11-16-2010, 12:10 PM
DENVER, COLORADO - With her rod, reel and bikini packed, Mariko Izumi is once again traveling globe in pursuit of fishy adventures on Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi, on WFN: World Fishing Network, North America's only 24-hour fishing lifestyle network. But for this week's episode, Mariko and her crew booked a "Staycation" in her hometown of Toronto, Ontario. The third episode of the season, premiere's on Monday, November 15, at 7:30 pm ET. For a complete schedule and additional information, visit www.wfn.tv/hookinup.
In her hometown celebrating Canada Day, Mariko, her father/pro anglers/TV fishing personality Wayne Izumi and her best friend spend the day fishing for Salmon. Mariko discovers a lot she didn't know about her city.
Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi follows the world's sexiest angler on her journey to meet the coolest people in the hottest fishing spots. "Combining a love for travel with a passion for fishing, Mariko Izumi takes viewers across the globe to experience the best that both have to offer. The niece of Canadian fishing legend Bob Izumi, Mariko visits the world's best fishing hot spots, while learning about the local culture along the way. Whether it's hooking a sailfish or exploring the local scene with a cast of colorful characters, travel and fishin' is Mariko's mission. "
Her 2010-2011 travel dossier includes stops in Boca Grande, FL; Ocean City, MD; Toronto, Canada; Lake Powell, AZ; St. Thomas, USVI; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Langara Island, BC; Atlanta, GA; and Denver, CO.
Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi serves as the lead-in to WFN's "Big Bass Monday," one of the network's primetime theme nights -- two-hour blocks of themed programming dedicated to all aspects of the pastime, airing nightly, 8:00 pm-10:00 pm. ET. The six "WFN Theme Nights" this season are: Big Bass Monday; Fly Fishing Tuesday; Offshore Saltwater Wednesday; Inshore Saltwater Thursday; Freshwater Friday; and World Fishing Saturday.
About WFN: World Fishing Network
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 Reel Fishy Jobs, Lost Lake and Getting School'd with JP Derose.. 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.
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.
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. For more information, visit http://www.WFN.TV.
In her hometown celebrating Canada Day, Mariko, her father/pro anglers/TV fishing personality Wayne Izumi and her best friend spend the day fishing for Salmon. Mariko discovers a lot she didn't know about her city.
Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi follows the world's sexiest angler on her journey to meet the coolest people in the hottest fishing spots. "Combining a love for travel with a passion for fishing, Mariko Izumi takes viewers across the globe to experience the best that both have to offer. The niece of Canadian fishing legend Bob Izumi, Mariko visits the world's best fishing hot spots, while learning about the local culture along the way. Whether it's hooking a sailfish or exploring the local scene with a cast of colorful characters, travel and fishin' is Mariko's mission. "
Her 2010-2011 travel dossier includes stops in Boca Grande, FL; Ocean City, MD; Toronto, Canada; Lake Powell, AZ; St. Thomas, USVI; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Langara Island, BC; Atlanta, GA; and Denver, CO.
Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi serves as the lead-in to WFN's "Big Bass Monday," one of the network's primetime theme nights -- two-hour blocks of themed programming dedicated to all aspects of the pastime, airing nightly, 8:00 pm-10:00 pm. ET. The six "WFN Theme Nights" this season are: Big Bass Monday; Fly Fishing Tuesday; Offshore Saltwater Wednesday; Inshore Saltwater Thursday; Freshwater Friday; and World Fishing Saturday.
About WFN: World Fishing Network
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 Reel Fishy Jobs, Lost Lake and Getting School'd with JP Derose.. 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.
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.
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. For more information, visit http://www.WFN.TV.