Houston, TX - Nicker
Communications has set the initial program lineup for the December 15th launch
of its online, on-demand equestrian television network. With 25+ channels
scheduled for activation within the first 45 days of its online service, the
company will go live with ten channels for its beta test launch.
Providing a wide selection of unique equestrian channels all
dedicated to a variety of horse-oriented themes and subjects, NickerNetwork is
the first Internet-based, on-demand multi-channel television network targeted to
the horse world.
Initial channels include CowboyTV, DownTheStretchTV,
Hunter/JumperTV, NaturalHorsemanshipTV, LongEarsTV, PegasusTV, PiaffeTV,
TrainerTV, VetBarnTV and WorldOfHorsesTV, to be followed shortly by
CrossCountryTV, NoviceHorsemanTV, StadiumJumpingTV, Blinkers&TugsTV,
HorseCareTV, the indvidual trainer channels and
more.
Some of the featured programming available on December 15
will include the reining competition from the FEI 2006 World Equestrian Games,
the 2007 European Championships in Dressage, Eventing and Showjumping, and
numerous original documentary and training series covering many aspects of the
horse world. The variety of channels and programming will grow substantially
during 2008 as the network creates its own original programs and
series.
With program libraries representing hundreds of hours of
high-quality television and video programming focused on the horseworld, and
exclusive new program series being produced just for NickerNetwork, NickerTV
presents a viable and potent alternative to traditional television networks for
viewers.
Utilizing a single website that functions as the portal to a
television distribution system, it mimics the structure of a cable or satellite
company, yet with a worldwide -- not domestic -- customer base. The advertising
structure is completely geo-specific; video ads are delivered according to the
global location of the viewer.
Not only is the ad-supported NickerNetwork available at no
cost to its viewers, rental and purchase download options are available for
every program.
The founder of Nicker Communications, Sally Lasater, said,
"According to a recent article in the Los Angeles Times, the entertainment
giants have proclaimed that the future lies online. Within the not so distant
future, their vast libraries of television shows and movies will be available
online, and on-demand. People will soon be able to watch on their own schedule.
Today, Nicker is on the cutting edge of this technology and will provide access
to the viewing public for producers of high-quality equestrian programming who
have found themselves locked out or out-priced trying to get their shows on-air.
It's now a whole new ball game."
Nicker Network will be available to anyone with a broadband
connection anywhere in the world. Content providers, including producers
specializing in all areas of equestrian lifestyles and disciplines, are invited
to contact the company for program submission
information.
Content provider and advertising information is now available
on the Nicker website.