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Charlie McGee catches 8 rainbows at Southern County Fishing Resort

By
Myles Kelly
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Charlie at Southern County Fishery
Charlie at Southern County Fishery

Young angler Charlie McGee was practising his fly fishing skills at Southern County Fishing Resort in Carlow at the weekend, where he caught & released 8 fine Rainbow trout and enjoyed a great day out with his grandfather Joe Boland.

Despite the fine weather there weren’t many anglers out and they nearly had the run of the place. Charlie was using a selection of flies, mostly nymphs, and had his best results with a black & red pattern.

Charlie at Southern County Fishery
Charlie at Southern County Fishery

Go fishing…

Southern County Fishing Resort

Address Milltown Garryhill Carlow Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 59 9157773
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Currane anglers working hard for the first salmon of the season

By
Myles Kelly
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A wintry Lough Currane
A wintry Lough Currane. January 2025

Vincent Applbey, our Lough Currane correspondent, report that the season started quietly on the lake. There were 8 boats out to mark the 17th of January Opener, but no salmon were hooked. A few kelts gave the impression of a fish, but the thrill quickly faded and the fish were quickly played out and carefully returned. Weather on the day was calm if a bit cool with light winds from the north east.

There’s been at least one boat out in this first week of the season, but as of yet no catches to report

For more information on the daily conditions on Lough Currane, all the craic and news be sure to check out Vincent Appleby’s Salmon and Sea Trout blog for regular reports with back dates, petitions, public consultation notices, readers letters and videos and more of what’s happening in Waterville and beyond

Sea Trout – Catch and release only

Inland Fisheries Ireland wishes to remind anglers that the Conservation of Sea Trout (No.7 or Kerry District) Waterville Area Bye-Law No. 971 of 2019 remains in effect. This Bye-law prohibits the retention and possession of any sea trout (Salmo trutta L.) taken by any fishing engine or by rod and line in the Waterville area i.e. that part of the sea eastward of a line drawn from the most westerly point of Bolus Head to the most westerly point of Lamb’s Head and to all the waters discharging in to it.

The Bye-Law mainly affects seatrout fishing on :-

  • the river Inny (Knockmoyle) and its tributaries
  • the waters of the Waterville system, including the Waterville River, Lough Currane, the Cummeragh River and all their tributary rivers and lakes
  • the waters of Ballinskelligs Bay

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Guides and boat hire

Fishing with Dom

Address Spunkane Waterville Kerry Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 87 2051515 Website: https://fishingwithdom.com/
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Fly Fishing on Lough Currane

Address Termons Waterville Kerry Ireland Mobile Phone: +353(0) 87 922 8659 Phone: +353(0) 66 9474146 Website: flyfishingatloughcurrane.com
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Lakelands Farm

Address Lake Road Waterville Kerry Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 87 4160200 Website: lakelandshouse.com
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Neil O’Shea

Address Caherbarna Waterville Kerry Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 87 9942792 Phone: +353 66 9474527 Website: oshealoughcurrane.com
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Old Daly’s Supermarket & Filling Station

Address Murreigh Waterville V23 X459 Ireland Mobile Phone: +353669474842 Website: dalysfoodstore.ie
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Salmon & Sea Trout Fishing

Address Eureka Lodge Caherdaniel West Waterville Kerry V23 XD63 Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 87 2074882 Website: salmonandseatrout.com
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Waterville Boats

Address Spunkane Waterville Kerry Ireland Mobile Phone: +353 (0)87 2202355 Phone: +353 (0)66 9474800
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New series of Fly vs Jerk to feature new Irish team fishing Ireland

By
Shane O'Reilly
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Irish competitor Brian Connaughton of Team Wild Hunter gives us the lowdown on the next series of Fly vs Jerk:

Fly vs Jerk is one of Europe’s most exciting pike fishing challenges, now running for 17 years. It’s a boat-only competition, fly and lure fishing only, and everything is strictly catch-and-release.

For Fly vs Jerk 17, five teams went head-to-head across Europe:

  • Team Gator
  • Team CWC
  • Team Wild Hunter
  • Team Decathlon Caperlan
  • Team Dutch Fly Guys

This season, myself (Brian Connaughton) and Daniel represented Team Wild Hunter, fishing here in Ireland, while the Dutch Fly Guys fished in Holland. The other teams fished in Scandinavia, with Team CWC taking on their session in Finland.

The series will be released on YouTube, with the first episode airing on Friday, 6 February, and a total of six episodes in the season. The final episode will be shown at Sportfiskemässan in Sweden, which runs from the 13th to the 15th of March, with the episode being played on the last day of the show (the 15th).

What makes Fly vs Jerk so intense is the points format. In each episode there are three points up for grabs:

  1. Longest five fish (combined length)
  2. Heaviest fish
  3. Most fish caught

That means a team can score anywhere from 0 to 3 points per episode, so every decision on the water matters.

Like everyone else, we won’t know the final overall outcome until the episodes air. We had some updates early on, but after the first part of the season it went quiet, so we’re genuinely in the dark on how the other teams finished.

Now it’s just a waiting game — and we can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.

If you want a preview of what it’s all about, check out the trailer for Series 16 below:

You can also check in with us via our website and socials below:
www.wildhunter.ie
https://www.facebook.com/wildhunter.irl/
https://www.instagram.com/wildhunter.ie/?hl=en

Galway Bay SAC calling all anglers both novice & experienced

By
Shane O'Reilly
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Galway Bay Sea Angling Club are an active club running competitions and social angling session both in Galway and further afield. They are looking to recruit interested anglers into their club, and it doesn’t matter whether you are experienced or inexperienced, young or old, they are happy to take all-comers. See details below and on their Facebook Page.

They have also just released their Master Angler Calendar for 2026, with seven legs fished between January and September. See details below:

IFPAC Open Boat Competition on Sunday 15th Feb

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Shane O'Reilly
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A quick reminder that IFPAC is running a Boat Competition on Sunday, February 15th. Building on the success of last year’s event, the upcoming competition is expected to be even stronger, featuring improved organisation, an excellent venue and the same enjoyable atmosphere that made the previous outing so popular. Anglers of all experience levels are invited to take part, test their skills and enjoy a friendly, competitive day on the water with pike anglers from across the country.

Full event details — including date, venue and entry information — are provided on the official poster. Participants will meet afterwards in Murtagh’s Pub in Aughnacliffe.

Go Fishing…

Pike angling around the Gowna angling centre

 

Noel Fogarty takes the title at the Eddie Bermingham Open on Kilgorman Strand

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IFI staff
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This report was summarised from the South Shore SAC Facebook Page:

A favourable forecast and building tides set the scene for a highly successful Eddie Bermingham Open, which also marked the opening leg of the 2026 Leinster League on Kilgorman Strand. The event commemorated Eddie Bermingham, a founding member of Southshore SAC and a widely respected gentleman within the angling community. The Bermingham Family were warmly thanked for their generous sponsorship.

Sixty anglers representing ten Leinster clubs, along with competitors from Munster and Ulster, took part. A lively atmosphere greeted anglers at check-in, with optimism and banter in equal measure. Conditions on the day were excellent, with a steady sea roll and good water colour following southerly winds. Target species included dabs and whiting, with flounder, dogfish and spurdog also featuring.

In Zone A, experienced anglers made strong starts, with Mick Dixon and Frank Lawlor recording quality flounders. Alby Allan and James Ryan also featured prominently. As the match progressed, the final hour proved decisive, with James Ryan securing the zone on his last cast with a double spurdog, narrowly edging Allan. Dixon finished a close third.

Zone B saw fluctuating fortunes throughout. Tom McAdam and Wayne Hamilton both featured strongly, but it was a late surge that proved decisive. Young Sean Keane delivered an outstanding performance, topping the beach with 12 fish and the highest overall score of 240 points, an exceptional achievement for the newly qualified Ireland U-16 international.

Ultimately, the Eddie Bermingham Memorial Trophy went to Noel Fogarty, who secured both the zone and overall win with a decisive final-cast double of dogfish and spurdog. Wayne Hamilton finished second in Zone B, with McAdam third. Fogarty’s win added another title to a family long associated with Irish match fishing success.

In the junior category, Sean Keane claimed first place, followed by Phillip Kennedy Ryan and Daniel Gricius. The pools prizes went to Connor Clancy in Zone A for both whiting and flounder, while in Zone B Noel Fogarty won the whiting pool and Eamonn Bermingham the flounder pool.

Thanks were extended to all participants, with anticipation already building for the second leg of the Leinster League, hosted by Howth SAC on 18 April.

Go Fishing…

Sea Angling on the East Coast

Winter Perch Fishing with Pike Pro Ireland

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IFI Staff
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We recently met a new guiding outfit on Lough Derg, Dirk and Florent of Pike Pro Ireland, and it’s great to see another guiding and accommodation business set up on one of Ireland’d premier fishing lakes.

Introducing Pike Pro Ireland

 

Pike Pro Ireland, a company dedicated to organising pike fishing holidays in Ireland, based on one of the country’s most renowned fishing areas: Lough Derg and its surrounding waters.

Our aim is to offer authentic, well-organised and productive fishing experiences, whether for experienced anglers or for those discovering Irish pike fishing for the first time. With a strong knowledge of the local waters and seasonal conditions, we help anglers make the most of the exceptional pike fishing Ireland is famous for.

We provide tailor-made, turnkey fishing stays, including comfortable accommodation, access to selected fishing spots, either independently or with professional guidance.

Every stay is designed to combine efficiency, comfort and enjoyment in a preserved natural environment.

We place great importance on personal service, reliability and a genuine passion for fishing, ensuring each guest enjoys a memorable and rewarding angling experience in Ireland.

We also offer the rental of fully equipped boats and belly  boats, perfectly adapted for pike fishing in Irish waters. Each boat is carefully prepared to ensure safety, comfort and efficiency on the water,  and all the essential equipment needed for a successful fishing session. ( live jacket, pliers, net, measuring board, sonar, anchor, drift anchor …)

 

Winter perch fishing

In winter, perch fishing in Ireland is a precise and technical discipline, particularly effective for targeting large perch over 35 cm, which are often found grouped in deeper areas and in excellent condition during the colder months. Fish typically hold along drop-offs, deep flats, submerged structures and hard-bottom areas, requiring accurate positioning and controlled presentations.

The most effective techniques include vertical jigging, slow bottom hopping and finesse presentations worked close to the substrate. Key lures include small soft plastics (creature baits, shads and worms) rigged on light jig heads, blade baits for searching and triggering reaction bites, and compact metal jigs for deeper water. Drop shot and Ned rig setups are also highly effective when fish are pressured or inactive, allowing for subtle, stationary presentations.

Even during the coldest winter days, perch fishing in Ireland can deliver outstanding action. On the best days, it is possible to land 40 to 50 fish, with active schools providing fast and consistent bites. This level of activity not only makes the sessions highly productive but also keeps anglers fully engaged and motivated, turning cold winter conditions into truly rewarding fishing days that quickly warm up both body and spirit.
Winter perch fishing rewards anglers who focus on precision, lure control and slow retrieves, offering consistent opportunities to connect with high-quality fish in Irish waters.

Go Fishing

Contact Florent Zsitko, Pike Pro Ireland

Telephone : +33652940782
                     0851634413

Opening Masters Round Brings Variety of Species for Carrick Beach & Rockers SAC

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IFI staff
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Carrick Beach & Rockers SAC report…

Last Saturday night saw Carrick Beach & Rockers SAC contest the first leg of their Masters competition at the Limerick Rover venue. Fishing boundaries were set from Salmon Rock through to the rocks at the back of Waterfoot Pier. A good turnout was recorded on the night, with 15 club members in attendance, along with 2 guests and 2 junior anglers.

Angling commenced on approximately an hour and a half of the ebb tide, with the remainder of the session fished on the flood. Conditions were far from favourable, as persistent rain, intermittent hail showers and a strong south-westerly wind made for a challenging night on the shore.

Despite the harsh weather, fishing proved productive with a wide variety of species landed. Catches included flounder, dab, cod, whiting, coalie, rockling, dogfish and plaice, ensuring plenty of action throughout the session and a worthwhile night’s fishing for all involved.

Results were as follows:

1st Noel MaWhinney 13 fish 580pts
2nd Jonny Gilbert 15 fish 453pts
3rd Alan Nelson 10 fish 420 pts

Jim Mellis wins Round 3 of Cobh SAC’s Light Lines

By
Myles Kelly
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Deora De
The Deora De comes to shore to collect her anglers on a foggy morning

Cobh SAC report on their round 3 of the Light Lines…

Weather forced postponement of Round 3 of the Light Lines scheduled for 11th January. 30 anglers aboard Camden Mist, Cuan Bawn, Deora De and Lagosta, braved the early fog to fish inside Cork Harbour today. Another round with dolphins cruising past but, unlike the December Fundraiser, some anglers had an occasional tug-of-war with the resident seals.

Fishing was steady on the ebbing tide until slack water with many struggling to find fish on the flood. Dabs, dogs, poor cod, thornback ray, tub gurnard, and whiting made up the 2,144 fish caught and released.

Congratulations to our boat winners, particularly overall winner Jim Mellis (196 fish), Stephen Hurley, Jamie Murphy and Tomasz Kujawa.

The Big Fish Pools remain unchanged:

  • Longest whiting – John Dennehy, 50cm
  • Longest Flat – Kevin Roche, 32cm Dab
    – Dave Jolly, 32 cm Dab
  • Longest Ray – John Angles, 74cm Thornback Ray
  • Cod – none caught to date.

Thank you to our skippers, Tony Lane, Dylan Geary (on behalf of John Barry), Jim Lenihan & Alan Kennedy. Thanks also to organisers John Warner and Piotr Nowakowski and to the lads who travelled from afar, Josie Barrett and Padraig Munnelly.

Go fishing…

Join us for Round 4 on 8th February for an opportunity to learn from the top boat anglers in the country.
logoCobh SAC is a very active club with a great series of competitions across the year.

The club is very welcoming to new members.

If you are interested in joining the club or fishing any of their competitions contact them via Facebook.

 

Midlands river fished well for pike at the weekend

By
Myles Kelly
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Alex Souza pike
Alex Souza with a good midlands pike

Alex Souza, a Brazilian angler who fishes the Midlands venues, had a good day on the water targeting pike with one of his angling friends last Saturday.

Alex Souza
Alex Souza

The weather was good and the river was still in flood following recent rains. The water was pretty brown and topping the bank but the pike were willing to feed. The best of the action came around lunchtime and when they caught and released a good number of pike.

Go fishing…

Pike fishing on the River Shannon, Lakes and Tributaries

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