Fishing for HistorySeason 1

Mike Lenton and Justin Gerbrandt, seasoned commercial fishermen, embark on a North American adventure to perfect magnet fishing. Along the way, they uncover hidden treasures and meet fascinating people with stories of their own.

Where to Watch Fishing for History • Season 1

13 Episodes

The Hunt for T-33
E1
The Hunt for T-33Novice magnet fishermen, Justin Gerbrandt (from Ice Vikings) and Mike Lenton (from Ice Vikings) scour massive Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada for remnants of a Cold War era fighter jet crash. Then Toban makes a shocking discovery when analyzing what they find.
Land Grabs & Power Plays
E2
Land Grabs & Power PlaysIn the early 1940s, the US government created the Tennessee Valley Authority so they could create hydroelectric power for a secret military project, as a result, people were displaced and entire towns were flooded out.
Canada's Howard Hughes
E3
Canada's Howard HughesMillionaire Donald Bain loved his private hunting lodge on the shores of Lake Manitoba, so much so he'd greet strangers with a shotgun and turned away Hollywood royalty.
The Battle of Stones River
E4
The Battle of Stones RiverJustin and Mike visit Murfreesboro, Tennessee, site of one of the fiercest battles between the Union and Confederate armies. Toban visits Mike's General store with the Tennessee artifacts and gets a surprise lesson in British Royalty.
Space Rocks & UFOs
E5
Space Rocks & UFOsFaith and good sense are tested when Justin and Mike search two lakes near the Ontario border, hoping to find proof of a famous UFO encounter and remnants from an ancient meteor; Toban visits the geology department at the University of Manitoba.
Fast Times & Moonshine
E6
Fast Times & MoonshineWilkes County, N.C. is the birthplace of two American institutions, NASCAR and some of the finest moonshine known to man; for Justin and Mike, this might be the equivalent of magnet fishing heaven.
Ships, Trains & Waterways
E7
Ships, Trains & WaterwaysJustin and Mike scour the junction of the mighty Red and Assiniboine Rivers at the historical meeting place known as The Forks; their search leads them down ancient trade routes where they learn about shipbuilding and repair in the port of Selkirk.
Prisoners in Our Own Country
E8
Prisoners in Our Own CountryThe tale of Japanese Canadian internment camps in the Kootenay region of British Columbia lures Mike and Justin westward; the smallest of items they find leads Toban to a confirmation.
Galloping Gertie
E9
Galloping GertieOne of the worst engineering failures to ever be captured on film is all Justin and Mike need to plan a visit to Tacoma, Wash.; things get weirder in Olympia when they learn of shanty towns, beer and a rumored ancient civilization.
Hollywood Blew up Our Bridge
E10
Hollywood Blew up Our BridgeSilent movie trivia really isn't in Justin and Mike's wheelhouse but they can't resist Buster Keaton's legacy in Cottage Grove, Ore.; they get an unexpected dose of "Gold Fever," which forces Toban to seek out precious metals and equine expertise.
If You Sink It, They Will Come
E11
If You Sink It, They Will ComeWhen historically low water levels in Texas begin to reveal intentionally sunken ships from World War One, Justin and Mike take a trip to the Lone Star State. What they find is a mystery that predates the war and sends Toban to a local museum for help.
Mining Ghosts
E12
Mining GhostsGold and silver mining in the Kootenay Mountains created overnight cities and a legion of millionaires. Justin and Mike visit Sandon, BC to learn the history of the boom/bust cycles and experience some luck of their own.
Bigfoot, Big Spurs
E13
Bigfoot, Big SpursDreams of steam ships near Jefferson, Texas, lead Justin and Mike to discover a town swimming in history. From the American Civil War to murder mysteries and a paranormal presence that makes Jefferson the hot ticket for Bigfoot sightings in America.