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free fishing in wicklow

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  • 22-06-2011 6:47pm
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    mattcullen
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    I'm just wondering is there any lakes or rivers in Wicklow that you don't need a permit for fly fishing on and would be suitable for a beginner? I was thinking of the avanmore? As far as I can tell you only need a permit from Clara Lara on? Thanks in advance.


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    experimenter
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    http://fishwicklow.ie/rathdrum.home.html

    DAY TICKETS 2011 Includes public liability and personal accident insurance

    1 DAY €5, 3 DAY €10 7 DAY €20
    16 years and under must have a day ticket but it is FREE From
    -Murphey & Cahill (Gala) Main Street Rathdrum
    -Jackie Nolan (water keeper) Lower Street, Rathdrum
    -Meeting of the Waters Hotel,
    -Campus Service Station , Rathdrum
    -Tourist Information Office, The Square, Rathdrum


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    mattcullen
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    Thanks for that. I had seen that already on the internet. I'm used to sea fishing so I'm trying to get my head around the whole situation with permits from clubs for trout fishing. I was wondering whether there were areas for me to try out around the greater Dublin area without having to buy day tickets or join clubs. I might be better off sticking to the stocked lakes for a while anyhow i suppose. Cheers for taking the time to reply.


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    spaceHopper
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    mattcullen wrote: »
    Thanks for that. I had seen that already on the internet. I'm used to sea fishing so I'm trying to get my head around the whole situation with permits from clubs for trout fishing. I was wondering whether there were areas for me to try out around the greater Dublin area without having to buy day tickets or join clubs. I might be better off sticking to the stocked lakes for a while anyhow i suppose. Cheers for taking the time to reply.

    Join the dodder anglers it's only 10 euros for the year


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    slowburner
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    mattcullen wrote: »
    I'm just wondering is there any lakes or rivers in Wicklow that you don't need a permit for fly fishing on and would be suitable for a beginner? I was thinking of the avanmore? As far as I can tell you only need a permit from Clara Lara on? Thanks in advance.

    With the exception of Roundwood & Blessington reservoirs I believe all the lakes in Wicklow are free fishing. This does not guarantee a right of access though and should be verified with the landowner where possible. And in some cases access can be difficult or dangerous.


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    mattcullen
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    thanks all, yeah was thinking of giving Kellys Lough a try sometime. Bit of a walk but nice scenery anyhow i'd say


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    slowburner
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    I used to go up there on an annual pilgrimage. The trout there are heavier than the norm - 3/4 poundish and golden. It used to be said that they were Loch Leven trout. You won't catch many though!

    It's a long time since I made the trip and I am told it's not as difficult a climb as it used to be. But take all necessary precautions - it is dangerous up there. There are boulders covered in heather with hidden gaps in between, it would be very easy to twist an ankle or worse.

    I would love to hear how you get on.


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