Massive 20lb+ Ferrox Trout Caught on Lough Corrib

Radek Vyhlidal who struck into a massive ferox trout.

After a long and difficult fight, the magnificent fish was finally netted, and after being measured and photographed, quickly released again. The huge ferrox trout was a monstrous 93 cm long, probably well over 20 lbs (9 kg), with the priority being to release it safely.

Inland Fisheries Ireland Should Protect Ireland's Wild Brown Trout

A website has been setup www.savethebrowntrout.com There has been calls for Inland Fisheries Ireland to focus their gaze on the nationwide protection of Ireland's Wild Brown Trout in Irish rivers and lakes.

Irish Salmon and Sea Trout have laws in place to protect them however Brown Trout have no state laws that offer them protection putting them at risk of killing and over fishing during fishing competitions.

A facebook group has been setup to encourage Irish Anglers to photograph their catch and safely release the brown trout so populations can recover. Please join the facebook group Save The Brown Trout at https://www.facebook.com/groups/savethebrowntrout

Brown Trout

Lough Sheelin Competition's

The first competition of the year – The Kilroy Cup will be held on the lake on Sunday March 16^th from 11.0 am – 5pm, starting from Kilnahard pier.  The lake fished exceptionally well for this competition last year and it proved to be a great fishing day for all so it would be worth an angler’s while putting this date in his/her diary for next weekend.

Please contact Thomas Lynch @ 087 9132033 for further details

The popular Sheelin Classic trout competition now in its 10th year will be run on Lough Sheelin on Saturday April 19^th which is the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.
For further information on this competition please contact Noel McLoughlin at 087 2179460

Please remember All anglers are required to have a Fishery Permit to fish Lough Sheelin which must be purchased before going out on the lake.

The heaviest fish for the week was a hefty over 8lb 11oz 68cm trout caught by Gary McKiernan (www.loughsheelinguiding.com) on a glister Ollie.

Total number of trout recorded: 25

We Await Season 2014 with Anticipation

February the 15th is almost upon us and this means the salmon and trout season opens on most Irish rivers. This is gladly welcome amongst the fraternity of fishermen across Ireland. Its been such a dark, dank and long winter. Even a cast at sea was impossible due to the continuous battering of Atlantic Storm systems particularly in Clare and Galway.

Now we look to season 2014 with positive anticipation. Every fisherman I know is hoping that this season will yield good numbers of salmon and sea trout and that we don't experience the heatwave we had last summer which made the fishing so difficult. River and lake levels were at an all time low and the fish were under pressure with high temperatures.

The focus is now on a new year. The rivers at this time will hold plenty of Kelts/Slots or spent fish (salmon whom have spawned from the previous year). Care should be taken to return these fish unharmed and straight back to water to live another day. Many of them return to spawn again. Don't forget to record kelts/slots in your salmon license logbook for Inland Fisheries Ireland.

Their may even be a spring fish around with all the rain. Keep in touch and send us photo's of your catch and updates during the season. Tight Lines!

A Pilot Study of Seal Predation on Salmon Stocks in Selected Irish Rivers and Estuaries

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) funded the Coastal and Marine Research Centre (CMRC), University College Cork (UCC), in conjunction with partners in the School of Biology, Ecology and Environmental Science (BEES, UCC) and the Marine Institute (MI) to undertake a 2 year pilot study (2011-­‐2013) to investigate seal predation on salmon stocks in the Moy and Slaney estuaries. The study began in August 2011 and continued to August 2013.

Salmonids were found in the diet of both grey and harbour seals using identification of salmonid bones recovered from the scat (faeces) of seals collected at seal haulout sites in the Moy and Slaney.

Read Full Details & Report

http://www.fisheriesireland.ie/Notices/a-pilot-study-of-seal-predation-on-salmon-stocks-in-selected-irish-rivers-and-estuaries.html

Laune River Opens Today with First Salmon Caught

The River Laune in Co. Kerry opened this morning for salmon fishing

Ger O’Shea lands first of the season

Ireland Angling Show 2014

15th & 16th FEBRUARY, NATIONAL SHOW CENTRE, SWORDS, CO. DUBLIN

The Ireland Angling show,  has grown over the last 15 years to become the Country’s  Premier  Angling event and is a firm fixture on the calenders of anglers through out the Country. Mara Media have developed the show to bring together all aspects of Angling, Sea, Coarse, Game under one roof , where visitors have the opportunity to meet angling celebrities and experts from all over Ireland ,the UK and who are on hand to share expertise , advice  and tuition.

Children are most welcome at the Ireland Angling Show, a large interactive area is designated to teach and encourage kids to pick up a rod. A visit to the  Dublin Angling Initiative Kids Zone is a must for families.
Whether you are a beginner, have some experience or have never gone fishing before this show is for you! Information, education  and entertainment is a important feature of this event , the shows theatre/seminar area  hosts wide selection of interesting talks over the weekend, something there for everyone.
The Ireland Angling show is held at the beginning of the angling season,perfect timing for  visitors to stock up on  tackle supplies and check out all the latest  products.

“ This event  has an amazing  range of products for all anglers and all  budgets. I have brought together a great mix of tackle trade and manufactures showcasing new products and innovation ,while supporting the Irish Tackle dealers. Whether you are looking for a bargain or investing in the latest cutting edge design and technology....the Ireland Angling Show has it all “....Grace McDermott,  Event Organiser, Mara Media.

The most important thing about the Ireland Angling Show is that it brings people together. The show has become a wonderful meeting place for angling friends old and new from around the country. To come together with a shared interest in angling.... to shop , to learn  something new, to meet their Angling legends and enjoy all the show has to offer....it’s a great weekend!

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