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This week’s episode is a fascinating look at the famous Castleconnell Fishery on the River Shannon in Limerick with Pat O’Connor who is chair of the Castleconnell River Association.
 
It’s a fishery steeped in history when it was internationally renowned for its huge salmon in the 1800s to the early 1900s and it became a thriving centre for tackle development including the Castleconnell rod.
 
But since the Ardnacrusha development dammed the lower part of the Shannon in 1929 to provide power for the nascent Irish Free State, the fishery became a shadow of itself, and coupled with modern day issues around salmon numbers, it’s reckoned that they’re now at just 3% of their historic levels.
 
But, the Castleconnell River Association is trying to do its part in helping to save the existing broodstock and increase the numbers through conservation measures and ambitious projects.
 
Pat O’Connor takes us through the incredible history of the fishery as well as the work they are doing with some hope for the future.
 
 
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A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

Simen Saetre is the co-author (along with Kjetil Ostli) of ‘The New Fish: The Truth about Farmed Salmon and the Consequences We Can No Longer Ignore’ and joins Jim & Daire on the latest episode of The Last Salmon to talk about their years of research into the salmon farming industry and the shocking information they discovered along the way.  #thelastsalmon #fightforthewildsalmon
 The Last Salmon is a new podcast hosted by renowned actor, Jim Murray, and award-winning producer, Daire Whelan, which offers hope and solutions to the tragic story that is unfolding for an iconic species in crisis - the wild Atlantic salmon.  Listen and follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and for regular updates, follow the show at Instagram.com/TheLastSalmon.

A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

We’ve our first update of the mayfly season for this week’s show and Mike Keady joins us to tell us how Corrib has been fishing.
 
The weather has been unsettled and cold which hasn’t helped things, Mike tells us, but he does expect it to pick up for the next 1-2 weeks so if you have the opportunity do try and make the most of it before it finishes up on Corrib.
 
On Derg, Shane Creamer was out fishing for the week but he did send in an update with word that it has been very slow.  However, there have been some bumper days when winds were light and some very good fish caught in the 4-6lb bracket on dries.

 
Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.    Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

The Owenmore Fishery has been in the news recently with the State buying up the river and lands that are situated on the Dingle peninsula in Kerry.
 
So what does the future hold for the fishery and what is the fishing like on the river and lakes in one of Ireland’s most scenic locations?
 
Frank Maunsell has been the fishery manager there for over a quarter of a century and he joins us on this week’s show with tales of poachers, fishing and tactics that you’d scarcely believe but are well worth listening to…..
 
We’ve also had many people get in touch about last week’s episode with Rory Harkin of Rory’s Tackle shop in Temple Bar – especially their cult t-shirts - and Rory’s have kindly given us 5 t-shirts and baseball caps to give away so just listen to this week’s episode for the question and email the answer to info@irelandonthefly.com to be in with a chance of winning.
 

Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.    Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

Matt Harris is the angler you want to fish with and hang out with in the hut or bar afterwards.
 
He has a lifetime of stories of fish caught, every one as good as the last, but despite having thrown a fly in practically every corner of the globe, it’s still the Atlantic salmon that holds a special place in his heart.
 
He talks to us about his favourite places and battles won – and lost - with the mighty Atlantic salmon, as well as his ongoing efforts to help fight for their future.
 
Pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy as Matt Harris, fly angler extraordinaire and raconteur with a rod, joins us on the latest episode of The Last Salmon. Image: www.mattharrisflyfishing.com #thelastsalmon #fightforthewildsalmon
 The Last Salmon is a new podcast hosted by renowned actor, Jim Murray, and award-winning producer, Daire Whelan, which offers hope and solutions to the tragic story that is unfolding for an iconic species in crisis - the wild Atlantic salmon.  Listen and follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and for regular updates, follow the show at Instagram.com/TheLastSalmon.
 

A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

Rory's.  It’s a famous name with a famous owner, Rory Harkin, of Rory’s Tackle Shop in Temple Bar in Dublin.
 
But did you know it opened its doors in 1959 when there were just warehouses around the area and trout and salmon could be caught by the bucketful within Dublin’s environs?
 
Rory Harkin may have passed on the running of the shop to his daughter Mary but he joins us this week to talk about his love of fly fishing, meeting and fishing with so many household names – including Charles Ritz, Hugh Falkus and Kingsmill Moore - and why the shop was always about more than just selling rods…..
 
 
Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.    Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell
Paddy McDonnell is perhaps Ireland's most well-known salmon guide and instructor.  Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.
For this Masterclass, Paddy McDonnell will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.
With a focus on summer salmon and dealing with difficult conditions, Paddy will explain how to approach a pool, salmon lies and how to read the water, and the importance of creating 'the vulnerable prey image' in the water.
Plus, for the second half of the webinar, Paddy will be answering audience questions directly so this is a unique opportunity to have your salmon questions answered by one of the greats of Irish salmon angling.
Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
** 50% Loyalty Discount **
As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we’re also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.
If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.
Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!
***
Who is giving the Masterclass?
Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland’s most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.
How do I access the webinar?
Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.
When is it on?
8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.
If I can’t make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?
Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.
Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295
Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.
For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com