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Casting for Recovery Program

WFN News Features Casting for Recovery Program 
 
world fishing networkDENVER, CO – MAY 7, 2010 -WFN NEWS, the industry’s first news program reporting on the stories and events that shape the fishing industry will once again present a wide array of fishing news for viewers. This week’s episode, airing on Tuesday, May 11, at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT includes; interviews with Brian Wallace, the Senior Counsel for the Cohen Commission; in honor of Mother’s Days WFN Newstakes a look at Colorado’s inspirational Casting for Recovery program; plus results from the weekend’s professional tourneys and much more.

A new episode of the weekly news program airs each Tuesday night as a lead-in to the network’s primetime theme block Fly Fishing Tuesday from 8-10 pm ET. For a complete schedule, visitwww.WFN.tv.

The only weekly news show dedicated to covering the tournaments, issues and stories that anglers care about, WFN NEWS leverages the network’s regional production bureaus across North Americato uncover the stories for millions of anglers. Hosted by broadcast veteran Jim Van Horne, the show tackles professional angling, government and ministry involvement, science and technology, world records, community and regional coverage, environmental news and industry profiles.

THIS WEEK ON WFN NEWS: May 11 @ 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT features:

– Brian Wallace, the Senior Counsel for the Cohen Commission, stops by to talk about the current state of British Columbia’s sockeye salmon

– Casting for Recovery – a national non-profit support and educational program for women who have or have had breast cancer.

– Weekend tournament results from Bassmaster Elite Series, FLW Series West & Skeeter Bass Champs

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 Hookin’ Up with Mariko Izumi and WFN’s Reel Road Trip. 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 and Verizon FiOS. For more information, visit www.WFN.TV.

 

Media Contact
Doug Drotman – WFN (631) 462-1198 or doug@drotmanpr.com

Berkley and BASS

Berkley renews association with BASS as official sponsor

Berkley, America’s leading fishing tackle brand, and BASS, the worldwide authority in bass fishing, announced today that the Columbia, S.C.-based tackle company has renewed its long standing association as an official sponsor and supporter of BASS. Berkley will continue as the official fishing line and soft plastic baits of BASS and its prestigious tournament trails.

Berkley consistently leads the fishing industry in the development of new products. Chemists, fisheries biologists and the world’s best anglers team together to create award-winning line and bait products to meet the demands of today’s fishermen. Berkley offers such household names as Trilene, Fireline, Vanish, PowerBait, Gulp! and numerous other innovations that anglers trust to help them catch more fish.

The agreement includes sponsorship of the Bassmaster Classic, Bassmaster Elite Series, the Bassmaster Federation Nation presented by Yamaha Outboards and Skeeter Boats and the Bassmaster Opens.

“BASS and Berkley have for decades been leaders in promoting bass fishing and conservation,” said John Bartow, Sr. Director Marketing, Pure Fishing. “Our baits and line have played major roles in the evolution of bass fishing. Our Classic champions, winners of Angler of the Year awards, tournament victors and dominant team performances have all contributed to the growth of the sport and we are excited to continue our sponsorship in the BASS programs.”

With the agreement, Berkley will receive significant exposure across BASS’ multimedia properties, including The Bassmasters on ESPN2, Bassmaster Magazine and www.Bassmaster.com. Berkley will also receive on-site exhibit space at all BASS events to display its product lines.

BASS and Berkley will also feature a contingency program for the 2010 Elite Series. The Elite angler who weighs the heaviest daily limit of fish during each Elite Series event will receive $500.

The Berkley pro staff includes legendary Bassmaster Elite Series pros like Mike Iaconelli and Skeet Reese, each a former winner of the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year award and the Bassmaster Classic. The Berkley team also includes past Classic champion Boyd Duckett of Demopolis, Ala., who will be defending his 2007 Classic victory on Lay Lake in the upcoming Feb. 19-21, 2010 Classic.

“Berkley’s leadership position in the industry is underscored by its dedication to anglers at all levels,” said Tom Ricks, vice president and general manager, BASS and ESPN Outdoors. “BASS’ long-standing agreement with Berkley is an alignment of two powerful brands with similar missions: to help people catch more fish.”

For more information on Pure Fishing and Berkley, visit www.berkley-fishing.com.

For more information, contact BASS Communications at (407) 566-2208 or visit www.Bassmaster.com.

About Pure Fishing, Inc.

Pure Fishing is a leading global provider of fishing tackle, lures, rods and reels with a portfolio of brands that includes Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Gulp!®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, SevenStrand®, Shakespeare®, Spiderwire®, Stren®, Trilene® and Ugly Stik®. With operations in 19 countries and a dedicated workforce conversant in 28 languages, Pure Fishing is part of Jarden Outdoor Solutions, a leader in developing outdoor and active lifestyle products and a division of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH). Additional information can be found on the Internet at purefishing.com.

About Jarden Corporation
Jarden Corporation is a leading provider of niche consumer products used in and around the home. Jarden operates in the three primary business segments through a number of well-recognized brands, including: (Branded Consumables) Ball®, Bee®, Bicycle®, Crawford®, Diamond®, First Alert®, Forster®, Hoyle®, JavaLog®, Kerr®, Lehigh®, Leslie-Locke®, Loew-Cornell® and Pine Mountain®; (Consumer Solutions) Bionaire®, Crock-Pot®, FoodSaver®, Harmony®, Health o meter®, Holmes®, Mr. Coffee®, Oster®, Patton®, Rival®, Seal-a-meal®, Sunbeam®, VillaWare® and White Mountain™; (Outdoor Solutions) Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Campingaz®, Coleman®, Fenwick®, Gulp!®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, SevenStrand®, Shakespeare®, Spiderwire®, Stren®, Trilene® and Ugly Stik®. Headquartered in Rye, NY, Jarden has over 20,000 employees worldwide.

About BASS
For more than 40 years, BASS has served as the authority on bass fishing. With its considerable multi-media platforms and expansive tournament trail, BASS is guided by its mission to serve all fishing fans. Through its industry-leading publications Bassmaster Magazine, BASS Times and Fishing Tackle Retailer and comprehensive Web properties in ESPN360.com, ESPN’s sports broadband network, Bassmaster.com, BASSInsider.com and ESPNOutdoors.com, the organization is committed to delivering content true to the lifestyle. Additionally, television programming on ESPN2 continues to provide relevant content – from tips and techniques to in-depth tournament coverage – to passionate audiences.

The organization oversees the prestigious Bassmaster tournament trail, which includes the Bassmaster Elite Series, Bassmaster Opens and the Bassmaster Classic, the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing. Through its grassroots network, the BASS Federation Nation, BASS sanctions more than 20,000 events annually.

BASS also offers an array of services to its more than 500,000 members while spearheading progressive, positive change on issues related to conservation and water access. The organization is headquartered in Celebration, Fla.

“Ice Center” centralizes ice fishing products for anglers

“Ice Center” centralizes ice fishing products for anglers 
 
frabillJackson, WI – It doesn’t take much time on the ice to realize that tip-up fishing lies at the center of a lot angler’s universes. These flag-bearing “fish traps” are everywhere; that’s because they remain the most efficient tool available for tracking down and snaring a nice batch of pike, walleyes, trout or even panfish. In a nutshell, if you’re an ice angler, you likely own a collection of these handy devices. Problem is, finding all the items you need to get rigged up right isn’t an easy task.

In this spirit, Frabill – bonafide leaders in tip-up design – recently unveiled “Ice Center,” a complete line of entirely new products tailored to enhance the tip-up fishing experience. It’s more than a quality series of ice fishing products, though, Ice Center is an ingenious retail concept that makes shopping for ice tackle a simple pleasure.

“Anglers will immediately notice Ice Center when they walk into their favorite tackle store this fall,” says Frabill Marketing V.P., Jeff Kolodzinski. “It makes a pretty bold statement. Best thing about Ice Center is that it centralizes all these vital pieces of ice tackle into a single display. No more wandering up and down the aisles to find those clip-on depthfinders, leader rigs or a set of mouth spreaders. It’s all in the Ice Center, and then some.”

“Tip-up fishing is a system,” says professional ice guide and Frabill pro, Captain Pat Kalmerton. “It deserves its own section in tackle stores-a place where the tip-up guy can go and get what he needs. Ice Center features some pretty slick stuff, too-high quality VMC Hooks and pre-tied Lure and Bait rigs made with premium Suffix fluorocarbon. If tip-up fishermen need it, it’s in the Ice Center.”

Frabill’s new Leader Rigs (2 per pack) feature an 18-inch section of Suffix fluorocarbon in 6-, 8-, and 10-pound test. The rigs feature a VMC Cone Cut Treble on the business end. A variation, the Frabill Lure Rig, sports a tiny spinner blade above the hook, which make them a legal offering in states like Minnesota. For the enterprising angler, Ice Center also includes separate VMC Trebles and Octopus bait hooks, Barrel Swivels, Split Shot, line markers, clip-on depthfinders, and spools of 30-pound test Dacron tip-up line.

Tip-up fishing calls for the right set of tools, which Ice Center has in abundance. Frabill’s hot new LineSaber-a dual line cutter and glow lure charger – as well as Fishermen’s Pliers, Curved Forceps, Mouth Spreader and Combo Tool Kits are all at your fingertips.

“Frabill is the clear-cut leader in tip-up products and accessories,” says Kalmerton. “Their Pro-Thermal tip-ups, as well as their Classic Series, and sweet accessories like the new Lil’ Shiner Tip-Up Light prove it. I love that I’ll now be able to get everything I need for a day on the ice in one convenient spot. That’s time I used to waste when I could have been fishing!”

ABOUT FRABILL
Frabill, Inc. (Jackson, Wis.) is celebrating 71 years of building the most trusted gear in the fishing industry. Frabill’s ice fishing product mix consists of portable ice fishing shelters, rod and reel combos, tip-ups, bait containers, portable aeration and other related accessories. Open water products include landing nets, portable aeration, bait containers, bait care, bait traps and seines, and other accessories. Visit www.frabill.com.

 

Angler Innovations

Angler Innovations
By Greg Biesecker

Angler Innovations Rod Jacket for Baitcasting rodsAngler Innovations Rod Jacket for spinning rodsAngler Innovations is a company founded by and dedicated to fishermen and their love of the sport. The company was born on the water by two tournament bass anglers when they realized a need for quality fishing accessories that were unavailable. As they considered the rather large investment they had in rods, reels and tackle it was apparent that there was a limited product offering on the market to protect their equipment. A search of the retail sport fishing outlets, internet and numerous industry shows indicated the lack of a one piece rod and reel cover that could be aesthetically pleasing with a custom fitted look that would hold up to the rigors of  heavy use and so the “Rod Jacket” was born.

The first task they encountered in developing the “Rod Jacket” was to find a material that would incorporate all of the features necessary for a rod and reel cover that could be form fitted, have that custom look, could hold up to heavy use and could withstand the elements and problems found around the water. To address these problems the material needed to be U V stabilized, mold, mildew and corrosion resistant and needed the ability to remain soft and supple so the cover could be installed and removed from the rod and reel with ease.. They also wanted a material that would allow for the rod and reel to be fully rigged at all times. The line needed to be protected and the hook or lure fastened in place without the hooks becoming entangled in the cover material while still affording full protection to the rod blank, guides and rod tip.

They also needed a material that could be incorporated into a design suitable for both casting and spinning rod and reel combo models. Since the design of these two types of rods and reels are so different, there are few materials suitable to meet all of the criteria stated here to develop a cover for both of these rod and reel combinations. The search led them to a form of neoprene that would meet all of their specifications and would have the added benefit of stretch allowing them to develop four models of the Rod Jackets that would cover the rod and reel combinations used by most anglers today. At present there are two casting models and two spinning models that fit rod and reel combinations from 6-6” to 7-6” in length and each is a one piece cover.

 Angler Innovations realizes that an angler has given a great deal of thought as to which combo is exactly right for the type of fishing they enjoy. Regardless of whether you fish in fresh or saltwater, Angler Innovations believes that you will reach the same conclusion as they did regarding the protection of that rod and reel.  For a fraction of the purchase price of a new rod and reel combo consider The Ultimate Protection” The Rod Jacket”. Please visit us at our web site www.anglerinnovationsusa.com for additional information about this product and other products that will debut shortly.

Greg Biesecker
Founder/Co Owner
Angler Innovations

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