2016 Newsletter

Opening day of the new season on the Bandon is just around the corner and with it comes
refreshed enthusiasm. We hoped for more rain in 2015 and we certainly received it! For the
majority of the summer the river was in beautiful condition for salmon fishing, alas the run
of fish didnt match expectations. Spring fishing was extremely poor, with the best action
coming in July and August. Whilst some enjoyed very good sport, too many failed miserably
through no fault of their own. However, we witnessed an improved run of sea trout with
some beautiful specimens amongst them. Excellent brown trout fishing was also
experienced by several anglers when conditions suited, both in quality and quantity.
This year our fishing will continue on as normal, with opening day on February 15th. Our
opening day meet is in the Munster Arms Hotel, Bandon, where refreshments will be served
from 5.30pm. As always, we remind anglers to record all salmon and sea trout over 40cm in
their logbooks whether they are retained or released, including salmon kelts, baggots and
rawners. Also, make sure logbooks are returned by October 19th so accurate figures are
collated by IFI. The total allowable catch (TAC) for the Bandon has decreased for 2016 and if
catches of fish are not fully reported, we may see a return of brown tags in the not too
distant future. Anglers are still permitted to retain 10 salmon/sea trout over 40cm.
The dates set for payment of club permits are the 9th and 10th of February at 7.00 pm to
9.30 pm in the Munster Arms Hotel. Season permit prices for the upcoming season remain
the same at 150. When receiving your permit you will also obtain a tag for your jacket or
hat. The tag, along with licence, will change colour for the coming season. This is a visual aid
to help fishery officers, water keepers and anglers alike to identify whether someone should
be fishing or not. We must stress this is not a licence and you must still carry your permit.
The summer of 2015 finally saw the commencement and completion of our river works
plan. This work consisted of enhancing angling potential and counteracting erosion on six
pools, from Pot Hole to Deasys Turn. Already, the work has proved extremely successful
with several salmon caught. If you havent seen the works already, than a video of it can be
seen on our website, www.bandonangling.com.
Water quality on the Bandon throughout 2016 was good but came under pressure on a few
occasions. Thankfully, these incidents were dealt with accordingly and signs of improved
water quality throughout the system as a whole are extremely encouraging. Club members
are asked to be observant and report anything suspicious to our Environmental Officer. The
Bandon Flood Relief Scheme and Bandon Watermain and Sewerage Upgrade are due to
commence in the second half of 2016. Delays in both schemes have proved to be a major

setback to Bandon, particularly this winter, and their impending implementation is most
welcome by all.
Due to the incessant rain and floods that we have endured, there is no doubt that the river
bed and banks will have changed in some locations. When making your first casts of the
season, be aware of shifted gravel and undercut river banks. Finally, poaching was a
frequent nuisance at times last year, with trout bearing the brunt of it. If you suspect a nonmember is fishing club waters, do not approach them and contact the Club Mobile or
Fisheries Officers immediately.
Officers and Committee for 2015
President; Dick Lee. Vice President; Don Carey. Chairman; Robert Smith. Vice Chairman;
Sylvester Cotter. H/Treasurer; Michael ORegan. A/Treasurer; Fergal ORegan. H/Secretary;
Jason Nash. A/Secretary; Shane Deane. Youth Officer; Fergal ORegan. A/Youth Officer;
David McCann. Environmental Officer; Jason Nash. Development Officer; Barrie OMahony.
P.R Officer; David Forde.
Committee
Dan OConnell, David Forde, Denis Fahey, Mansfield Wagner, Tim OBrien, Jason Nash,
Barrie OMahony, Fergal ORegan, Don Ring, Anthony Buckley, Michael O'Regan, David
McCann, Robert Beare, Robert Smith, Brian Warren, Sylvester Cotter, Shane Deane, Phil
Dewey, Trevor OMahony, Ian Walker, Michael Waugh and Noel Scanlon.
Water Keepers
1. Anthony Buckley; 087-2500282.
2. Barrie O'Mahony; 087-2336405.
3. Fergal ORegan; 086-3724358.
4. Ian Walker; 087-6752585.
5. Michael Coughlan; 087-6592075.
6. Phil Dewey; 086-2509593.
7. Robert Smith; 086-3871173.
8. Shane Deane; 087-7535152.
9. Terry Payne; 086-0262566.
Website: www.bandonangling.com
Email:info@bandonangling.com
Club Mobile: 086-3724358
Dermot Long Fisheries Officer: 087-4199870
Environmental Officer: 085-1167865/ jason@bandonangling.com
Secretarys Address: Shippool, Innishannon, Co. Cork.
Tight lines!
Jason Nash,
Honorary Secretary.

Think Conservation, Enjoy the Bandon River.