy with my son. No other sport or recreation gives the time to know your kids and talk about the wonders of the world." Click here to view Greg's entry. In addition to being one of baseball's most feared sluggers, Scott is also a passionate outdoorsman. He and his brother learned to fish from their father and their passion for the pastime has not waned one bit. Unfortunately, baseball season overlaps with prime fishing time in Maryland and despite being a member of the O's since 2008, he has yet to fish the Chesapeake Bay. "Being out on the water and enjoying the peace and quiet of the outdoors is very relaxing," said Scott. "Some of my fondest memories have been on fishing trips- telling stories and being with the family. I can't wait to finally get out on the famed Chesapeake with Greg and Brennan to talk baseball and fishing." |
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"The Chesapeake is one of the nation's top fishing areas and the demand for WFN is huge-which is why we launched this major promotional initiative here," said Mark Rubinstein, President & CEO of WFN. "Spending the day on the water with Luke Scott, an avid angler and major league ballplayer is surely a fish tale that will last a lifetime." WFN's high definition channel, WFN HD, is available in the Chesapeake area on DISH Network (channel 394), Verizon FiOS (channel 594) and AT&T U-verse (channel 1679). Verizon FiOS also carries WFN SD on channel 317. 5 Questions with Greg Shute After contacting Greg Shute about his win, WFN asked him a few more questions about fishing and the contest. Here are his responses: 1. How did you feel when you won? Were you surprised? I am excited and thrilled to death! I didn't think I had a chance at all to win. 2. Do you have one burning question to ask Luke Scott? I don't have one question for him. However I look forward to hearing about his experiences as a pro ball player and finding out more about his passions for the outdoors. 3. What do you love about fishing in the Chesapeake area? There are world-class fishing opportunities in my own backyard and the beauty of the bay is astonishing! 4. What is your favorite species to fish for and why? Striped Bass (rockfish). They are one of the worlds most sought after fish and found in abundance in the Chesapeake Bay. There are also many productive methods of fishing to catch them adding to the sportingness of the recreation. You never know when you may catch a personal record sized fish. 5. Who do you think will catch more fish, you or Luke Scott? Neither, my 9 year old son will out fish us both. The power of a kid with a fishing rod should never be underestimated! |
| Profile - Captain Callie - the Eleutheran Legend
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WFN's Reel Road Trip hits the water with Eleutheran legend Captain Calvin 'Callie' Jolly in the Bahamas. Join Mark and the captain go out on the water to catch some big ones without the assistance of any modern electronics. For more videos and information visit www.wfn.tv/reelroadtrip |
| Hookin' Up in Tampa Bay
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Tampa fishing experts Joe Mercurio and Capt. Rob Gorta talk about the species available in Tampa Bay, and what gear to use in order to catch them. For more videos and information visit www.wfn.tv/hookinup |
| Reel Road Trip - Tuna Hunter
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We talk with Capt. Gary Cannell about the state of the tuna fishing industry while catching and tagging tuna off the east coast. For more info and videos visit http://www.wfn.tv/reelroadtrip |
| WFN - Fishing Happens Here
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WFN's new advertising campaign has been running for over a month now. The commercial advertisements highlight the daily happenings of WFN's newest employee in a fish-crazed office environment. Below are the first 3 advertisements in this new series. First Impressions Tom's first day at WFN didn't start off like he had planned. The Tour |
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Mariko Izumi takes Tom on a tour of the WFN office. My Spot Tom learns about respecting other people's spot at the WFN office. |
