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Update on 26th Irish Winter Shore Angling Festival.

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David Byrne
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A Great Flounder Taken Today at Old Bawn

Warren Doyle reports that the 26th Irish Winter Shore Angling Festival was held on the beaches of East Wexford from the 23rd to the 25th of January 2014. Anglers from Ireland North & South, England, Scotland & Wales made the event a true International competition.The event was sponsored by TronixPro and Viking Tackle. The check-in was held at Seàn Òg’s Hotel, Kilmuckridge on Thursday morning where 67 anglers signed in & received their ‘goody bags’ of Tronix gear.

The first session was fished from Ballinoulart Beach & the 5 hour session commenced at noon. Fishing started off very well with some good flounders landed from the first cast. Flat fish dominated the day’s catch with very few round fish captured.

Quality Flounder at the Irish Winter Shore Angling Festival
Quality Flounder at the Irish Winter Shore Angling Festival

Best catch of the session & winner in Zone B was past winner Dave Roe with 30 fish for 790 points. Paul Whelan from Ballybrack reigned supreme in Zone D with 29 fish for 744 points. Scots raider Billy Buckley dominated in Zone C with 26 fish for 683 points. These 3 anglers also topped the superpool standings on Day 1. Supremo in Zone A was Wexford’s James Gordon with 23 fish for 596 points.

Best flat fish of the day was a 38cm flounder for Bray’s Paul Tyndall & best round fish was a 29cm whiting for Waterford’s Alan Mulcahy. A total of 846 fish were captured & returned alive.

The second session was fished from Old Bawn beach which was a new venue for the tournament. The fishing started off very slowly with very few fish landed in the first hour. Slowly the numbers started to increase with the ‘usual suspects’ finding their targets. With fish being scarce some epic battles were in progress along the beach.

Last year’s runner up Scotsman Kevin Lewis on peg 2 was locked in battle with Ballybrack man Shay O’Neill on peg 3 in Zone A. Kevin’s 13 fish won this skirmish but it was not good enough to take the zone honours which went to Ballybrack’s Karl Whelan with 14 fish for 374 points.

The battle in Zone B was between 2 Scots anglers, Billy Buckley & Jimmy Connell. Jimmy eventually prevailed with 11 fish for 318 points.

Zone C started with a fish for fish struggle between Courtown’s Joe Byrne & Bray man Paul Tyndall. As the day progressed Seàn Ivory from Dublin/Killybegs & Michèal Quinn from Bray came thundering into contention. This surge spurred Paul into a late run to win the zone with 18 fish for 482 points.

In Zone D Dave Roe was in the lead from early on. English angler Gareth Griffiths made a valiant effort to catch up but in the end Dave held out to win with 17 fish for 465 points.

At the end of the session the superpool 1,2,3 were Paul Tyndall, Dave Roe & Seàn Ivory. Best flatfish was a 36cm flounder for Micheàl Quinn & best round fish went to Wexford angler James Ryan with a codling. 651 fish were captured & returned alive.

Day 2 results saw the overall standings show Dave Roe still in pole position. Paul Tyndall moved up to second spot & Billy Buckley filled third position.

The final session was fished on Clones Strand. Windy conditions & a rough running sea with lots of weed greeted the anglers. Settling in to confront the conditions anglers started to pull fish at a slow rate. After an hour the conditions abated & the anglers found their targets.

Zone A was topped by past winner & former world champion England’s Chris Clark with 22 fish for 557 points. He was closely followed by Stephen Glynn from Artane with 20 fish for 524 points.

Ballybrack angler Peadair Taite was tops in Zone B with 19 fish for 519 points. He was closely followed by Paul Tyndall with 18 fish.

The Ballybrack onslaught continued in Zone C with Karl Whelan supreme on 23 fish for 637 points. Micheàl Quinn from Bray was a very close runner up also with 23 fish for 634 points.

Joe Byrne got his zone win in Zone D with 22 fish for 598 points.

Best flatfish of the day went to James Gordon with a 36cm flounder. Best round went to another Wexford angler Joe Carley. 889 fish were captured & returned alive.

The superpool 1,2,3 were Karl Whelan, Micheàl Quinn & Joe Byrne.

Changing the Clones venue from Friday as in previous years to Saturday this year proved to be a very good decision with all competitors recording fish. It also turned the results table on it’s head.

The final calculation showed Paul Tyndall & Karl Whelan equal on zone points total. Paul’s overall fish points total saw him declared Champion by 19 points (1471 vs 1452).

The presentation dinner was held in Seàn Òg’s Hotel where anglers & guests sat down to a superb spread.

The presentation of prize money & pools was conducted by event secretary Warren Doyle which followed a speech by EFSA Ireland Chairman George McCullough who thanked all those responsible for making the competition such a spectacular event.

George Cunningham from TronixPro accepted the invitation to present the top prizes which went as follows:

Festival Champion 2014: Paul Tyndall. €500. Waterford Crystal Vase. Cinnetic Rod.

Champion Paul Tyndall Receiving His Cup and Crystal at Sean Og's This Evening
Champion Paul Tyndall Receiving His Cup and Crystal at Sean Og’s

Runner Up: Karl Whelan. Waterford Crystal Vase. Cinnetic Rod.

Third: Chris Clark. Waterford Crystal Vase. Cinnetic Rod.

2 Man Team Champions: Paul Tyndall & Stephen Glynn. Cinnetic reel each.

4 Man Team Champions: Dave Roe, Joe Byrne, James Ryan & Joe Carley. Cinnetic Reel each.

Best Junior over 3 days: Daniel Tucker (Wales) Cinnetic Rod.

Best Junior Day 3 (Special Prize): Seàn Cushen. Cinnetic Rod.

Best Flat Fish: Paul Tyndall. 36cm Flounder. Grauvell Rod

Best Round Fish: Alan Mulcahy. 29cm Whiting. Grauvell Rod.

River Trout Fly fishing course at Ballyduff Bridge Fishery on Sunday April 13th

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IFI Staff
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- A nice trout caught New Zealand style.
- A nice trout caught New Zealand style.

Jason O’Riordan of Game Fishing Ireland is offering anglers the chance to participate in a River Trout Fly fishing Course to be run at the fantastic Ballyduff Bridge Fishery (River Blackwater) on Sunday April 13th 2014 at 9.30am.  At a very affordable price of just €60 per person the course will incorporate:

  • Dry Fly
  • Wet Fly
  • Dry/dropper (New Zealand Style)
  • Nymph Fishing
  • Streamers
- A nice trout caught New Zealand style.
– A nice trout caught New Zealand style.

All aspects of these techniques will be explained including tackle choice, leader set up, fly selection and presentation. The course tuition will last for approximately 4 hours and course participants can fish the beat for trout (catch and release) for the evening. Jason will be available to provide further advice if needed.

He is delighted to be able to announce that he will be joined on the day by Mackenzie Pro Team Guide Maurice Cahill. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to spend time with both a Hardy Greys Approved Guide and a Mackenzie Pro at such an affordable price.

- MacKenzie Pro Guide Maurice Cahill
– MacKenzie Pro Guide Maurice Cahill

All course participants will be provided with a detailed set of course notes. If you want to learn about river trout fly fishing or improve upon your current knowledge book a place by contacting Jason by phone 087 2965712 or e-mail: [email protected].  Places are limited.  A booking deposit of €30 applies.

To make a booking contact..

Jason O’Riordan

Hardy/Greys approved 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

Warmer seas ' making fish smaller' – Irish Independent

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IFI Staff
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Irish Independent - Between 1970 and 2008 the length of haddock in the north part of the North Sea decreased by 29 per cent
Irish Independent - Between 1970 and 2008 the length of haddock in the north part of the North Sea decreased by 29 per cent

A decline in the size of some species of fish in the North Sea could be due to a rise in water temperatures, according to research

Scientists found that the maximum length of haddock, whiting, herring, Norway pout, plaice and sole decreased by as much as 29% over a 38-year period when temperatures in the North Sea increased by between 1C (1.8F) and 2C (3.6F)….
Irish Independent 28/01/2014 Read the article ‘Warmer seas ‘ making fish smaller’‘

Irish Independent - Between 1970 and 2008 the length of haddock in the north part of the North Sea decreased by 29 per cent
Irish Independent – Between 1970 and 2008 the length of haddock in the north part of the North Sea decreased by 29 per cent

Lough Currane at a standstill with storm force WSW to WNW winds

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IFI Staff
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First Salmon caught in Kerry 2014 on the River Flesk
First Salmon caught in Kerry 2014 on the River Flesk

Ghillie/Guide Vincent Appleby reports from  Lough Currane:

23/01/14 There were a few more reported out fishing and going by the lack of sound on my mobile phone, they all failed to register the first Salmon. Wind NW fresh and overcast with heavy showers. Just for the record the Inland fisheries reminded me to let you know that, Anglers are reminded that all kelts must be carefully handled, safely returned and recorded in your logbook.

24/01/14 There was a good flood running down the Commeragh this morning and that was all the action on the Waterville Fishery, because my Noble Anglers took to the high stool and my Noble Salmon Said cheers to that, but I know what I said, but alas this is a family blog, need I say more. Wind SW fresh and overcast and raining at times.

25/01/14 Lough Currane was on the wild side for most of the day with violent gusts, and heavy showers, and if there were any anglers manipulating, you could say they were mad dogs and Englishmen. Amount of rainfall yesterday was 16.1 mm.

26/01/14 I will not be putting today’s facts for good reason. On behalf of all the Anglers and the good people of Waterville, I would like to extend our sincere
Sympathy, to our Chairman, Mr. Michael Roden, and his family
and friends, on the recent passing of  his Mother R.I.P.

27/01/14 Lough Currane has been at a standstill for the last two day’s with storm force WSW to WNW winds howling across Kerry. So we will go up to the River Flesk where Mr. Gerald O’Shea from Tralee landed 11lb fresh Salmon on a worm. All I can say is congratulations to Gerald for catching the first Salmon in Kerry in 2014 on the opening day, and may it be the first of many for the Kerry Fishery. And just for the record the facts and photo were very kindly sent to me by www.fisheriesireland.ie

First Salmon caught in Kerry 2014 on the River Flesk
First Salmon caught in Kerry 2014 on the River Flesk

 

That is your ration for the week on Lough Currane, from your Gillie and the Waterville Fishery, no spin no fly’s just facts.
Vincent Appleby

Make a Booking

Vincent Appleby

Eureka Lodge, Caherdaniel West, Co. Kerry.

Telephone: +353 (0) 87 207 4882
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.salmonandseatrout.com

 

Fly fishing competition at Ratbeggan lakes next Sunday Feb 2nd

By
IFI Staff
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Rathbeggan Lakes are holding their first Fly Fishing competition of 2014 next Sunday, the 2nd of February. The show gets on the road at 12.00 till 3.00pm. Entry fee is €25 and there are Cash prizes. Places limited to 20 entries. To enter, contact the lodge at 01 8240197

Rathbeggan - Competition

Rathbeggan lakes, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath.

Web: www.rathbegganlakes.com

Phone: 01 8240197

E-mail: [email protected]

Stocked regularly with Rainbow Trout, our Main fishing lake offers both Fly and Bait fishing, with rods and equipment available for hire.

We are open every day from 9.00am until dusk and we have no time limit on our daily ticket.

Whether you’re a Dad who wants to go fishing with the kids or a keen fly angler who wants a peaceful evening session you’re sure to get what you want at Rathbeggan Lakes.

Rathbeggan Lakes is proud to offer The Learn To Fish program to all new anglers. This program is an introduction to the fun sport of fishing, where the beginner angler will learn about water safety, our ecosystem, fishing principles, our country code and catch and release then followed up with a hands on competition.

A fine 8lb fish on rapala for Joe Broderick on the Drowes

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IFI Staff
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Joe Broderick with his 8lb fish from the Crooked Hole on rapala on Saturday.
Joe Broderick with his 8lb fish from the Crooked Hole on rapala on Saturday.

Shane Gallagher from the Drowes Salmon Fishery reports:

The winter storms returned over the weekend bringing high winds, heavy rain and hail which has risen the water level to 0.9 metres and rising this evening. Saturday was a cold, windy day with heavy hailstone showers. Joe Broderick had an 8lbs fish on rapala from the Crooked Hole and there were reports of another fish lost from the Upper Mill. The forecast is a mixed bag for the rest of the week with rain, hail and sleet and colder weather forecast. The water level is likely to remain high for the coming weekend.

Joe Broderick with his 8lb fish from the Crooked Hole on rapala on Saturday.
Joe Broderick with his 8lb fish from the Crooked Hole on rapala on Saturday.
There were very stormy sea conditions.. The surf at Bundoran Monday afternoon.
There were very stormy sea conditions.. The surf at Bundoran Monday afternoon.
Mill Pool on Monday afternoon Jan 27th
Mill Pool on Monday afternoon Jan 27th

 

 

Make a booking

Shane Gallagher
Drowes Salmon Fishery
T: +353 (0) 71 98 41055
M: +353 (0) 87 8050806
http://www.drowessalmonfishery.ie/reports/

Lloyd Lynch Takes Top Place in First Newgrange Active Angling Outing 2014

By
David Byrne
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Brendan O’Reilly reports that Sunday saw the start of Newgrange Active Angling and the Wee County trophies Cup and with 4 new lads joining this year it will add a little bit more competition. On Sunday 9 brave souls turned out for the start  of the league and conditions turned very bad after a couple of hours, with high and very cold winds followed by plenty snow showers. The lake in Monaghan only produced 14 fish and they were all small.

Last years winner Luke Everard lost a good double figured fish early on and lost 2 more after that. Glen Finnegan was the first to hook up with Darren Kavanagh and Lloyd Lynch then catching fish. The over all winner of the first of leg was Lloyd Lynch 2nd Darren Kavanagh 3rd Glen Finnegan, Next outing 9th Feb.

Results are as follows 

1st Lloyd Lynch, 2nd Darren Kavanagh and 3rd Glen Finnegan

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Fish, craic and chunky stew makes it a Birthday to remember !

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IFI Staff
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all together now...Happy Birthday to you Christy !!

The captain of the seas Mr Kit Dunne sets the scene for a great Birthday for Dubliner Christy onboard the Castle Maiden.

Ben O’ Neill and Christy had a recent Birthday Celebration and thought they’d enjoy a bit of winter fishing. Both from Dublin they mustered up a few friends and headed to Wicklow for a half day session on Wicklow Boat Charter’s new addition the Castle Maiden. Conditions had been poor all week and the lads were hoping to go out on Saturday but with forecasts for bad rain and wind they opted for a Friday half day session in a good weather window, cold but at least calm and dry.

Ben O'Neill with a great hat and a good smile !
Ben O’Neill with a great hat and a good smile !
One , two, three...
One , two, three…

We headed up the Bay to try an inshore mark with a mixture of baits, Lug, Sandeel and squid were the chosen baits so the lads set out after a few clean fish. Fish came on steady in the last of the flood tide, but picked up coming on to slack water, many whiting were taken, a couple of dogs and tiny Codling. After a little swinging in the tide, the Ebb took off and the fish came on hard. The whiting in particular fed well with treble catches and a few pan size fish among them. Given the bait selection we stuck to the small species and never really tried the big gear, another day soon hopefully.

all together now...Happy Birthday to you Christy !!
all together now…Happy Birthday to you Christy !!

All in all it turned out to be a great few Hours fishing, a bit of craic and we were well fed with plenty of hot fluids to keep the temperature up. I’m a big fan of the saying, “Were here for Fish not Food”, but the Teas and Coffees flowed and a piping hot mug of Cajun spiced chunky vegetable stew went down well.

Kit Dunne - Ben and Christy's trip (6)

Kit Dunne
Lisin & Castle Maiden

Go fishing…

Angling Charters are offered on a full-day, half-day and evening trip basis and can be tailored to suit your needs.
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

High water should help the kelts back to the sea as the Slaney awaits the new season

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IFI Staff
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Slaney River - Mossy Browne releases fish
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Great to hear from our buddies down at the Slaney River Trust again. They give us an update and look forward to the new angling season.  Lets hope it’s as good as last year.  Remember last year’s catch of the week river with 15 Salmon caught in a couple of days !:

26/01/2014: The consistent high water in the past few weeks should help the kelts make it back to the sea. Although the official figures may not be available for a while the encouraging news is that the 2013 spawning season was one of the best in recent years with substantial numbers of fish cutting redds in both the main channel of the river and the usual spawning tributaries.

Slaney River - Mossy Browne releases fishAlthough it is yet to be confirmed it looks like the Slaney will open for fishing on 17 March. The regulations will be the same as last year single barbless hooks only to be used  for all fishing,catch and release for salmon and sea trout to have a daily bag limit of 3 fish. Fly only rule above  the old bridge in Enniscorthy.

Slaney River Trust

Web: www.slaneyrivertrust.ie

Increase your chances of catching trout in salt water with Ger

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IFI Staff
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Gerard Doran of South East Angling Services is a seasoned Wexford guide and shares his tips with us on angling for sea trout:

To me there is something special about catching Trout in Saltwater. Sea trout spend a significant amount of time in saltwater but are more commonly targeted in freshwater. Sea trout go to sea after roughly 2/3 years in freshwater returning at a later stage to spawn. Food is in much greater availability in saltwater allowing the trout to be in great condition ready for spawning. The sea trout is often overlooked with many anglers waiting for the bass to arrive in greater numbers in a few months time before dusting off the rods. The potential fishing is not to be missed by sport anglers in my opinion.

Ger Doran - Sea TroutTargeting sea trout can be approached in many ways with lure and fly the preferred option. A medium light lure rod is ideal to use with ultra light rods similar to rods suited for light rock fishing also practical in some situations. Hard lures or metals ranging from 40mm to 120mm are used according to the time of year, smaller lures early in the year moving on to bigger lures as the season progresses. Sea trout will attack a big lure no problem, I have hooked trout to 8lbs weight on lures as big as 145mm so do not be afraid to fish using a bigger lure.

Ger Doran - Sea trout flyA 7 or 8 weight fly rod casting a floating or intermediate line would be a fair choice  to combat windy coastal conditions with small sparse flies effective early season  moving on to mini flatwings or deceivers during peak season. A good option is to  fish a team of flies often a rays fly on a dropper with a slightly bigger fly on the  point.

You can also successfully target them using methods such as popped up fish baits or free lining sandeels. Bombarda floats can also be used to present flys.

To give yourself the best opportunity of catching place yourself in a location where sea trout are more concentrated such as the lower reaches of estuary’s fishing either side of low water will increase your chances of catching because the fish will drop back into holding pools with the tide. Locations to focus on for sea trout include:

Open shore (perhaps between estuary’s – moving fish)

Estuary’s or Harbours (often brackish waters).

Tidal Rips.

Sheltered bays or inlets.

Ger Doran - Sea Trout headAs with all fish it is crucial you take care when landing, unhooking and returning sea trout. Reducing the number of hooks on lures and crushing barbs on all hooks is very important. Do not play fish for long periods of time but equally do not bully fish to the bank. Carrying a landing net and the correct unhooking tools place less stress on the fish.

Guided days and Workshops for Sea Trout are available however it must be noted that some areas are not open for fishing until mid march. A state licence is required when targeting salmon or sea trout.

To make a booking……

Gerard Doran,

South East Angling Services

Web: www.southeastanglingservices.com

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 086-3769727

Seatrout regulations

  • A salmon licence is required to target sea trout in the sea 
  • National bag limit for sea trout – anglers can catch 3 sea trout in a 24 hour period (where fishing is open).

Season

In some areas the season opens as early as  February 1st and fishing can take place as late as October 12th depending on location. When fishing in a river estuary then the close season for that river will apply. Similarly, when fishing coastal areas you must check what river catchment you are in as the open/close season for that river will apply.

The Wexford District is open for C and R from 17th of March until 16th of September and this therefore applies to the Wexford coastal district as well. Eg from Clammers Point to Clone strand

The Waterford District is open for C and R from 17th of March until 30th of September and this therefore applies to the Waterford coastal district as well. Eg: from Clammers Point to the point on the Western side of Whiting Bay.

Licence

A State Licence is required to fish for salmon and sea trout

  • All sea trout over 40cm kept must be tagged, and the logbook filled out accordingly.
  • sea trout under 40cm do not need to be recorded in the logbook
  • It is prohibited to keep or kill any sea trout in Connemara or the Ballinakill district.
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