Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
What REALLY goes on behind the scenes of the Toronto Sportsman Show?
In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we sit down with show manager Mike Blake to break down how one of Canada’s biggest outdoor events has evolved, what’s new this year, and why it still matters to anglers, hunters, and outdoor families.
But that’s not all…
We also dive into a bizarre real-life story of a man caught stealing over $1,000 worth of fishing lures from a Canadian Tire, and discuss what it says about the fishing industry today.
Plus:
-Fan question: the strangest places we’ve been recognized
-The reality of fishing theft and black-market gear
-Season 40 updates and behind-the-scenes insights
-Why the Sportsman Show is still a must-visit event
If you’re into fishing, hunting, outdoor shows, or Canadian outdoor culture, this episode is packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
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One of Canada's longest-running fishing shows, Fish'n Canada travels from coast to coast in search of trophy fishing opportunities. First started by brothers Angelo and Reno Viola in 1986, The Fish’n Canada Show has been on the air for over 30 years. Today, Angelo is joined by lifelong fishing buddy, Peter Bowman, and the pair continue to travel across Canada educating anglers using the experience they’ve gained over the years
What REALLY goes on behind the scenes of the Toronto Sportsman Show?
In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we sit down with show manager Mike Blake to break down how one of Canada’s biggest outdoor events has evolved, what’s new this year, and why it still matters to anglers, hunters, and outdoor families.
But that’s not all…
We also dive into a bizarre real-life story of a man caught stealing over $1,000 worth of fishing lures from a Canadian Tire, and discuss what it says about the fishing industry today.
Plus:
-Fan question: the strangest places we’ve been recognized
-The reality of fishing theft and black-market gear
-Season 40 updates and behind-the-scenes insights
-Why the Sportsman Show is still a must-visit event
If you’re into fishing, hunting, outdoor shows, or Canadian outdoor culture, this episode is packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
Subscribe for more episodes of Outdoor Journal Radio every week.
Listen to our Podcast, Outdoor Journal Radio: The Podcast
► Spotify: spoti.fi/3J0klPY
► Apple Music: apple.co/3CtzZkp
► Subscribe bit.ly/youtube-fishncanada
Don't forget to leave a COMMENT and give us a LIKE if you enjoyed what you saw. SUBSCRIBE for new videos and episodes released weekly!
CONNECT WITH US
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► WEBSITE fishncanada.com
► FACEBOOK facebook.com/FishnCanada
► INSTAGRAM instagram.com/fishncanadaofficial/?hl=en
► TWITTER twitter.com/angeloviolafnc
One of Canada's longest-running fishing shows, Fish'n Canada travels from coast to coast in search of trophy fishing opportunities. First started by brothers Angelo and Reno Viola in 1986, The Fish’n Canada Show has been on the air for over 30 years. Today, Angelo is joined by lifelong fishing buddy, Peter Bowman, and the pair continue to travel across Canada educating anglers using the experience they’ve gained over the years
