David Tantrum from Waterford has been in touch to report on the new season at Carrigavantry and Knockaderry reservoirs.

The photo shows the three new 18ft hire boats and the security fence co-funded by Inland Fisheries Ireland.

 

Boats ready for action
Boats ready for action

 

Knockaderry and Carrigavantry have had their first stocking with one kilo rainbows; both lakes also hold a large population of over-wintered fish that have fed hard due to the mild weather, as the stomach contents of this 2 kilo fish show!

 

This 2kg rainbow had been feeding hard on freshwater shrimp.
This 2kg rainbow had been feeding hard on freshwater shrimp.

 

If you don’t fancy rowing you can use an electric engine or fish from the shore at Carrigavantry All are welcome check out our facebook and web site www.waterfordflyfishing.ie

 

Waterford City and County Trout Angling Association

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