Guide Jason O’Riordan of Game Fishing Ireland fills us in on how last weekend’s competition went in Waterford:
Last Saturday the Knockaderry Cup was held and a total of 44 trout were landed with the largest trout being 64cm (caught by Kevin Lafford). That’s a cracking fish!
The top rods on the day were:
- Barry Healy (7 fish)
- Paul Owens (5 fish)
- Michael Twohig (4 fish)
Feedback from the competitors was very positive and a massive well done to all who took part and also those who worked very hard organising the event (Dunbulogue and District Anglers, Mike Drinan and Michael Sheehan).
Prizes were sponsored by:
Soldarini Fly Tackle, Hanak Fly Tackle, Airflo, Tony O’Sullivan, Seamus Butler, Michael Twohig, Sean O’Keefe, John Drinan, Ballyduff Bridge Fisheries (Maurice Cahill), and Clonanav.
To make a booking with Jason contact..
Jason O’Riordan
Mackenzie Pro Guide and an IFFF Qualified Fly Casting Instructor
Notes: Jason has a lifetime of experience in fishing and guiding on the rivers, lakes and coastline in the area. Jason has given talks on fishing techniques at the leading angling shows in Ireland. Game Fishing Ireland offers guided packages for salmon, river trout, lake trout and saltwater game species. Fishing packages can vary in price depending on the target species and time of year. A typical package can include permits, travel, guiding, and packed lunch. Tackle hire is also available.
Address: Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.
Telephone: +353 (0) 87 296 5712
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.gamefishingireland.ie
FLY FISHING ON KNOCKADERRY CARRIGAVANTRY BALLYSCANLON
Carrigavantry – This 30 acre reservoir is hidden in the hills behind Tramore. The lake can be fished from the dam and road and the rest of the lake shore needs waders. The deepest part is the island at 10 feet.Prolific hatches of lake olives and damsels occur. Stocking is with both browns and rainbows. You could loose your catch here to a 20lb Pike!
Knockaderry – The deepest part of the lake is 24 feet at the dam tower, the average depth is 6ft and this results in good weed growth. Trout fatten fast in this fertile water on caddis, snails and stickle backs, while lake olives,buzzers sedges and damsels bring on prolific rises. This 80 acre reservoir is a traditional top of the water drift fishery.
New members are welcome and an active programme of fly tuition is pursued to encourage beginners and get our youth out into the countryside.
For Information about Wheelie Boat, day permits and membership ‘Click here for information’Here For Information
To place a booking…
David Tantrum,
Waterford City and County Trout Angling Association
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.waterfordflyfishing.ie
Phone: 051-384428 – Pat Smith (Treasurer) + Wheelie Boat Bookings
