The Piscari-Fly team discuss all things fly-fishing in their latest newsletter:
How’s the Fishing?
We saw another blast of our country’s fishing open up over the weekend on the 1st March. Those of you who were lucky enough to get out, I hope you enjoyed it. A cool windy day but plenty of reports of fish being caught across the rivers and lakes of Ireland on social media. Here’s a picture of Peter’s Dad with his first fish of the season, he was out in Roundwood in Co Wicklow with Brendan Driver. They got out for a few hours, earlier in the morning, before the wind took up. He was delighted with himself and great to see him get another season under way. He is looking forward to a lot of fishing this year. And well done to Brendan too on a lovely start to his season. 
TAFI National Banks
The TAFI All Ireland Banks took place Saturday in Laois Angling Centre. The competition went really well. A huge thanks to Johnno and Enda for allowing TAFI to hold the event there again. Well done to all the organisers and to everyone who competed on the day. The fishing was a mixed bag as usual but Kevin Lafford did really well and took first place. Followed by Brian Kerr and Gary Crothers in 2nd and 3rd place.
Up Next
The lads head to the The North West Angling Fair on Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th March 2026! Whether you’re a seasoned fly-fisher, a passionate beginner, or simply love the outdoors, the North West Angling Fair brings together top exhibitors, expert demonstrations, workshops, and family-friendly activities.
Peter and Mark will both be there with Peter doing demonstrations on Euro Nymphing and Euro Dinking and Dry Dropper on both the Saturday and Sunday. Mark will be showing off our gear and you can have a look at some of our rods there too. If you are interested in any of this make sure you check it out. https://www.derrystrabane.com/subsites/angling-fair
Really looking forward to the weekend and catching up with friends and customers up there.
Irish Spring Angling Fair
Peter has been hard at work over the weekend preparing the first prize for the Irish Spring Angling draw — a stunning custom fly-tying table. It’s a fantastic piece, and there are plenty of other brilliant prizes up for grabs throughout the weekend, including fishing trips with Senan Stanley.
You can purchase tickets online or simply purchase on the day. Peter and the Piscari-Fly team will be there with the full shop setup, joined by a wide range of exhibitors and demonstrators — it’s shaping up to be a great weekend.
If you’re free over the May Bank Holiday weekend, make sure to head along to Ardaire Springs. Bring the family, have a go at fly fishing or fly tying, browse the stands, and enjoy everything the fair has to offer. There really is something for everyone.
https://www.facebook.com/irishspringanglingfair/
https://irishspringanglingfair.com/
About us
Based on the River Nore just outside Thomastown, Co Kilkenny, Ireland. Piscari-Fly is a growing Fly Tying and Fly-Fishing business with a vast amount of experience and knowledge. If there is ever anything I can do to make my service better for you please feel free to suggest it to me and I’ll gladly try my best to accommodate your requests. Thanks again. Peter Driver.
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Notes
Fly Shop
For all your fly tying and fly fishing needs. Stocking rods, reels, clothing water etc
Guiding
Want to improve or learn any aspects of your fly fishing? Then why not give us a shout and we will look after you. Fishing available locally on the River Nore at Thomastown and other club water by arrangement. We have also teamed up with Blackwater Trout and Salmon fishery to offer you an amazing fishing experience with over 8km of amazing river to be discovered.
- Full & Half Guided days
- One to one coaching
- Master classes
- Groups and Clubs welcome
Nymphing. Dry Fly. Wet Fly. Streamer. Dry Dropper
Instruction
Peter Driver is a qualified casting instructor with APAGI, and advanced qualified fly dresser with APAGI. He specialises in competition nymphs and fishing, Irish lake flies, streamers and lures.
As a qualified casting instructor with APAGI I Peter offers casting clinic’s and lessons, to suit your desires. Being able to cast correctly and have a good understanding of the mechanics of casting is a solid foundation in fly fishing that will pay off in your fishing, be it rivers or lakes.
