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EPISODE1
MIAMI BEACH
Under the shadow of super bowl week in Miami, Florida, host Matt Eastman may be the only person without football on his mind. He’s looking for a crazed NFL fan to leave the football festivities behind and hook into 100 lb tarpon just off South Beach with local legend Captain Bouncer Smith. But the fishing trip of a lifetime has only begun becuase host Matt has a few more surprises up his sleeve. NFL legends Jimmy Johnson and Mike Ditka await the arrival of the lucky guest to fish with in the Billfish Bowl in Key Largo, Florida. |
EPISODE2
BILLFISH BOWL
Jimmy Johnson and Mike Ditka welcome one unsuspecting guest to the Billfish Bowl in Key Largo, Florida, a football themed billfish tournament where they have a chance to win cash and prizes and hob nob with gridiron greats at Jimmy Johnson’s Big Chill. |
EPISDOE3
Mall of America to Tropic Star Lodge, Panama
The Mall of America in Minnesotta offers just about anything anyone could ever need but host Matt Eastman trumps even the best deals at the mega mall when he grabs one unsuspecting shopper and takes them on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Tropic Star Lodge in Pinas Bay Panama for black marlin. |
EPISODE4
DUKE University to Rio Colorado River, Costa Rica
At Duke University, basketball is life. The first practice for the team is an event. Thousands of students and fans pack Cameron Indoor Stadium for their first glimpse at the new team. None of those fans have any idea that host Matt Eastman will offer one of them the trip of a lifetime to the Silver King Lodge on the Rio Colorado River in Costa Rica. The famed fishing lodge boasts some of the largest tarpon caught in the world. |
EPISODE5
Oregon State Fair to Elfin Cove, Alaska
Ferris wheels, cotton candy, the world’s largest tomato and an unexpected trip of a lifetime to Elfin Cove, Alaska are just some of the things visitors encounter at the Oregon State Fair. Host Matt Eastman is on the prowl again to blow someone’s mind with an all-expense paid trip to one of the most magical places on earth, the Cove Lodge in Elfin Cove, Alaska. World-class halibut and salmon fishing await one lucky person. |
EPISODE6
Park City, Utah Firehouse to Puerto Vicente, Mexico
When a fireman is offered the fishing trip of a lifetime to Bahia La Tortuga lodge in Puerto Vicente, Mexico he must go through a chain of command and lean on his fellow fireman to have a chance for sailfish, dorado and the ultimate goal, rooster fish. |
EPISODE7
Dogwood Festival, Atlanta to Turneffe Island Resort, Belize
Each year in Atlanta, Georgia tens of thousands of visitors celebrate the Atlanta Dogwood Festival with music, art and food. This year one unsuspecting visitor will be whisked away on the fishing trip of a lifetime to a private Caribbean Island in Belize. Turneffe Island Resort offers world class bonefish and permit on the fly. |
EPISODE8
Paul and Young Ron Show, Miami Florida to Los Suenos, Costa Rica
Paul and Young Ron get Miami’s day started every morning on the radio. This week host Matt Eastman teams up with the popular radio hosts in Miami, Florida to find a listener at random and take them on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Los Suenos Resort and Marina for some of the best billfishing in the world. |
EPISODE9
Dew Tour, Snowbasin Utah to Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge, Ascension Bay, Mexico
The halfpipe meets the flats of Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge in Mexico. Host Matt Eastman selects a random guest from the Winter Dew Tour and surprises them with a fishing trip of a lifetime for permitt, bonefish and a whole lotta mutton in Ascension Bay, Mexico. |
EPISODE10
Cabelas, Utah to MV OCEAN, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Hoping to find a deserving outdoorsmen, host Matt Eastman, stops in at a Cabela’s looking to give an unsuspecting shopper a once in a lifetime chance at fishing with Captain Brett McBride on the mother ship Ocean and the famed Go Fisch for trophy yellowfin tuna out of Puerta Vallarta, Mexico.
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EPISODE1
Moonlight Beach, California to Elfin Cove, Alaska Part I
Moonlight Beach, California to Elfin Cove, Alaska Part I
Surf's up and one unsuspecting California surfer has no idea brown bear, king salmon and halibut are one wild fishing trip away in Elfin Cove, Alaska at the Cove Lodge.
With Captain Gordy Wrobel and Captain, Graham Linscott has their guide, host Matt Eastman and guest Ben Wei hook into lingcod, halibut and salmon.
Cove Lodge
Elfin Cove, Alaska
800-382-3847
gordywrobel@covelodge.com
www.covelodge.com |
EPISODE2
Mission Beach, California to Elfin Cove, Alaska Part II
Mission Beach, California to Elfin Cove, Alaska Part II
When a surfer from Mission Beach, California wins an unsuspecting fishing trip of a lifetime to Elfin Cove, Alaska he can't resist riding a wave in the Gulf of Alaska. With Captain Gordy Wrobel and Captain, Graham Linscott has their guide, host Matt Eastman and guest Ben Wei hook into lingcod, halibut and salmon.
Cove Lodge
Elfin Cove, Alaska
800-382-3847
gordywrobel@covelodge.com
www.covelodge.com |
EPISDOE3
Fort Worth, Texas to Los Suenos, Costa Rica
Giddy up! From the Ft. Worth Stockyards rodeo, Matt Eastman filters thru bulls, cowboys and cowgirls to take one unsuspecting Texan on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Los Suenos, Costa Rica. Sailfish and dorado make bigger jumps than the rodeo bulls but perhaps the biggest wonder is the Costa Rican style rodeo.
Los Suenos Resort & Marina
Costa Rica Dreams Sportfishing
Los Suenos, Costa RIca
011-506-2637-8942
dreamscr@racsa.co.cr
www.costaricadreams.com
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EPISODE4
Times Square, New York to Manzanillo, Mexico
Under the bright lights of Times Square one unsuspecting New Yorker is blown away with an all-expense paid fishing trip of a lifetime to Manzanillo, Mexico, where he searches for prized roosterfish and enjoys the spectacular Grand Bay Hotel.
Reel1in Sportfishing
Barra De Navidad
Jeff Klassen
360-402-FISH (3474)
jeff@reel1in.com
www.reel1in.com |
EPISODE5
Napa Valley, Claifornia to Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Cheers! Matt Eastman turns one wine enthusiast's cheers to salud when he takes an unsuspecting man from Napa Valley on a dream fishing trip to Punta de Mita, Mexico. Tuna, Marlin, Sailfish, Pargo and the luxurious 20,000 sq ft. Casa de Casas make this the fishing trip of a lifetime.
Primetime Adventures Fishing Charter
Josh and Catherine Temple
www.primetimeadv.com
info@primetimeadv.com |
EPISODE6
University of Idaho to South Padre, Texas
Hike, hike! It's homecoming and the University of Idaho Vandals are looking for a win while host Matt Eastman is looking to surprise a fan with an all expense paid fishing trip to South Padre Island, Texas for redfish.
Captain Paul Munarriz
956-459-4729
South Padre Island, Texas
paulpadre@aol.com |
EPISODE7AND8
Canyons Ski Resort to Turks & Caicos
From the slopes to the Caribbean, a skier from the Canyon's Resort in Park City, Utah, shreds their way to Turks and Caicos for a bone fishing trip of a lifetime with Captain Byron Sewell
Turks and Caicos Sporting Club
877-815-1300
info@tc-sportingclub.com
www.tcsportingclub.com |
EPISODE9
Victory Ranch, Utah to Smithers B.C.
In a special episode, Matt Eastman surprises one of his best friends with a fishing trip to the Bulkley River in Smithers, British Columbia. Two friends share their passion for fishing on one of the best rivers in the world to catch steelhead.
Frontier Far West
877-846-9153
www.bulkleysteelhead.com
info@bulkleysteelhead.com |
EPISODE10
San Diego, California to Pinas Bay, Panama
A charter boat captain from San Diego ventures out of his local waters when Matt Eastman surprises him with an all-expense paid fishing trip to Tropic Star Lodge in Pinas Bay, Panama. This once in a lifetime opportunity is taken to the next level when a giant black marlin comes into the pattern.
Tropic Star Lodge
Pinas Bay, Panama
800-682-3424
www.tropicstar.com
bonnie@tropicstar.com
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EPISODE11
White House Conference, Reno Nevada to Sandestin, Florida
Lt. John Robison of the US Marines thought he was on official duty at the Whitehouse Conference on North American Wildlife Policy but when Matt Eastman whisks him away to San Destin, Florida he trades his fatigues for fishing rods.
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EPISODE1
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Sitka, Alaska
"The American flag waved just above centerfield, the hot dogs were plump and the umpire was ready to play ball." - It was a perfect day for college baseball. But one unwitting person wasn't going to hear the final out. Host, Matt Eastman takes them on the fishing trip of a lifetime from the Big 12 Baseball Tournament in Oklahoma City to Quest Lodge in Sitka, Alaska to fish for king salmon and halibut. The only problem? Grandpa is hesitant to let his 19-year-old granddaughter, Jordan, from Guthrie, Oklahoma to go on this fishing trip of a lifetime. |
EPISODE2
London, Kentucky to Punta de Mita, Mexico
From the World Chicken Festival in London, Kentucky, host, Matt Eastman searches for his next unsuspecting guest to take to Punta de Mita, Mexico. It's an appropriate starting point because in Mexico guest Mark Blair, will be hunting down the "chicken of the sea" with one of the best tuna fishermen in the world: Captain Josh Temple.
The sizzle from the world's largest skillet is enough to make any self-respecting fried chicken lover's mouth water. And while the 300 pounds of cooking oil to fill it is impressive, the 361.7 lb tuna Matt and his guest catch just offshore Punta de Mita, Mexico blows that out of the water. It's the largest yellowfin tuna caught on the planet this year and it's the 17th biggest ever on record. Now that's the fishing trip of a lifetime. |
EPISDOE3
Washington D.C. to Puerto Rico
A major in the U.S. Army, Chip Frazer, has no idea he's about to go on the fishing trip of a lifetime to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Host, Matt Eastman pulls rank on the Major and whisks him away from our nation's Capital to fish with Captain Omar Orraca for snook and tarpon. |
EPISODE4
Los Angeles, California to Puerto Vicente, Mexico
Mshak Ghazarian was never into the whole fishing thing. That is until host, Matt Eastman made a pledge to change his mind with a surprise fishing trip for blue marlin and sail fish. From one of the world's largest city in America, Los Angeles, California, Matt Eastman takes Ghazarian to Bahia La Tortuga fishing lodge nestled in the small authentic fishing village of Puerto Vicinte, Mexico. It isn't long before the skeptical fisherman meets up with a blue marlin and is forever changed. |
EPISODE5
Raleigh, North Carolina to Pinas Bay, Panama
One unsuspecting NHL fan has their world turned upside down faster than a slap shot to the net, when host, Matt Eastman surprises Donna Kneeley with an all-expenses paid fishing trip of a lifetime to the Tropic Star Lodge in Pinas Bay, Panama. Donna Kneeley leaves her two kids and life in Wake Forest, North Carolina behind in search of the ultimate billfish fishing experience. |
EPISODE6
Provo River, Utah to Burras Louisiana
Dan Cogan's peaceful day of fly-fishing the middle Provo River in Utah for 12-inch browns is interrupted when host Matt, Eastman offers him the trip of a lifetime. Less than 24 hours later Dan Cogan is fishing with Captain Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures in Burras, Louisiana for trophy redfish on the Bayou Flats. |
EPISODE7
Greenville, South Carolina to Los Suenos, Costa Rica
At the Bassmaster's Championship in Greenville, South Carolina, host, Matt Eastman meets up with many hard-core anglers, but none of whom are aware that they could be whisked away on the surprise trip to Los Suenos Resort and Marina in Costa Rica to catch some billfish. Todd Graham thought a 10-pound bass was his fish of a lifetime but that soon changed after releasing his first sailfish and then his second, third and on and on. More than a dozen sailfish released later, he's got a whole new perspective on the fishing world. |
EPISODE8
Albuquerque, New Mexico to Turks and Caicos
Every year hundreds of hot air balloons fill the skyline at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. But this year, Host, Matt Eastman is there to give away a surprise trip to the tropical destination of Turks and Caicos to fish for bonefish. Matt Eastman asks Miss New Mexico 2007, Casey Messer if she has "got the guts to go". She leaves her crown and sash behind for the fishing adventure of a lifetime. |
EPISODE9
Moab, Utah to Islamorada, Florida
Where a 30 degree incline is considered child's play, Matt Eastman gives an avid mountain biker in Moab, Utah, Chris Dimieri, a surprise fishing trip to Islamorada in the Florida keys. In a special twist he'll fish with former "Wanna Go Fishing?" guest Jeremy Pfaffendorf. Pfaffendorf was taken from his ice fishing shack in Minnesota in season one of "Wanna Go Fishing?" to the Florida Keys to fish with Captain Skip Bradeen. And now because of that experience has sold everything he owns and moved down to the keys to be a mate on "Fish Tales" in Islamorada under Captain Ron Allen. Now Pfaffendorf is taking another "Wanna Go Fishing?" guest on the fishing trip of a lifetime. |
EPISODE10
Tuscaloosa, Alabama to Belize
Host, Matt Eastman travels to the U of Blue event at University of Alabama presented by Costa del Mar sunglasses in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to see if one college student is willing to leave the party for a trip to beautiful Belize. Matt Eastman finds Jamie Grimmer who is ready to drop everything for the fishing trip of a lifetime to El Pescador, Belize to fish for bonefish. Jamie is partying with his buddies in Alabama, one day and the next he is enjoying the breath-taking waters off of Belize.
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EPISODE11
Las Vegas to Guatemala
Host, Matt Eastman travels to the U of Blue event at University of Alabama presented by Costa del Mar sunglasses in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to see if one college student is willing to leave the party for a trip to beautiful Belize. Matt Eastman finds Jamie Grimmer who is ready to drop everything for the fishing trip of a lifetime to El Pescador, Belize to fish for bonefish. Jamie is partying with his buddies in Alabama, one day and the next he is enjoying the breath-taking waters off of Belize. |
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EPISODE1
San Francisco, California to Elfin Cove, Alaska
From Fisherman's Warf in San Francisco, California, host Matt Eastman asks unsuspecting passers by if they will drop everything and leave immediately on the fishing trip of a lifetime to the last frontier - Alaska. A Father's Day special, Randy Thomas and his daughter Eva are wisked away to the Cove Lodge in Elfin Cove, Alaska where they fish for halibut and king salmon and get a glimpse at orcas, sea lions and the life that makes up the wild land of Alaska. |
EPISODE2
Phoenix, Arizona to Smithers, B.C., Canada
From a stadium full of loyal Phoenix Suns fans, host, Matt Eastman, lures Guy Grantham from the warm temperatures of Arizona to the cold sub-zero temperatures of the Bulkley River Lodge in British Columbia, Canada to fish for the elusive Steelhead. With Bunky Hughes as their guide they are in for a "reel" treat. Guy gets a lesson on casting a spay rod, and his determination to catch a Steelhead is rewarded. A great way to start the trip, Guy releases his first Steelhead in the picturesque snow-covered countryside of British Columbia. Matt Eastman and Guy Grantham come across exciting adventures that make it a trip of a lifetime. |
EPISDOE3
New Orleans, Louisiana to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Scott Ramsay aka "Scoot" is stopped by host, Matt Eastman at the re-opening of the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana for Monday Night Football. From the sidelines, Scoot Ramsay and Matt Eastman get an outrageous view of the memorable NFL game and then Scoot is whisked away to Paradise Village Resort just outside of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for the fishing trip of a lifetime. Aboard the "Torture Chamber" with Captain Josh Temple with Primetime Adventures the guys get the chance to fish for giant yellowfin tuna. Scoot after waiting two days for the bite, gets his chance. Scoot reels in a 273lbs. yellowfin tuna - a fish of a lifetime. As Captain Josh Temple would say, "it's a real Cindarella story". |
EPISODE4
Miami, Florida to Puerto Rico
Host, Matt Eastman makes an appearance at the Miami Boat show where he asks unsuspecting patron, Bryan Ridgley to drop everything for the fishing trip of a lifetime. Bryan makes a phone call to his wife and then is on his way to San Juan, Puerto Rico in search of acrobatic tarpon. After Captain Omar Orraca makes bait he gets Matt Eastman and Bryan Ridgley get in on a frenzied snook bite and more tarpon then they can handle. |
EPISODE5
Houston, Texas to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Withstanding 50 mile per hour winds along the Texas City breakwater, host Matt Eastman comes across one hard-core fisherman, Juan Navarro, who is willing to drop everything to compete in the highest stakes marlin tournament in the world, "The Bisbee Black and Blue". This lucky fisherman has an opportunity to win over $1 million dollars as he joins the team aboard the "El Nuevo Red Rum". Juan pre-fishes before the tournament and gets a colorful dorado and a yellowfin tuna. Despite the remnants of hurricane Paul, Juan hooks up on a billfish. The question is - is it "black or blue". |
EPISODE6
Louisville, Kentucky to Bermuda, Bahamas
The Churchill Downs not only hosts some of the greatest horse racing in the country but also serves as the site for host Matt Eastman's next lucky candidate. Mint Juleps and elaborate hats are some of the regular sights at the Kentucky Derby but Matt Eastman's pursuit is far from regular. Matt Eastman and guest Dan English, nick-named "Derby Dan", head on an all-expenses-paid fishing trip to Bermuda aboard the Playmate Charters. While in Bermuda they land a 70 pound trophy wahoo and experience the great hospitality of the Rosedon Hotel in Bermuda. |
EPISODE7
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Pinas Bay, Panama
Matt Eastman heads to the Winterfest Boat Parade in Ft. Lauderdale where he meets Dan Sontowski who is willing to drop everything for the fishing trip of a lifetime. Dan packs up his bags says his good-byes to wife and kids and travels to Pinas Bay, Panama for some world-class fishing. He and Matt Eastman encounter many adventures and experience an epic bite for sailfish, dorado and tuna while visiting the Tropic Star Lodge. |
EPISODE8
Park City, Utah to Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Everything but movies is on host Matt Eastman's mind at one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, The Sundance Film Festival. While making his way through the artsy crowd, Eastman offers one unsuspecting movie-goer, Adam Wickstead, an all-expense-paid trip to the Isla Mujeres Yacht Club to fish with Worldwide Sportfishing Charters for Atlantic sailfish. During his stay he gets an outrageous helicopter ride with Captain Alvarez and enjoys first class service at Club de Playa Zama 52 (998) 877 07 39. |
EPISODE9
Ridgway, Pennsylvania to Los Suenos, Costa Rica
Pulled away from Ridgway's Chainsaw Rendezvous, guest Ben Lago and host, Matt Eastman visit one of Costa Rica's hidden treasures, Los Suenos Resort and Marina. After cleaning off the sawdust and putting the chainsaw aside, Matt Eastman and guest go international on a double Costa Rican sailfish bite aboard "The Quest" with Captain Ron Rivett. Then Matt Eastman and Ben Lago board the Lady Columbo and Ben gets a chance at his first yellowfin tuna. |
EPISODE10
Fon du Lac, Wisconsin to Bahama Beach, Bahamas
Fon Du Lac, Wisconsin is host to Walleye Weekend, an annual walleye tournament. This year, however, one fisherman, Bryan Doering finds himself on the fishing trip of a lifetime when he travels with host, Matt Eastman to Bahama Beach Club in Abaco, Bahamas. Aboard H&R Charters with Captain Henry Sands, Bryan gets a chance at some blackfin tuna. Hurricane winds throw the trip for a loop and Bryan and Matt make the best of it; they go for a freedive for Bohemian Conch shells.
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EPISODE11
Atlanta, Georgia to Venice, Louisiana
Host, Matt Eastman is on a 1200 mile road trip to select his guest from a fraternity event at Georgia Tech. The "Marine Machine" heads out on its first voyage off the waters of Venice, Louisiana with Captain Devlin Rousell of Reel Peace Charters. Matt Eastman and his guest, Pierre Bateman search for redfish, lane snapper and blackfin tuna. |
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EPISODE1
Seattle, Washington to Yakutat, Alaska
From Pike's Place Public Market in Seattle, Washington, host Matt Eastman asks unsuspecting passers by if they will drop everything and leave immediately on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Yakutat Alaska. They start their adventure on a 13 mile float down the Situk River and then continue their journey deep sea fishing for halibut and silver salmon.
Kingfisher 907-784-3084
Glacier Bear Lodge 866-425-6343 |
EPISODE2
Newport Beach, California to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
A randomly selected home builder from Newport Beach, California has no idea that he's about to go on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. He and host Matt Eastman battle some gnarly 200 plus pound tuna off the coast of Punta Mita, Mexico.
Primetime Adventures 877-624-1777
LuxurySurf.com |
EPISDOE3
Dallas, Texas to Smithers, Canada
Everything's bigger in Texas, especially the surprise on Mike Jennings face when he finds out that host Matt Eastman is about to whisk him away to Bulkley River Lodge in Smithers, Canada for an all-expense-paid world-class Steelhead fishing trip.
Bulkley River Lodge 800-745-1020 |
EPISODE4
Clearwater, Florida to Andros Island, Bahamas
Denise Resch, an architect from Clearwater, Florida hastily leaves her kids and husband behind for the opportunity to go on a fishing-trip of a lifetime to Andros Island, in the Bahamas. She soon finds herself in the middle of some of the best bone fishing in the world.
Small Hope Bay Lodge 800-223-6961 |
EPISODE5
Salt Lake City, Utah to Montauk, New York
While hard at work in Salt Lake City, Utah, Brandon Eyre finds himself suddenly putting his job on hold, adjusting his Halloween plans, and leaving his pet parrots behind to go on the fishing trip of a lifetime to Montauk, New York. Host Matt Eastman and his guest have their hands full as they catch striped bass off the Southern shores of Long Island.
Capt. Tom Cornicelli 631-874-8471
Montauk Yacht Club 888-MYC-8668 |
EPISODE6
Boulder, Colorado to Los Sueños, Costa Rica
The assistant manager at a clothing store in Boulder, Colorado thinks she's being pranked after host Matt Eastman asks her to leave the store and fly to Costa Rica for two days of epic sail fishing. See if her roommates, stuffed bear and co-workers can make the fishing trip of a lifetime to Los Sueños, Costa Rica a reality.
Costa Rica Dreams Sportfishing
Los Sueños Resort & Marina
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EPISODE7
Atlanta, Georgia to Piñas Bay, Panama
Leon Daniels works at the world's largest aquarium in Atlanta, GA but doesn't know anything about fishing. That's all about to change when 2 minutes and 2 phone calls gives the aspiring entertainer an outrageous marlin fishing experience in Pinas Bay, Panama hunting down the mighty black marlin. Along the way, he teaches Matt a thing or two as well, singing up billfish off the coast of Panama.
Tropic Star Lodge 800-682-3424 |
EPISODE8
Chicago, Illinois to Everglades City, Florida
One landlocked diehard fisherman from Chicago discovers the joys of saltwater fishing as Matt Eastman takes the city boy, Wayne Duckman, to the gator ridden Florida Everglades for Snook and Red fish.
Rod & Gun Club 239-695-2101
Capt. Andrew Bostick 941-394-3010 |
EPISODE9
New York, New York to Rio Colorado, Costa Rica
From the busiest and most populated city in the US, to one of the most isolated spots in Costa Rica, Matt Eastman and guest, Bill Peer, embark on a 21 hour adventure from Times Square to Rio Colorado Costa Rica in search of the illusive tarpon.
Rio Colorado Lodge 800-243-9777 |
EPISODE10
Minneapolis, Minnesota to Islamorada - Florida Keys, Florida
In the dead of winter, Matt approaches Jeremy Pfaffendorf, an unsuspecting ice fisherman, on the frozen Lake Mille Lacs in Minnesota. He has no idea that in 24 hours he'll be deep sea fishing in 80 degree weather in the Florida Keys.
Whale Harbor Marina 303-664-4959
Capt. Skip Bradeen 305-852-8477
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EPISODE11
Victory Ranch Club, Woodland, UT
Take a look back at the best moments of the first season of "Wanna Go Fishing?" with host Matt Eastman on the Victory Ranch outside Park City, Utah. Find out what some of the previous contestants are up to and how the show impacted their lives.
Victory Ranch Club 435-647-8068 |
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EPISODE1
Bonneville Salt Flats to Elfin Cove, Alaska
It’s one of the flattest and most devoid centers for life on earth but the Bonneville Salt Flats is the perfect spot for Matt to find a complete stranger and take them to one of the most lush spots on the planet: Elfin Cove, AK. An adventure outside Glacier Bay with captains Gordy Wrobel and Charlie Fannin of the Cove Lodge awaits for one unsuspecting guest but this time it’s Matt who’s whacked with a personal best monster halibut in the Gulf of Alaska.
FIRST AIRING: 04/01/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE2
Bonneville Salt Flats to Elfin Cove, Alaska Part II
From one of the most adventurous and beautiful places on the planet Matt and guest discover the wildness of Alaska in a fresh water inlet filled with salmon and bears. Gordy Wrobel and Charlie Fannin of the Cove Lodge deliver a breathtaking tour of our nations most pristine and amazing wilderness with orcas, humpbacks, bears and the most abundant source of fishing standing by.
FIRST AIRING: 04/08/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISDOE3
Demolition Derby to South Padre Island, Texas
Off a dusty road in northern Utah thousands gather every year to see the hottest ticket in town: the Kamas Demolition Derby! While the 40 mph head on collisions of cars is compelling, host Matt Eastman is there for a decidedly different purpose, to find out if anyone knows what a red fish is. Matt takes one complete stranger at the derby over 1600 miles to South Padre Island, Texas to fish with his father in-law, Captain Paul Munarriz, a guide for Speckled Trout and Redfish.
FIRST AIRING: 04/15/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE4
Orange City, California to British Columbia
From the Internationl Street Fair in Orange City, California Matt riffles thru thousands of participants to surprise a complete stranger with the fishing trip of a lifetime to the West Coast Fishing Club. King Salmon or Chinook as the Canadians call them are one of the most prized fish in the waters just outside The West Coast Fishing Club in British Columbia. A Tyee, a Chinook over 30lbs, is the ultimate catch but in these Canadian waters 200 plus halibut Coho and sharks can also grab on the line.
FIRST AIRING: 04/22/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE5
Orange City, California to British Columbia
An ice cream parlor owner is whisked away on an all expenses paid fishing trip of a lifetime for trophy Chinook at the West Coast Fishing Club in British Columbia. It’s all about catching a Tyee or Chinook over 30 pounds. Soon a bet is made: the first to catch a Tyee gets ice cream in the face.
FIRST AIRING: 04/29/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE6
Sled to Red
A giant Mosquito zooming down an icy hill? An 8 piece scrabble board set slides not too far behind? It’s commonplace at the 4th annual Art Sled Rally in Minneapolis, MN. Matt checks out the most creative and unusual sleds while looking for a complete stranger to take to Buras, LA, the best place in the country for red fish. Ryan Lambert with Cajun’ Fishing Adventures guides Matt and the surprise guest to countless reds at the Mississippi delta. An announcement is made about a million dollar fishing competition.
FIRST AIRING: 05/06/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE7
Chicago to Tropic Star Lodge, Panama
At the corner of Michigan and Randolph a Chicago lawyer is surprised with an all expense paid fishing trip of a lifetime to Tropic Star Lodge in Pinas Bay, Panama. The only trick? He has 5 minutes and two phone calls to rearrange a business trip, his son’s basketball game, a wedding, a commercial shoot and countless depositions. The question is: does he have the guts to head to Tropic Star Lodge for a chance at 700 plus pound marlin?
FIRST AIRING: 05/13/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE8
Chicago to Tropic Star Lodge, Panama Part II
From what’s been called the best place in the world to fish, David “Bronco” Bryant completes his fishing trip of a lifetime with a 3 plus hour battle on a blue marlin that tests this lawyer’s resolve. Questions remain on the true size of his catch. The lawyer from Chicago still has not rest his case.
FIRST AIRING: 05/20/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE9
Valentine's Day to Los Suenos, Costa Rica
Moved by an email sent in by a viewer, Matt surprises a woman and her husband with an all expense paid trip to Los Suenos Resort and Marina over Valentine’s Day. The “Fandango” takes the couple to some of the best waters in the world for sailfish and a chance to have dreams come true.
FIRST AIRING: 05/27/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE10
Seattle, Washington to Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaii is traditionally known to the casual fisherman as marlin, ono and mahi mahi country but to those who love to fly fish they know Hawaii as one of the best spots in the world to catch trophy bonefish. Under the flight path of Honolulu International Airport, Matt and one completely surprised guest search for and see bonefish well over 10 lbs. A true fishing trip of a lifetime unfolds when Matt’s surprised guest hooks into a screaming ghost of the flats. It’s why angler’s the world over go Hawaiin bonefishing with Coach Duff on the flats of Oahu. The only question is will he land a personal best bone fish.
FIRST AIRING: 06/03/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE11
Allen, Texas to Situk River, Alaska
At the grand opening of a new outdoor retail store in Allen, Texas Matt finds the perfect outdoor enthusiast for the adventure of a lifetime: a two day float down the Situk river in Alaska.
FIRST AIRING: 06/10/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE12
The Canyons Ski Resort to Costa Rica
When swimming, costumes and skiing mix at the Spring Gruv at Canyon’s ski resort in Park City, UT no one is expecting to be whisked away on an all expense paid fishing trip of a lifetime to the Silver King Lodge in Costa Rica. But one completely surprised costumed pond skimmer has an adventure they will never forget chasing down 150 plus pound tarpon in the gulf of the Rio Colorado.
FIRST AIRING: 06/17/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
EPISODE13
Finale
The best moments from the best fishing spots on the planet this year! Plus Matt revisits past guests to see how the fishing trip of a lifetime has changed their lives. And in a "Wanna Go Fishing?" first Matt surprises over 20 people at once with a special fishing trip of a lifetime.
FIRST AIRING: 06/24/2011 9pm Eastern
Each show reairs the next day (Saturday) at 1:30am, 7:00am and 3:30pm eastern |
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EPISODE1
Baja Mexico to Cabo San Lucas, BCS, MEXICO Airdates: Week of March 26th
Guest: Keith Russell
Hotel: Bahia Hotel
Fish: Dorado, Tuna, Striped Marlin
Boat: Baja Cantina
Event: Reel Life Adventures
From an impoverished neighborhood in Baja Mexico, host Matt Eastman will be giving away a fishing trip of a lifetime. Matt will persuade, one devoted volunteer, giving to those in need, from Reel Life Adventures, to leave their duties behind and go fishing in Cabo San Lucas. Where they will stay at the luxurious Bahia Hotel and fish with Baja Cantina. |
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EPISODE2
Park City Ski Swap to South Padre Island, Texas
Airdates: Week of April 2nd
Guest: Patrick Giblin
Hotel: Isla Grand
Outfitters: Island Outfitters
Fish: Redfish / Sea Trout
Food: Laguna Bob / Pirates Landing
Event: Park City Ski Swap
From his hometown of Park City, Utah, host Matt Eastman will convince one person to leave the greatest ski swap, to fish with Island Outfitters in South Padre Island, Texas. Spooky redfish and high winds will make this trip tough, but Matt can’t resist bringing a lucky guest, to a place that is so close to his heart. |
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EPISDOE3
Zoo Miami to Islamorada, Florida
Airdates: Week of April 9th
Guest: Chad Douglas / Carl Burch
Hotel: La Jolla
Fish:
Marina:
Event: Zoo Miami
At Zoo Miami, their mission is to promote knowledge of the world’s wildlife and help conserve it for future generations. It is a perfect location for host Matt Eastman, to pick two zoo workers, to take them fishing in their own back yard of Islamorada Florida with Capt. Jeremy Pfaffendorf. |
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EPISODE4
Atlanta to Tropic Star Lodge (Part I)
Airdates: Week of April 16th
Guest: Anoop Bhamdari
Lodge: Tropic Star Lodge
Fish: Dorado, 100lb Yellowfin Tuna, 100lb Sailfish
Boats: 31 Bertram’s
Event: Atlanta Falcons Game Tailgating
Bird costumes, corn hole, crazed fans and tailgating is what this Atlanta Falcons game is all about. Host Matt Eastman, will select a devoted fan, to join him at one of the greatest fishing locations; Tropic Star Lodge, in Pinas Bay Panama. They will embark on a journey, to the Panama Canal and learn about conservation efforts at Tropic Star, while setting out to catch marlin. |
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EPISODE5
Atlanta to Tropic Star Lodge (Part II)
Airdates: Week of April 23rd
Guest: Anoop Bhamdari
Lodge: Tropic Star Lodge
Fish: Dorado, Tuna, Sailfish
Boats: 31 Bertram’s
Event: Atlanta Falcons Tailgate
Epic inshore fishing, non-stop Dorado bites, Tuna and Sailfish, won’t stop Matt and his guest, from getting what they came for; a big blue or black marlin. From lush hikes in the rainforest, to setting turtles free, this will be one trip Matt and his guest will never forget. |
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EPISODE6
Monster Truck Winter Nationals to Hooked On Panama Lodge
Airdates: Week of April 30th
Guest: Mary (Hanna) Kindred
Lodge: Hooked On Panama Lodge
Boat: Shallow Sport
Event: Monster Truck Winter Nationals
Fish: Sailfish
From the Monster Truck Winter Nationals in Mesquite Texas, to Hooked On Panama Lodge in Northern Panama. Host Matt Eastman will give one lucky guest, an all expense paid fishing trip that is sure to change their life. Not much can compare to the experience this guest will have, as they catch the biggest fish of their life. |
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EPISODE7
Fort Worth, Texas to Los Suenos Resort & Marina
3rd quarter
Guest: Stephen Anderson
Lodge: Los Suenos Resort & Marina
Fish: Sailfish
Boat:
Event: Fort Worth Cabela’s
The Renaissance Period is the theme of this show, as host Matt Eastman and his guest start dialog on the boat like never before. Filled with double- edged action, Matt will get a whole new perspective on this era of classical antiquity. As he and his guest, go to one of the greatest sailfish fisheries in the world, Los Suenos Resort & Marina in Costa Rica. |
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EPISODE8
Albuquerque to Silver King Lodge, Costa Rica
3rd quarter
Lodge: Silver King Lodge
Event: Duke City Derby Roller Derby
Fish: Tarpon
It’s roller derby time, as the season opener for the Duke City Derby in Albuquerque, New Mexico gets underway. One roller derby contestant will have to give up the fist game of the season, to fish for giant Tarpon, at the Silver King Lodge in Costa Rica. Howler monkeys, crocodiles and thick rain forests won’t stop this guest, as they slam into non-stop action at Silver King. |
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EPISODE9
Tulalip Washington to Yakutat, Alaska
3rd quarter Guest:
Event: Grand Open of Cabela’s Tulalip Washington
Lodge: Glacier Bear Lodge
Fish: Steelhead
At the grand opening of a new outdoor retail store, in Tulalip Washington, host Matt Eastman finds the perfect outdoor enthusiast. This guest is in for an unforgettable adventure, a two-day float down the Situk River in Yakutat Alaska. |
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