Kit Dunne has been trying hard to further develop the east coast shark angling product. In particular he is trying to establish the possibility of regular porbeagle fishing. Last week he brought out a willing crew from Kilmore Quay to to do a bit of test fishing. They left early on the morning of 27 August  in perfect conditions heading for the Celtics Deeps, about 30 miles offshore. Travelling and drinking coffee they were thrilled to see porpoises, dolphins and even minke whales. When they started fishing things only got better.

Blue shark - 0ne of 24 caught on the day
Blue shark – 0ne of 24 caught on the day

Kit tells us, “Alan Ball and his crew had 24 Blue Shark and a Porbeagle on Saturday with me. Has to be one of my most memorable days ever, on top of the shark we saw Porpoise, Minkie whales, Tuna on the feed and loads of Dolphins along side throughout the day and on the way home.”

 

Porbeagle shark
Porbeagle shark
Alan Ball and Kit with another shark
Alan Ball and Kit with another shark

Kit has more trips planned before the end of this season, out of both Wicklow and kilmore Quay. If you’re an adventurous sort willing to embark on these voyages of discovery contac Kit to book a place on the next outing.

Go fishing…

Angling Charters are offered on a full-day, half-day and evening trip basis and can be tailored to suit your needs. Two boats available – Lisin andCastle Maiden. All levels of anglers are catered for. Anglers will benefit from your skipper’s angling experience and local knowledge with advice and guidance on-hand at all times.

SPECIALIST ANGLING CHARTERS

Specialist Angling Charters are offered for those who wish to target specific species, specimen fish or try new methods of angling.

ANGLING COACHING

Whether you’re a Club, Individual, School or Junior you can have an angling coaching session or programme tailored to suit your needs.

Kit Dunne
Wicklow Boat Charters

Telephone: +353 (0)87 6832179 +353 (0)404 67031
Email: [email protected] Website: www.wicklowboatcharters.ie

Blue shark of about 160cm
Blue shark of about 160cm