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Pike shore fishing. Lough Corrib, Connemara .English/French speaking Ghillie.

Galway, Ireland

Pike shore fishing. Lough Corrib, Connemara .English/French speaking Ghillie.

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Overview

Duration

Languages

English, French

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Pike fishing on the shores of Lough Corrib is ranked very high by fishermen internationally. Anglers go on the trail of the trophy pike on Lough Corrib from the middle of July onwards to the middle of December. Several methods of angling are used to catch pike.
Your guide will advise you on which method of angling to use on the day. There are numerous options: Spinning – fishing from a stationary position with baits/lures. Dead-baiting- fishing with a dead natural bait (usually Perch, Roach, Herring Eel) using a float. This method of angling is best when there is enough wind to make the float drift. Dead-baiting and spinning are usually carried out at the same time. Jerk baiting – this is a rather new method of pike fishing on Corrib and the angler will require a special rod & reel and a selection of Jerk Baits.

Pax: min 1, max 3. Available all year.

What to remember

Important info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Please note All participants must be agile enough to get in and out of boats. Please make yourself aware of the catch limits, sizes etc. etc. Let us know of any and all medical conditions prior to setting out onto the lake. Maximum of two fishermen per boat. Best time to fish is May following on from the Mayfly hatch. It is a legal requirement for all persons venturing out on to Lough Corrib to wear a life jacket. . What to wear: Appropriate fishing attire and foot wear. If the weather is wet a change of clothing and towel are recommended for afterwards. Favourite lures, flies, et al, sun glasses, water/refreshments, camera and sun block if the weather is bright and sunny.