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Ground not great but wrecks deliver for Jim out of Cork Harbour

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Myles Kelly

Jim Clohessy of TopFisher.eu found the fish on Saturday but getting them to bite was another story…Wednesday 18 June was one of the nicest forecasts so far this year. My usual victims were all unavailable so I went on a solo run. I do love a solo run from time to time however there’s no doubt that having crew makes the day easier all round.
Hot weather impacts fishing on the River Moy

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

Moy Catchment Angling Report – Week ending 22-06-2025Water levels at Ballylahan dropped slowly this week from 0.66 m on Sunday, 15th June, down to 0.23 m by noon on Sunday, 22nd June. Rainfall amounts were well below normal across the west for the week, with record air temperatures in some parts towards the weekend. Strong sunshine over several days, coupled with rising water temperatures, made angling difficult.
Michael Tiernan wins Foxford Salmon Anglers competition on L. Conn

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

Michael Tiernan with a beautiful Lough Conn trout Over the weekend, Foxford Salmon Anglers held their previously postponed Presidents Cup Competition in difficult conditions. Twenty-five anglers had a return of five trout over the 13-inch competition limit. The results were:1st place Michael Tiernan2nd place Pat McNulty3rd place John Sheridan4th place Martin Kenny Presidents Cup presentation with Billy Murphy, Eamon Kelly and Michael Tiernan. Go Fishing:Trout fishing in Mayo and Sligo
NCFFI Method Feedwer Qualifier at Oaklands Lake this weekend

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

The second of the NCFFI qualifiers for the All-Ireland Method Feeder Championship takes place next weekend at Oaklands Lake, the home venue for the championship on 14th September 2025. With 20 qualifying places up for grabs, it’s time to get booked in and secure your place in the final. Book now: https://www.ncffi.ie/mfq2Final & Prizes:€1,000 prize fund (based on full entry of 50 anglers). Top three in the final will be awarded cash prizes and medals. Online booking only.
Donal Raftery wins Dublin Trout Anglers LM Byrne Cup

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

The Dublin Trout Anglers fished their LM Byrne Cup on Lough Lene recently. They were faced with pretty challenging conditions with regular downpours interrupted by the odd bit of bright sunshine. The fishing was slow enough, with only 8 of the 28 anglers boating a fish. The best fish of the day, weighing in at 4.26lb, was caught by Donal Raftery, giving him his first ever win in a DTAA competition. Full results as follows:THE UPPER BOYNE LAKES
Keith McDonnell blog: River tactics for trout

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

Well-known angler and fly tyer Keith McDonnell specialises in targeting trout in our rivers, often with some of his meticulously crafted streamers. In his latest blogpost, he shares some of his knowledge on targeting large trout with dry flies, and as usual, his writing is accompanied by some fantastic photography…
Wicklow Bay throwing up plenty of species for Welsh group

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

East coast waters are home to some of the best fishing in Ireland, with Wicklow boasting record catches of Tope, Bull-Huss, Ray and Spurdog in recent years. Catch Gurnard, Pollock and Codling on the inshore rough patches or on the offshore banks. Target your Specimen Tope, Spurdog, and Bull-Huss with Kit your local experienced skipper and accomplished Irish International Angler. Angling Charters are offered on a full-day, half-day and evening trip basis and can be tailored to suit your needs.
Dates announced for South Shore SAC Open Shore Competition

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

South Shore SAC are running the Jimmy Smith and Maurice Dalton, all-Ireland Open Shore competition on 16th August on the North Beach in Wicklow Town. This is a pre-entry competition with entries closing on Wednesday 13th August 12 midnight. Check-in will be in the car park from 09.00 to 10.30. Sharp. There will be some walking involved with a high entry expected. Travel light, the walkway along the track above the beach has been restored, so it’ll be firm ground walking.
Massive weights for Lurgan coartse anglers on the Ulster Blackwater

3 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Shane O'Reilly

The Lurgan Coarse Angling Club fished the latest round of their Blackwater Summer League last weekend. Anglers feared that the sunshine and high temperatures might have put the fish off the feed, but they needn’t have worried, as the fish were on top form, with bream and skimmers feeding avidly. This led to some massive weights, none better than Nicky Seedon, who bagged over 45kg to take the win!. Johhney McKinley came in second with almost 34kg, and Johnny Keith took third with 20kg.
Ladies: Introduction to fly fishing at Southern County Fishing Resort on 13 July

4 days ago | fishinginireland.info | Myles Kelly

Opportunity for Women to be introduced to FlyfishingAn exciting opportunity, for women interested in learning about flyfishing, will be happening at the Southern County Fishing Resort near Garryhill on Sunday 13th July 2025. The event has been organised by the Irish Ladies Flyfishing Association (ILFA). It begins at 11am and will include a short indoor session followed by 4 hours of casting instruction and practice outside.