Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Addictions counselor, Frank Leaney, and the group target pike in kayaks on Petrie Island at the Ottawa River. They discuss the importance of goals and community while navigating sobriety.
#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.
Petrie Island | Get Hooked | Episode 3 | TVO Docs
00:00 - Why Fishing Brings Us Together
01:10 - Why Does Fishing Quiet the Mind?
02:45 - Journey to Petrie Island
04:05 - Meet Frank, Our Kayak Fishing Guide
05:40 - Where Is Petrie Island on the Ottawa River?
06:40 - What Is a Northern Pike?
08:10 - How Does Kayak Fishing Work?
10:10 - Kayak Fishing Gear for Beginners
12:20 - How to Fish a Texas Rig in Weeds
14:20 - Frog Fishing and Topwater Lures Explained
16:15 - Searching for Pike on the Water
18:30 - How Fishing Helped Frank Recover from Addiction
21:45 - The Sixties Scoop and Reconnecting with Culture
Addictions counselor, Frank Leaney, and the group target pike in kayaks on Petrie Island at the Ottawa River. They discuss the importance of goals and community while navigating sobriety.
#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.
Petrie Island | Get Hooked | Episode 3 | TVO Docs
00:00 - Why Fishing Brings Us Together
01:10 - Why Does Fishing Quiet the Mind?
02:45 - Journey to Petrie Island
04:05 - Meet Frank, Our Kayak Fishing Guide
05:40 - Where Is Petrie Island on the Ottawa River?
06:40 - What Is a Northern Pike?
08:10 - How Does Kayak Fishing Work?
10:10 - Kayak Fishing Gear for Beginners
12:20 - How to Fish a Texas Rig in Weeds
14:20 - Frog Fishing and Topwater Lures Explained
16:15 - Searching for Pike on the Water
18:30 - How Fishing Helped Frank Recover from Addiction
21:45 - The Sixties Scoop and Reconnecting with Culture
