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Some great saltwater fly fishing reported from Cork Harbour

By
Myles Kelly
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The comedian Bob Stevenson with a fine Pollack on the fly.
The comedian Bob Stevenson with a fine Pollack on the fly.

Richie Ryan has been enjoying a great mix of saltwater fly fishing adventures on Cork Harbour. He met a fine shoal of Bass on May 4th and enjoyed brilliant fun on the fly with Jacques Bronkhorst and Kevin Mc Loughlin. By the end of the session they had close on 30 Bass to the boat. A return trip a couple of days later saw only one bass caught. Luckily Jacques and Richie had some excellent Pollack on the fly as a substitute.

Friday 10th of May and Richie was back out on the water, this time with comedian Bob Stevenson. Bob had some fine Pollack on the fly. The also had a small bass and Richie landed a cod on fly.

It was more pollack on Sunday. This time the lucky angler was Aaid Mirza, who thoroughly enjoyed his first taste of saltwater fly fishing. He told Richie he was coming back for another session as soon as possible!

Go fishing…

Eire Bass

Address Cobh Cork Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 86 1940744 Website: corkbass.com
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Sea angling in Cork Harbour

Thirteen species and more for anglers on Clare’s Lady Gwen

By
Myles Kelly
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Clare skipper Sean Maguire reports that his anglers have had enjoyed a few cracking days on the Atlantic.

They had more than 13 species on Saturday on the drift and at anchor, including a baby Tope. Bait is not an issue and they are getting a reasonable amount of mackerel, mostly close to the shore.

Go fishing…

Fishing Adventures Ireland

Address Kilbaha Clare Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 87 7508758 Mobile Phone: +353 89 4431182 Website: fishingadventures.ie
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Sea angling in the Shannon Estuary and the Clare coast

Mixed bag for Leinster Coarse Fishing Federation on Royal Canal

By
Shane O'Reilly
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The Leinster Coarse Fishing Federation were on the banks of the Royal Canal at Blackshade Bridge over the weekend. With thunder rolling away in the distance, the possibility of a drenching was never too far away, but luckily the weather stayed dry throughout.

One of the nice bream caught on the day

Angling was a bit of a mixed bag, with some anglers getting into a few nice bream while other anglers struggled to conjure a bite. Ambrose Devlin didn’t get a single bite until 3:30 p.m., but it turned out to be a 4lb+ bream, and that lone fish was enough to give him second place in his section. Angler of the day was Conor Browne, with a fine bag tipping the scales at 10lb+.

A fine brace of decent bream helped Conor to the win

Naas anglers knock-up brings plenty of bream and tench

By
Shane O'Reilly
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The Naas and District Anglers had a small competition on the canal at the weekend, and given the bright, hot, sunny weather, they probably had low enough expectations of catching. But, for once, the sun didn’t put the fish off the take, and there were bream and tench netted all along the competition stretch. There were a handful of double-figure catches, and Ron came out on top with a 13lb+ bag.

Fine bass helps Ciaran Fogarty to win at Kilcoole

By
Shane O'Reilly
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The anglers from South Shore SAC were back on Kilcoole at the weekend for the latest round of their Master Angler competition. Many of the anglers present had struggled at that same venue a couple of weeks previously and so were probably anxious to see if there would be any improvement in the quality of the fishing.

A staple East Coast doggie

Luckily, a couple of weeks can make a difference, and the fish were more obliging, with a few of the ‘summer species’ such as gurnards, putting in a welcome appearance. But the fish of the day went to a super 57cm bass for Ciaran Fogarty, a fish which helped him to an overall win with 14 fish from Zone A. On Zone B, it was Ruairi Coleman who came out top with five fish. See full report on the South Shore SAC Facebook page.

Super 57cm bass for Ciaran

 

Sea angling on the east coast

 

Swinging wets for trout on the Nore

By
Myles Kelly
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Dan O’Neill reports from the River Nore at Mouth Juliet…

During the week I met a man originally from Newcastle but living in New York for most of his life. A very competent angler taught by no other than Lefty Kreh. We had some great takes swinging wet flies.

Nore

Michael had a unique accent, it was a mix of Geordie and New York. Super fun with some of the words he used, no bad language of course!! Michael was a very competent caster which made me wonder where he learned or how he learned. When Michael looked at me and asked did I know the late Lefty Kreh I immediately said “Yes, I studied his casting for my APGAI exams”. Lefty had a very no nonsense way of teaching and simplified everything. He knew the level at which his students were very accurately which is a very important to maximise what your client gets from each lesson.

We began at the head of Georges Wall. Michael was on New Zealand style while I began with wet fly. On my 2nd or 3rd cast I had a nice take and landed a lovely little brown about 28-30cm. Michael was getting some takes but mostly small trout, so we swapped over. Funnily enough and it’s nothing to do with my skill level, I hit a brown about 30cm on the New Zealand style first cast. Michael looked and smiled and said “Don’t worry, it will happen for me at some point”. I am a little superstitious and believe good luck happens in threes, what would my three be.

Moving down the run Michael did indeed hit some nice trout of about 30cm so he was happy and enjoyed seeing some Irish brown trout. The pattern I was using was by Ciaran Reilly who gave me some patterns to try at the spring angling fair. They worked exceptionally well so thanks very much Ciaran. As we headed back up to the Manor House, we spoke of Michael’s angling journeys and some of mine. Wonderful day and wonderful company. Always wonderful to hear stories and in this case some of Lefty Kreh’s anecdotes.

Go Fishing…

Mount Juliet

Address Mount Juliet, Kilkenny R95 E096 Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 85 7652751 Website: mountjuliet.ie
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River Nore trout fishing

 

Connie Finnerty wins Malone Cup on Lough O’Flynn

By
Myles Kelly
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M McDermott,Mark Malone, Ronan Baggott, Jake Malone, Bridie Malone presenting, winner Connie Finnerty, Dan McDermott.
M McDermott,Mark Malone, Ronan Baggott, Jake Malone, Bridie Malone presenting, winner Connie Finnerty, Dan McDermott.

Joe Fitzharris reports that Lough O’Flynn was the venue for the Michael Malone perpetual Cups on Sunday May 12th.

The event is hosted by Lake O’Flynn & District Angling Association and is generously sponsored by the Malone family Castlerea. The event was reasonably well supported on a day when angling conditions were just about OK.

The winner on the day was the ever popular Connie Finnerty who returned the Heaviest fish of 2-lb 14.2 oz. Winning the Michael Malone Cup.

Heaviest boat catch winners were local men Ryan Commins & Connie Finnerty with total bag of 6 fish for 12lb 03.6 oz

Results as follows

Heaviest fish category
  • 1st Connie Finnerty, Fish for 2lb 14.2 oz.
  • 2nd Adrian Murphy , Fish for 2lb 09.8 oz.
  • 3rd Michael McDermott, Fish for 2lb 08.2 oz.
Heaviest boat catch
  • 1st place Ryan Commins & Connie Finnerty, 6- Fish for 12-Lb – 03.6 oz.
  • 2nd place, Adrian Murphy & John Burke 6- Fish for 12-Lb – 01.3 oz.

Go Fishing..

Lough O’Flynn, Co. Roscommon

Attached photo 3.9mb shows L/R M McDermott,Mark Malone, Ronan Baggott, Jake Malone, Bridie Malone presenting, winner Connie Finnerty, Dan McDermott.

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L/R Mark Malone, Ronan Baggott, Bridie Malone, Jake Malone presenting winners
Ryan Commins & Connie Finnerty heaviest boat catch winners.

Ivaylo Benov catch 102kg at Oaklands to win third round of Summer LEague

By
Myles Kelly
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oaklands

John Browne reports on the third match of Oakland’s summer league which was fished on Sunday…

We had the 3rd round of the Dennett/Sensas Summer league on Sunday. What was a lovely day produced the first 100 kg bag of the year falling the Ivaylo Benov from end peg 47. He caught steady all day netting 102 kg big congrats to him.

There were good weights for most of the match.

Today’s Results

  • 1st Ivaylo Benov 102.060 kg
  • 2nd Ronan Minogue 86.180 kg
  • 3rd Sion Pritchard 76.040 kg
Section A
  • Kirean Reeves 52.900 kg
Section B
  • Velimer Mozart 45.060 kg

Big thanks to all the lads who turned up we’ll see ye all next week for the pairs.

Go fishing…

Oaklands Fishery

Address Marsh Meadow New Ross Wexford Ireland Phone: +353 51 445348 Mobile Phone: +353 87 6988979 Mobile Phone: +353 87 781 1042 Website: oaklandslake.com
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Great packages available for anglers at the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan

By
Paul O'Reilly
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The Bailie Hotel were in touch with us and they have a great offer available to tempt anglers to visit them and fish the waters in the Bailieborough area this summer! Details as follows:

Embark on a serene getaway to Bailieborough with our exclusive overnight package designed especially for angler groups and fishing enthusiasts. Located in the heart of this charming town, The Bailie Hotels offers a unique community hotel experience. Our unbeatable package features a cozy overnight stay, a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day, and a delectable dinner from our set evening menu. But here’s the real catch – we’re surrounded by six breathtaking lakes, ensuring an angler’s paradise just moments away. And as if that’s not enough, we’ll even provide a complimentary packed lunch, ensuring you’re fueled up for your fishing adventures. Say goodbye to stress and hello to an angler’s dream – book your fishing getaway with us now and experience the ultimate value rates!

The packages include an overnight stay, Dinner, Breakfast & a Free Packed Lunch to take with you on your fishing trip, starting at €90 inclusive for a single room, there are also a Double or Twin Option which are €160 inclusive, so €80 per person.

There are 6 different lakes around Bailieborough, all within a 5km radius of the hotel.

  • The Castle Lake is located 1km from Bailieborough. Has a 50 acre radius, covering an area of 20 hectares and in parts is over 6 metres in dept. The lake is a very popular fishing destination, containing Perch, Pike, Bream, Roach and Eel. There are numerous fishing stands around the lake.
  • Galloncurra Lake is located 5km southwest of Bailieborough and covers an area of 7 hectares with a maximum depth of 3.5m. This is a superb fishing venue and holds an excellent stock of roach-bream hybrids to specimen weight (1.361 kilos).
  • Bailieborough Lough, also known as Town Lake, is located on the western side of the town of Bailieborough and covers an area of 9 hectares. Due to its location this lake is a popular fishery and it can provide good sport. There are a number of fishing stands in place to accommodate anglers. This lake is relatively shallow and holds stocks of pike, perch, roach, bream and some tench.
  • Galbolie Lough is located 3km north west of Bailieborough and covers an area of 4 hectares with a maximum depth of 6m. This lake holds stocks of bream, rudd, hybrids and pike.
  • Parkers Lake is located 4km north west of Bailieborough and covers an area of 6 hectares with a maximum depth of 6m. This lake holds a good stock of bream, as well as roach, perch and pike. It also holds roach-bream hybrids to specimen size. Access is restricted to this lake and permission of the landower is required.
  • Skeagh Lake is situated 7km north west of the town of Bailieborough and it covers an area of approximately 50 hectares. Fishing is from a number of swims on the eastern shoreline. This fishery holds good stocks of bream, roach, pike and perch and access is from the road on the eastern side of the lake.

Bailieboro & Virginia Coarse Angling Centres I

Bailieboro & Virginia Coarse Angling Centres II

Small skimmers and hybrids make up the weights on Muckno

By
Paul O'Reilly
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The CM Lakelands Feeder Club held a match last Sunday on the middle section of Concra Wood, Lough Muckno, where sixteen anglers took to the lakeshore. Most of the weights on the day were made up of small hybrids, odd small skimmers and some roach.

Darren Fairhurst made good use of the end peg to win the match with a weight of just under 7kg. Piotr Horbiński wasn’t to far behind with a 5kg mixed bag weight and Lough Muckno regular, Graham Worley, made up the top 3 with a 4kg plus weight.

RESULTS

OVERALL

  • 1st Darren Fairhurst 6.850kg.
  • 2nd Piotr Horbiński 5.310kg
  • 3rd Graham Worley 4.310kg.

SECTIONS

  • Peter Walsh 3.410kg.
  • Neil Mazurick 3.420kg.
  • Philip Reynolds 3.630kg.

Lough Muckno

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