Saltwater Underground with Nick Honachefsky has been recognized with three Telly Awards, earning two Silver Telly Awards and one Bronze Telly Award for its distinctive approach to saltwater fishing television and its genuine, relatable portrayal of fishing destinations, industry characters and coastal cuisine.
“I’m honored for Saltwater Underground with Nick Honachefsky to be recognized by the prestigious Telly Awards as an entertaining, realistic look into the pursuit of fishing and traveling lifestyle of anglers from all walks of life,” said Honachefsky, adding “It’s an authentic, relatable production showcasing anglers’ personalities, knowledge and passion and I believe that connects to the viewer in an inviting way.”
The show took honors in the highly competitive Travel and Tourism, Sports, and Education and Discovery categories, competing against top network productions from over 13,000 entries globally. The 47th annual Telly Awards honor excellence in television and video worldwide across all broadcast, linear, streaming and digital platforms, recognizing outstanding work in storytelling, production quality, creativity, and impact.
“It’s uplifting the TV industry’s top judges recognized the show has immense staying power, attraction and draw,” said Honachefsky, while adding “I believe viewers can appreciate the program is not necessarily just about tips, tackle and fishing, but highlights the coastal maritime culture and lifestyle that make our industry unique and engaging to the everyday viewer who wants to be entertained, educated and inspired.”
A longtime Field Editor at The Fisherman Magazine, Honachefsky’s Saltwater Underground offers a mix of expert fishing insight, high-energy on-the-water action and strong Northeast identity; find it on YouTube or Waypoint TV.
