06-28-2010, 10:10 PM
DENVER, CO - JUNE 25, 2010 - WFN: World Fishing Network, North America's only 24-hour fishing lifestyle network, today announced that five cable, satellite and telco providers will be offering their customers a free preview of WFN and/or WFN HD during the Network's 24-hour fundraiser to support fishing communities devastated by the Gulf oil spill on June 30, 2010.
To ensure that as many customers as possible can participate in the 24-hour fundraising initiative, thus far, five satellite, cable and telco providers are offering free previews of WFN and/or WFN HD from June 28 to 30. Here's a look at the systems and channel information. Please check www.wfn.tv/demand for additional information.
AT& T U-verse:
Nationally on ch. 1679 (HD)
Comcast:<br />
Michigan (Detroit and Grand Rapids) on ch. 743<br />
Florida (Miami, Ft. Lauderdale & Sarasota) on ch. 747 (SD) and ch. 391 (HD)
Charter Communications:<br />
MN on ch. 407<br />
LA, TN, GA, AL, NC,& SC on ch. 313<br />
MA, CT, VT & NY on ch. 322<br />
WA, CA & OR on ch. 420
DISH Network:<br />
Nationally on ch. 394 (HD) & ch. 390 (SD)
Knology:<br />
Augusta, GA; Charleston, SC; Columbus, GA; Huntsville, AL; Knoxville, TN; Montgomery, AL; Panama City, FL; Pinellas County, FL on ch. 198<br />
Dothan, AL on ch. 98<br />
Rapid City, SD on ch. 91<br />
Sioux Falls, SD Area; Minnesota Area; Storm Lake, IA on ch. 156
WFN News: Fishing Crisis in the Gulf, the Network's special report premieres on June 30 at 8 PM ET and offers additional airings throughout the evening. Co-hosted by WFN News anchor Jim Van Horne and Emmanuel Belliveau, host of WFN Green, the show exposes the economic impact of the disaster on the Gulf region's sportfishing industry, the angling community, and details the massive clean-up efforts. It features insightful conversations with fishing guides and boat captains, who provide first-hand accounts of the toll the spill has had on their lives, their communities and the region. Belliveau also offers viewers perspectives from Gordon Robertson, VP, American Sportfishing Association and Johanna Laderman, Executive Director of the FishAmerica Foundation.
On June 30, the entire day of programming and commercial airtime will support recreational anglers, commercial anglers and environmental groups affected by the Gulf Oil Spill disaster. Throughout the day, WFN will direct viewers to donate to the WFN Fisherman's Fund, (www.wfn.tv/donate) which supports the FishAmerica Foundation's Gulf Fund in support of Gulf Coast restoration efforts, and the Venice Charter Boat and Guide Association.<br />
"We commend these providers for stepping forward to make sure that their viewers are able to support this initiative," said Corey Russell, VP Programming and Production. "Our hope is that this informative 30-minute special, the pleas from dozens of celebrity anglers and Gulf area people affected by the disaster, and our continuing coverage will inspire viewers to help by donating to the WFN Fisherman's Fund."
WFN also provides comprehensive information with a special website at www.wfn.tv/gulf dedicated to covering the crisis from a fishing perspective. Included on the site is a timeline of events, video of news stories, articles from WFN Ambas
ors in the area and more.
About WFN: World Fishing Network<br />
Like millions of anglers across the continent, WFN is committed to supporting important conservation issues and groups that are fighting to preserve North America's waterways and fisheries. WFN is also dedicated to using its resources and powerful media platform to help grow the sport by promoting and championing groups and organizations that are helping to inspire a new generation of anglers to appreciate and respect the world's natural wonders.
WFN: World Fishing Network is the only 24/7 television network dedicated to all segments of fishing with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. WFN's wide-ranging programming lineup includes primetime theme nights, regional bureaus from across the nation, a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel. Featuring popular programs hosted by the world's top anglers, the network also delivers a weekly news program, WFN News, and the schedule includes a variety of exclusive lifestyle shows including Hookin' up with Mariko Izumi. WFN also delivers the beauty of fishing in stunning High Definition with WFN HD, a separate network that delivers 100 percent High Definition programming 24/7.
Originally launched in December 2005, today WFN and WFN HD are available in more than 20 million households through North American cable, satellite and telecommunications distributors. In the U.S., distributors include AT&T U-verse, Charter Communications, Comcast, DISH Network, Verizon FiOS and others. For more information, visit http://www.WFN.TV.
Media Contact<br />
Doug Drotman - WFN (631-462-1198 or doug@drotmanpr.com
To ensure that as many customers as possible can participate in the 24-hour fundraising initiative, thus far, five satellite, cable and telco providers are offering free previews of WFN and/or WFN HD from June 28 to 30. Here's a look at the systems and channel information. Please check www.wfn.tv/demand for additional information.
AT& T U-verse:
Nationally on ch. 1679 (HD)
Comcast:<br />
Michigan (Detroit and Grand Rapids) on ch. 743<br />
Florida (Miami, Ft. Lauderdale & Sarasota) on ch. 747 (SD) and ch. 391 (HD)
Charter Communications:<br />
MN on ch. 407<br />
LA, TN, GA, AL, NC,& SC on ch. 313<br />
MA, CT, VT & NY on ch. 322<br />
WA, CA & OR on ch. 420
DISH Network:<br />
Nationally on ch. 394 (HD) & ch. 390 (SD)
Knology:<br />
Augusta, GA; Charleston, SC; Columbus, GA; Huntsville, AL; Knoxville, TN; Montgomery, AL; Panama City, FL; Pinellas County, FL on ch. 198<br />
Dothan, AL on ch. 98<br />
Rapid City, SD on ch. 91<br />
Sioux Falls, SD Area; Minnesota Area; Storm Lake, IA on ch. 156
WFN News: Fishing Crisis in the Gulf, the Network's special report premieres on June 30 at 8 PM ET and offers additional airings throughout the evening. Co-hosted by WFN News anchor Jim Van Horne and Emmanuel Belliveau, host of WFN Green, the show exposes the economic impact of the disaster on the Gulf region's sportfishing industry, the angling community, and details the massive clean-up efforts. It features insightful conversations with fishing guides and boat captains, who provide first-hand accounts of the toll the spill has had on their lives, their communities and the region. Belliveau also offers viewers perspectives from Gordon Robertson, VP, American Sportfishing Association and Johanna Laderman, Executive Director of the FishAmerica Foundation.
On June 30, the entire day of programming and commercial airtime will support recreational anglers, commercial anglers and environmental groups affected by the Gulf Oil Spill disaster. Throughout the day, WFN will direct viewers to donate to the WFN Fisherman's Fund, (www.wfn.tv/donate) which supports the FishAmerica Foundation's Gulf Fund in support of Gulf Coast restoration efforts, and the Venice Charter Boat and Guide Association.<br />
"We commend these providers for stepping forward to make sure that their viewers are able to support this initiative," said Corey Russell, VP Programming and Production. "Our hope is that this informative 30-minute special, the pleas from dozens of celebrity anglers and Gulf area people affected by the disaster, and our continuing coverage will inspire viewers to help by donating to the WFN Fisherman's Fund."
WFN also provides comprehensive information with a special website at www.wfn.tv/gulf dedicated to covering the crisis from a fishing perspective. Included on the site is a timeline of events, video of news stories, articles from WFN Ambas
ors in the area and more.About WFN: World Fishing Network<br />
Like millions of anglers across the continent, WFN is committed to supporting important conservation issues and groups that are fighting to preserve North America's waterways and fisheries. WFN is also dedicated to using its resources and powerful media platform to help grow the sport by promoting and championing groups and organizations that are helping to inspire a new generation of anglers to appreciate and respect the world's natural wonders.
WFN: World Fishing Network is the only 24/7 television network dedicated to all segments of fishing with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. WFN's wide-ranging programming lineup includes primetime theme nights, regional bureaus from across the nation, a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel. Featuring popular programs hosted by the world's top anglers, the network also delivers a weekly news program, WFN News, and the schedule includes a variety of exclusive lifestyle shows including Hookin' up with Mariko Izumi. WFN also delivers the beauty of fishing in stunning High Definition with WFN HD, a separate network that delivers 100 percent High Definition programming 24/7.
Originally launched in December 2005, today WFN and WFN HD are available in more than 20 million households through North American cable, satellite and telecommunications distributors. In the U.S., distributors include AT&T U-verse, Charter Communications, Comcast, DISH Network, Verizon FiOS and others. For more information, visit http://www.WFN.TV.
Media Contact<br />
Doug Drotman - WFN (631-462-1198 or doug@drotmanpr.com