The newest skipper to join the cast of Cold Water Cowboys says Discovery Canada threw him into the deep end. Not only was this his first foray into television, but the fisherman was also asked to perform a job he'd never done.

"When you shove someone out of a skiff that don't have a clue, it's a challenge that's for sure," Rick Crane told CBC Radio's Corner Brook Morning.

For the last two seasons, fans of the documentary show have watched Newfoundland fishermen brave the elements to get their catch.

Crane said he was first approached by the show when it was looking to cast a young skipper. But, at that time, he had issues with his boat and wasn't able to film.

Read the full story at CBC News Newfoundland >>

Read more about Cold Water Cowboys >>