Sixteen anglers entered Heat 1 of the Annamoe Winter League. The day was overcast, mild, dull and the light breeze caused a small ripple on the lake. The conditions were good for dry fly such as Daddy Longlegs but most anglers opted for lures, small nymphs and boobies on sink tips.Ā The competition was heldĀ  overĀ  four hours, with anglers changing pegs on the hour.Ā The winner Patrick McDonnell from Dublin got off to a good start landing four of his total catch of tenĀ  on his first peg. Ten anglers landed a total of thirty six rainbows averaging 3lbs.each.

Results:

  • 1st. Patrick Mc Donnell.
  • 2nd. Pat Mc Donnell
  • 3rd.Robbie Scott.

Heat 2 is scheduled for Saturday 5th. Nov.Ā Enteries to Brian Nally @086/2598563

ANNAMOEĀ  TROUTĀ  FISHERIES: Ā FLY FISHING COMPETITIONSĀ AND UPCOMINGĀ  EVENTS

EVENT DATES:

  • Sat. 15th Oct.
  • Sat. 5th Nov.
  • Sat. 19th Nov.
  • Sat. 3rd Dec.
  • Sat.28th Jan.

Start Time 10.30 until 2.30

PrizesĀ  1st , 2nd & 3rd In each event including a prize for the largest & smallest fish (excluding the winners).

After the 4 events there will be 2 prizes of tickets for fishing for 2 persons forĀ Sea Trout on theĀ Clohamon Beat,Bunclody on theĀ River Slaney ( use between 15th June &15th July 2012).

Winners will be decided by accumulative catch over 4 events.In the event of a tie the largest fish will count.

Entry Fee ā‚¬20 per event

Entries to Brian Nally Mob. 086/2598563