Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Demeisha Dennis and the group go fly fishing on the Madawaska River and learn about Indigenous technology from Christine Luckasavitch. They reflect on the importance of creating community when you don't have one.
#documentary #freedocumentary #fishing
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How does fishing help improve mental health?
Fishing promotes mindfulness, reduces stress, and creates space for reflection, which can help manage anxiety and improve emotional wellbeing.
Why is fishing meaningful for LGBTQ+ communities?
For many LGBTQ+ individuals, fishing offers a non-judgmental environment where identity, community, and mental health can be explored safely.
What is Get Hooked about?
Get Hooked is a documentary series about LGBTQ+ anglers in Canada who use fishing as a tool for mental health, connection, and self-discovery.
Is fishing considered a form of therapy?
While not formal therapy, fishing is widely recognized as a therapeutic activity due to its calming effects and ability to foster mental clarity.
Where is Get Hooked filmed?
The series is filmed across Ontario, Canada, showcasing lakes, forests, and natural landscapes that enhance its reflective tone.
Does Get Hooked feature any well-known actors?
Yes, the series includes actress Faye Marsay, known for her roles in major television productions.
00:00 Why Fishing Creates Community
01:30 Meet the Get Hooked Crew
02:12 Learning to Fly Fish on the Madawaska River
02:59 Meet Fly Angler Demiesha Dennis
03:20 Fishing in Unceded Algonquin Territory
03:42 Conservation and Protecting Fishing Spaces
04:19 What Fish Live in the Madawaska River?
04:57 First-Time Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass
05:50 Essential Fly Fishing Gear Explained
06:21 How to Choose the Right Fly
06:34 What Does "Match the Hatch" Mean?
07:03 Gratitude, Nature, and Being Present Outdoors
07:41 How to Do a Fly Fishing Roll Cast
08:36 Fly Fishing Safety on the Water
09:20 Why Fishing Isn't Always About Catching Fish
10:22 Catching a First Smallmouth Bass on the Fly
10:49 Life Lessons from Crossing a River
11:16 How Demiesha Dennis Discovered Fishing
11:51 Challenging Stereotypes in Fly Fishing
12:30 Building Community When You Don't Have One
13:10 A Bigger Smallmouth Bass on the Line
14:00 Meeting Algonquin Knowledge Keeper Christine Luckasavitch
14:44 What Is Unceded Algonquin Territory?
15:05 The Story of the American Eel
15:53 How Hydroelectric Dams Impact Fish Populations
16:15 Indigenous Principles of Sustainable Harvesting
16:46 Indigenous Technology and the Canoe
17:12 How Birch Bark Canoes Are Made
17:29 The Five Trees That Build a Canoe
18:11 Cedar, Spruce, and Traditional Canoe Construction
18:55 Reflections on Travel, Opportunity, and Identity
19:22 Saying Goodbye to New Friends
19:49 Next Time on Get Hooked
Algonquin Park | Get Hooked | Episode 1 | TVO Docs
Demeisha Dennis and the group go fly fishing on the Madawaska River and learn about Indigenous technology from Christine Luckasavitch. They reflect on the importance of creating community when you don't have one.
#documentary #freedocumentary #fishing
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About TVO Docs:
TVO exists to ignite the potential in everyone through the power of learning. Our thought-provoking TVO documentaries enable you to explore social, political and current affairs through a diverse range of storytelling perspectives. New docs are added all the time, so be sure to subscribe to our channel for regular updates.
How does fishing help improve mental health?
Fishing promotes mindfulness, reduces stress, and creates space for reflection, which can help manage anxiety and improve emotional wellbeing.
Why is fishing meaningful for LGBTQ+ communities?
For many LGBTQ+ individuals, fishing offers a non-judgmental environment where identity, community, and mental health can be explored safely.
What is Get Hooked about?
Get Hooked is a documentary series about LGBTQ+ anglers in Canada who use fishing as a tool for mental health, connection, and self-discovery.
Is fishing considered a form of therapy?
While not formal therapy, fishing is widely recognized as a therapeutic activity due to its calming effects and ability to foster mental clarity.
Where is Get Hooked filmed?
The series is filmed across Ontario, Canada, showcasing lakes, forests, and natural landscapes that enhance its reflective tone.
Does Get Hooked feature any well-known actors?
Yes, the series includes actress Faye Marsay, known for her roles in major television productions.
00:00 Why Fishing Creates Community
01:30 Meet the Get Hooked Crew
02:12 Learning to Fly Fish on the Madawaska River
02:59 Meet Fly Angler Demiesha Dennis
03:20 Fishing in Unceded Algonquin Territory
03:42 Conservation and Protecting Fishing Spaces
04:19 What Fish Live in the Madawaska River?
04:57 First-Time Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass
05:50 Essential Fly Fishing Gear Explained
06:21 How to Choose the Right Fly
06:34 What Does "Match the Hatch" Mean?
07:03 Gratitude, Nature, and Being Present Outdoors
07:41 How to Do a Fly Fishing Roll Cast
08:36 Fly Fishing Safety on the Water
09:20 Why Fishing Isn't Always About Catching Fish
10:22 Catching a First Smallmouth Bass on the Fly
10:49 Life Lessons from Crossing a River
11:16 How Demiesha Dennis Discovered Fishing
11:51 Challenging Stereotypes in Fly Fishing
12:30 Building Community When You Don't Have One
13:10 A Bigger Smallmouth Bass on the Line
14:00 Meeting Algonquin Knowledge Keeper Christine Luckasavitch
14:44 What Is Unceded Algonquin Territory?
15:05 The Story of the American Eel
15:53 How Hydroelectric Dams Impact Fish Populations
16:15 Indigenous Principles of Sustainable Harvesting
16:46 Indigenous Technology and the Canoe
17:12 How Birch Bark Canoes Are Made
17:29 The Five Trees That Build a Canoe
18:11 Cedar, Spruce, and Traditional Canoe Construction
18:55 Reflections on Travel, Opportunity, and Identity
19:22 Saying Goodbye to New Friends
19:49 Next Time on Get Hooked
Algonquin Park | Get Hooked | Episode 1 | TVO Docs
