Chris Barry from Go Fishing Ireland reports on the pike fishing in the Boyne Valley…
The pike fishing has been in full swing lately with nice fish coming to cast and trolled lures. Despite some challenging weather conditions, visiting anglers have enjoyed good sport.
Jamie Hawsworth and his pals travelled over from Jersey for a long weekend with a bit of pike fishing. They weren’t disappointed as they managed to land some great fish during their day on the water. Topped of with Jamie’s fish of 112cms. They hit Temple Bar that night to celebrate in style. Well done lads!
Gaspard Perez and his dad Franck arrived in Ireland to celebrate his birthday and to topple his previous PB pike of 96cms. He managed to beat this twice in one day with fish of 102cms and, to top it off, a fin-perfect specimen of 113cms. Congratulations Gaspard, and Happy Birthday (Again!)
Since spawning, the pike are active and spreading out over the waterways. We met with big fish in both shallow and deep water across a number of venues in Meath and Cavan. Jerkbaits performed well, as did various shad patterns.
Although targeting pike , it’s impossible to ignore the hatches of Mayfly on some the lakes and soon our attention will turn to trout and hopefully a good season ahead for all. Tight Lines!
Go fishing…
Join us for guided fishing trips on the lakes and rivers of the Boyne Valley region in Meath, Cavan, and Westmeath. Chris is an APGAI qualified fly-casting instructor and fly fishing for pike is a speciality, but we also enjoy lure fishing, trolling and other methods. All equipment can be supplied. Newcomers to fishing are welcome and we can provide instruction and tuition in all methods. Contact: chris@gofishingireland.ie Web: www.gofishingireland.ie
