World Fishing Network HD splashes down on FiOS TV
Though probably not as niche as Rural Free Delivery (RFD HD), World Fishing Network HD still has a pretty narrow audience. That being the case, there's still some logic to pushing the channel in rural parts of America or in regions with nearby fishing outlets. Call us crazy, but New York City is not the first place that comes to find when someone mentions deep sea fishin'. Nevertheless, Verizon has just announced that WFN HD has arrived in the Big Apple on FiOS TV, giving transplants an easy way to get back in touch with their small town roots. There's no word on when the station will hit other FiOS TV areas, but we'd bet it'll be making the rounds soon enough.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Donnie @ Aug 21st 2008 9:17AM
Yup... It also showed up in the recent update in MA. I don't get the sports package so I cant watch it though.
Carl @ Aug 21st 2008 9:58AM
nice to see Vz continuing to add channels...
Now where is my Center Ice?????
Reaperducer @ Aug 21st 2008 2:51PM
Once again Engadget shows its ignorance.
Maybe if you'd think before you get all snarky with your keyboard you might realize that New York City is on the ATLANTIC OCEAN. There are sailfish and swordfish tournaments off the coast every year. There is a lot of fishing activity in the region that you're unaware of because you'd rather try to make fun of someone because you think it's cool to do on the internet.
Once again Engadget FAILs.
leonreno @ Aug 21st 2008 9:24PM
Just because you don't partake into a certain activity does not mean others don't either. Here is a quote from American Sportfishing Association:
America’s nearly 40 million anglers spend over $45 billion per year on fishing equipment, transportation,
lodging and other expenses associated with their sport. With a total annual economic impact of $125
billion, fishing supports over one million jobs and generates $34 billion in wages and $16 billion in tax
revenues each year. The average amount anglers spend yearly on hooks, rods, lures and other fishing
tackle increased 16 percent from 2001 to 2006.
40 million possible viewers is a pretty good national audience.