09-13-2013, 09:08 PM
[#0000FF]The problem is that the shows are aimed at the broad audience...well, the guys too. I suspect the vast majority of viewers are on the upside of the learning curve and still enjoy seeing the constant catching of fish. Gives them hope.
The shows I enjoy most spend more time on the actual lures, baits and rigging...with some discussion of lines, hooks, knots and other terminal stuff. But I would guess that a lot of that is lost on folks who have one "fishin' pole" and a small tackle box. Showing them how to tie a Palomar knot instead of their triple overhand knot is often just boring and confusing.
In Fisherman and a few other shows break their programs up into sections...to address a wider range of fishing topics. I watch some but not others.
It would be nice to be able to tune in to programs that are specific to your area and your favorite species. We have a couple of those in Utah with Adam Eakle and Gary Winterton. But they also mix in a lot of hunting, back country stuff and other topics that don't have a lot of appeal to anglers only.
It is also tough to run a series of programs on only one water...or one species. A small segment of the viewing audience might like your choices but without the wide appeal they would not be able to sell enough advertising or sponsorships to keep the programs on the air.
Just look at the cross-section of anglers who post on this one forum. We have guys and gals that are very focused on one small aspect of fishing and it would be tough to keep 'em all interested in a program or series on other topics.
That being said, I think most anglers are attracted to programs that feature new products and new ideas. So, whatever program you come up with you can have a segment that shows off what's new and exciting.
Another thing...I think it is okay to provide current fishing info...as long as it does not degrade to "hotspotting". Some tackle outlets and fishing programs give out TMI. Sure, they feel an obligation to their customers to help get them into fish. But giving directions to a water that doesn't need more attention and then all the 411 on baits and lures...well, there has to be a line somewhere.
That's my rant.
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The shows I enjoy most spend more time on the actual lures, baits and rigging...with some discussion of lines, hooks, knots and other terminal stuff. But I would guess that a lot of that is lost on folks who have one "fishin' pole" and a small tackle box. Showing them how to tie a Palomar knot instead of their triple overhand knot is often just boring and confusing.
In Fisherman and a few other shows break their programs up into sections...to address a wider range of fishing topics. I watch some but not others.
It would be nice to be able to tune in to programs that are specific to your area and your favorite species. We have a couple of those in Utah with Adam Eakle and Gary Winterton. But they also mix in a lot of hunting, back country stuff and other topics that don't have a lot of appeal to anglers only.
It is also tough to run a series of programs on only one water...or one species. A small segment of the viewing audience might like your choices but without the wide appeal they would not be able to sell enough advertising or sponsorships to keep the programs on the air.
Just look at the cross-section of anglers who post on this one forum. We have guys and gals that are very focused on one small aspect of fishing and it would be tough to keep 'em all interested in a program or series on other topics.
That being said, I think most anglers are attracted to programs that feature new products and new ideas. So, whatever program you come up with you can have a segment that shows off what's new and exciting.
Another thing...I think it is okay to provide current fishing info...as long as it does not degrade to "hotspotting". Some tackle outlets and fishing programs give out TMI. Sure, they feel an obligation to their customers to help get them into fish. But giving directions to a water that doesn't need more attention and then all the 411 on baits and lures...well, there has to be a line somewhere.
That's my rant.
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