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ESTABLISHMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES IRELAND - SEE PRESS RELEASE DATED JULY 1st, 2010 ANGLING CENTRE: Rooskey, Co Roscommon FISHERY AREA: Upper River Shannon & Lakes LOCATION
Rooskey is a small village located on the Upper River Shannon between Leitrim and Roscommon - about 12 miles from Carrick on Shannon and 90 miles approximately from Dublin. See Thumbnail map top right WHERE TO FISH There are a few prime angling hotspots on the Upper River Shannon and nearby on Lough Forbes which are described on this guide. There are also neighbouring centres offering lots of prime waters to fish - both lake and river (See DROMOD and MOHILL and CARRICK ON SHANNON Guides) A survey conducted in 2003 published in April 2004 indicates that the area of the River Shannon from Drumsna to Rooskey supports a large and healthy stock of coarse fish dominated by Roach / Bream hybrids, Roach, Perch and Bream in that order. Relatively small numbers of Tench, Pike, Rudd and trout were recorded. A copy of the report Entitled: "Status of fish stocks on the River Shannon between Roosky and Drumsna" can be requested in hard copy by emailing the angling section to info@shannon-fishery-board.ie WHO TO CONTACT You can browse and book local angling services and accommodation in advance of your trip to this area - see right column. If you feel you need further assistance, contact the Angling Section Tel: 057 9121777 or email Brian Mc Manus info@shannon-fishery-board.ie LOCAL FISHING GUIDE SUMMARY RATING CHART TO LOCAL FISHERIES Click on the links in the table below for detailed info on each Fishery, Facilities & Access and How to get there Pike Fishing Rated - excellent **** very good *** good ** fair * . N/P Species not present P - Species present Coarse Fishing Rated - excellent **** very good *** good ** fair * . N/P - species not present - P - Species Present - C/G - See Canal Guide
OPEN SEASON There is no close season for Coarse and Pike fishing but there are best times for individual species. More Info FISHING ADVICE To facilitate anglers, particularly those of you who are less experienced or those coming to Ireland for the first time, we recommend you review and follow tips and advice on coarse and pike fishing in Ireland ANGLING FEES There is no rod licence for coarse and pike fishing on the River Shannon.
ORDER A POCKET GUIDE TO PIKE AND COARSE FISH BYE LAWS IN 8 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES The ShRFB has published a pocket guide to Pike and Coarse Fish Bye Laws in eight different languages (English, German, French, Polish, Lithuanian, Latvian, Hungarian and Russian). Anglers can request a copy HERE or it can also be DOWNLOADED in pdf (7.38Mb) for those with broadband internet connection. Click on your country flag below to download in the relevant language
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BROWSE AND SELECT LISTED ACCOMMODATION 2010 click on providers name below LISTED ANGLING SERVICES Support - Shannon Regional Fisheries Board contact Mr Fergus Lynch, Assistant Fisheries Inspector Drumsna Co Leitrim. For further information Tel/Fax Outside Ireland +353 71 9624218 Inside Ireland 071 9624218 Mob: 087 2250471 Email: flynch@shrfb.com Angling Support: If you are planning a fishing trip to our region and need assistance please contact Brian Mc Manus, Angling Section Tel 057 9121777 Fax: 057 9121756 or email info@shannon-fishery-board.ie |
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