Game Angling & Fisheries
News, Announcements, Upcoming Events/Notices & Reports:
(Salmon & Trout Fishing)
Wednesday
October 5th, 2004
Photo:
Trout caught by Mick Flanagan last Friday evening on Lough Owel
3lbs, photo courtesy of the capotor
TROUT FISHING SEASON WINDING DOWN ON
A FAIRLY POSITIVE NOTE FOR 2004
This weeks report is confined to the managed midland trout lakes
which will remain open until October 12th. . Fishing was reasonably good but
hampered to some extent by the poor weather conditions. Next Wednesday
October 13th will be our last report of the season. However any worthy
fisheries news will be posted thereafter so do come back from time to
time to see what's new. TIGHT LINES!
SPECIAL NOTICE!
Anglers, please note that the 2004 salmon fishing
season is now over in the Shannon Region. Salmon licences SHOULD NOT
be purchased online until the season commences again in Jan 2005 -
Please be reminded that to be compliant with the salmon tagging
scheme, anglers should return their logbook and all unused tags for
2004 in the SAE provided with your licence and mail to us
within seven days following the end of the season (i.e. October
7th), even when no fish have been caught. Thank you |
FISHERIES & ANGLING HIGHLIGHTS
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THE SHRFB HOSTED A VERY IMPORTANT SEMINAR RECENTLY -
READ THE REPORT
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CO CAVAN AND MONAGHAN GARDA DIVISIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS FISHED ON SHEELIN OVER
THE WEEKEND:
Sean Gurhy Assistant Fisheries Inspector Lough Sheelin office reports
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DEVANNEY AND O'NEILL CROWNED LAKELAND CHAMPIONS:
Mick Flanagan angling correspondent Mullingar keeps us to to date on
the local news and competition fixtures.
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FISH ACTIVE THROUGHOUT WITH GOOD SPORT HAD BY SOME ANGLERS ON ENNELL:
Pat Mc Donnell Fishery Officer Mullingar reports
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FISHING SLOWED DOWN ON OWEL GOING INTO THE LAST WEEK OF THE SEASON:
Pat Mc Donnell Fishery Officer Mullingar reports
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ANGLERS PLEASED WITH THE QUALITY OF FISHING ON LOUGH REE:
Pat Mc Donnell Fishery Officer Mullingar reports
UPCOMING EVENTS:
*** above denotes that details of competitions
listed above are currently posted in our competition zone if you
require further details from the organisers
NEWS/ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICES:
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REPORT
ON THE ShRFB SEMINAR SEPTEMBER 23, 2004 'Shannon Waters - working together for
the future'
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CONSERVATION OF SALMON AND
SEA TROUT BYE LAW NO 797, 2004 INTRODUCED:
This Bye-law provides for a bag limit of 1 fish being either a salmon
or sea trout per angler per day from 1 September 2004 to 31 December
2004 and continues the imposition
of a bag limit of 1 fish per angler per day from 1 January to
31 May, and 3 fish from 1 June to the end of the fishing season,
subject to a total allowable catch of 20 fish per year.
CLICK HERE to download full
Bye-Law in Word
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ShRFB ANNOUNCES A MAGGOT FISHING BAN AND DESIGNATES FLY ONLY ON
SECTIONS OF THE CAMCOR AND LITTLE BROSNA RIVERS:
Maggot fishing in all forms is now banned on the Little Brosna and
Camcor Rivers. In addition the stretch of the River Camcor upstream of
Syngefield (Green) Bridge through Killyon to Drumcullen Bridge and
Breaghmore Bridge is strictly fly only by order of the Shannon
Regional Fisheries Board. Signs are now erected and anglers are
requested to rigidly observe these additional regulations. Regular
patrols and strict enforcement of the regulations have commenced to
ensure full compliance.
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RECREATIONAL ANGLING IRELAND: organise youth angling training
days over the summer at different venues around Ireland. For info on
venues in the ShRFB region contact Board Chairman Michael O'Callaghan
Mobile 086 8845750 or Eamon Ross LSTPA Mob: 087 9436655
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WILD SALMON AND
SEA TROUT TAGGING SCHEME REGULATION 2004
See Regulation 2004
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MINISTER APPOINTS GROUP TO REVIEW INLAND FISHERIES SECTOR See
the FGS website portal dedicated to the Review
UPPER SHANNON

LOUGH SHEELIN
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
Weather conditions were very poor, hence few anglers
were out fishing the lake. The Cavan & Monaghan Garda Divisional
Championships were were held on Saturday October 2nd. 86 anglers
took part and 13 trout were caught. The results were
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Winner: Tony Greham Dublin with a trout of 2lbs
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2nd Place: John Martin with one fish of 1lb 14.5ozs
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3rd Place: Jay Ginner with 2 fish for 1lb 12ozs
Angling guide John Murphy LSTPA had Scottish angler
Vaughan Ruckley out last week. They caught and released 16 trout
averaging 1.5lbs on dry fly. Mr Bill Browne Co Armagh, also a guest of
John Murphy caught and released 12 trout over the week.
For updates
contact Mr Sean Gurhy, Assistant Fisheries Inspector Lough
Sheelin Tel: 049 4336144
LOUGH O'FLYNN
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
Fish were elusive on O'Flynn this week. Anglers
reported plenty of fish showing but by all accounts proved difficult
to catch.
The Field Officers Association held their annual outing on Lough O'Flynn last Thursday. Billy
Murphy, Western Fisheries Board won the staff event. Paddy Isdell
Mullingar won the visitor section. Also on Saturday last Paul Reynolds
of the Western Fisheries Board took group of 10 junior anglers
to Lough O'Flynn for a days outing. The were delighted with their day,
catching a variety of fish.
For updates contact Mr John Ryan, Assistant Fisheries Inspector
Mobile: 087 6560038 Tel: 094 96 40103
MID SHANNON AREA
LOUGH ENNELL
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
The fishing slowed down somewhat compared to last
week. However fish were active throughout and some anglers did have
good sport. Pat Donoghue, Maynooth had the best reported fish at 4lbs
on September 30th. Michael Kelly, Mullingar had 3 fish for 12.4lbs on
Wednesday September 27th. Joe Bradley, Tullamore had a fish of 3lbs.
The Ennell section of the Lakelands competition was fished on Sunday
October 3rd. Mick Devaney, Mullingar won this section with 2
fish of 3.43lbs and 2.74lbs. Dave McBride, Dublin came in second with
2 fish of 3.30lbs and 2.58lbs. Third was Mel Fitzpatrick, Maynooth
with a fish of 2.76lbs. John O’Neill, Dublin was fourth with a fish of
2.07lbs. The main fly hatch was small yellow olive. Best
flies over the week were Peters, Claret Dabblers & Invictas. Most
parts of the lake are worth a try. With only a week to go anglers are
hoping that weather conditions will be suitable for a few last casts.
For updates contact Pat Mc Donnell,
Fishery Officer Shannon Regional Fisheries Board Mullingar
Office Tel: 044 48769
LOUGH OWEL
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
From local angler feedback it appears that fishing has
slowed down somewhat on Owel. It is hoped that angling will pick up
again before
closing day on Tuesday 12th October. There were a number of
competitions held on the lake. 12 anglers from Dundalk Angling Club
had 13 fish, best 1.5lbs. 6 Anglers from the Central Bank had 6 fish,
best 2lbs. 10 anglers from Inland Angling Club had 10 fish, best
1.5lbs caught by Donal McCallum. Lakeland Anglers competition Owel
section was fished on Sunday last October 3rd, 23 anglers caught 13 fish. Denis Goulding won with a trout of 2.51lbs, Second place went to TP Farrell
Mullingar with a fish of 1.71lbs. Third was Pat Noonan with a fish of
1.31lbs. The heaviest bag went to TP Farrell at 4.90lbs. Pleasure
anglers reported nearly 30 fish. Michael Tyvoid, Dublin had 6 fish on
Monday 25th September, best 2.5lbs. On Friday October 1st Michael had
another good day with a further 6 fish, best 2.75lbs. Best
Flies were Claret Dabblers, Peters, Peter Ross & Invictas.
For updates contact Pat Mc Donnell,
Fishery Officer Shannon Regional Fisheries Board Mullingar
Office Tel: 044 48769
LOUGH REE
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
Fishing ended for 2004 on Lough Ree on the 30th
September. Anglers while pleased with the quality of fishing did
comment that returns were not as good as in previous years and
attributed this to the fact that water levels were well down on Ree
from the start of the season. A few fish were caught over the last few
days of the season. Padraig McKiernan, Athlone had 3 fish from 1.5lbs
to 2lbs. Athlone anglers Eamon Quinn, Benny Carter, John McGeehan and
Pat McDonnell all had fish.
For updates contact Pat Mc Donnell,
Fishery Officer Shannon Regional Fisheries Board Mullingar
Office Tel: 044 48769
Mick Flanagan, Angling Correspondent for the
Westmeath Topic and Sunday World Newspaper Tel: 087 2797270:
mick@midlandangling.com reports on Midland Lakes and
Rivers.
DEVANNEY & O'NEILL CROWNED LAKELAND CHAMPIONS....
It has been another action packed week on the
angling front here in the Midlands. Visiting anglers Terry Smyth of
B.B.C sports " Northern Ireland " and his father in law, 86 year old
retired clergyman Andy Todd had a super days fishing on Lough Lene.
That was on Thursday 30th September, which sees Lough Lene close for
trout Fishing till next season. Then on Saturday night, Derravaragh
anglers held their annual dinner & social night in An Tintain
Restaurant Multyfarnham. On Sunday, Lakeland Anglers held their end
of season competition on Owel, Derravaragh , & Ennell. While all
this was happening the heavens opened and most lakes and rivers are
starting to rise, all except Lough Owel which is still very low. It
makes you wonder is Lough Owel able to cope with the demand of water
needed in the Mullingar area.
Photo:
Lakeland Angling champions. Mick Devanney and Ollie O Neill with
their prizes.
DERRAVARAGH A.C. NEWS .....
The Derravaragh Angling Club held their Annual
dinner & social night last Saturday in An Tintain Restaurant , main
St. Multyfarnham.This was a fantastic night with the service & food
being top drawer material. Derravaragh officers and members and not
forgetting the staff of an Tintain should be complemented on
organizing such a super night . On the night tickets were handed out
for a raffle, the Bruce Meehan came up trumps, winning a side of
Salmon , kindly sponsored by Liam Gilsenal. While we are on the
subject of raffle tickets, soon the Derravaragh Christmas raffle
tickets will be in circulation, substantial prizes will be on offer.
In Photo: Derravaragh Angling Club members
L-R. Jimmy Nally, Brue Meehan, Paddy Ward, Tom Newman.
LAKELAND ANGLERS .....
On Sunday Lakeland Anglers held their end of season
competition. This was fished on Lough Owel, Ennell , and Derravaragh,
with weigh - in at Caffreys Bar & Lounge Mount Street Mullingar.
Well known Mullingar angler Mick Devanney swept the boards winning
the Peter Caffrey Cup and the Larry Sleator Trophy. Mick had two
super trout from Lough Ennell the best weighing 3.43lbs, 2nd Dave Mc
Bride 3.30lbs, 3rd Mel Fitzpatrick 2.76. On Lough Derravaragh E.S.B.
employee Ollie O Neill came out Top Rod with a beautiful trout of
2.9lbs, this won Ollie The Knockeyon Cup. Lough Owel came up trumps
for Denis Goulding, Denis had a super trout of 2.51lbs, 2nd
T.P.Farrell 1.71lbs , 3rd Pat Noone 1.31lbs. A special prize for the
heaviest bag of trout from Lough Owel was won by T.P. Farrell. This
was sponsored by Jack Doolan. Lakeland anglers would like to thank
Jack Doolan, Niall Caffrey, Catherine Tyrrell & Patricia Montgomery
for sandwiches and Angling Focus for highlighting events & results
and anyone else who helped make this competition such a success.
TROUT COMPETITION ....
Next Sunday Oct 10th the Rex Beaumont Cup will be
fished on Lough Ennell " club competition ". Fishing from 11am, with
weigh in Caffreys Bar & Lounge at 8pm. More info at check in, in
Whitebridge Bay 11am. New members welcome. On Tuesday 12th Oct sees
the end of season competition, sponsored by Outdoor Pursuits " open
" Ennell, Owel, and Derravaragh, with usual check in stations.
fishing from 10-30am with weigh in in Caffreys Bar & Lounge at 8pm.
PALLAS LAKE
Week Ending
Sunday October 3rd, 2004
No report this period
For updates contact Brendan Mundy Tel: 087
9974521
LOWER SHANNON AREA

Season closed here for remaining part of 2004
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