ANGLERS TAKE TO THE SEA FOR THE 7TH WICKLOW BAY BOAT OPEN

Issued 09th June 2008

This coming Saturday, 28th June, marks the seventh Wicklow Bay Boat Competition, presented by the Wicklow Bay Sea Anglers Club.

This year the event includes a whole host of thrilling events, including the Leinster League, Gold Medal League, Interprovincial Championship, Shalimar Cup and most importantly, the Findlater Cup.

The excitement takes place in Wicklow Town on Saturday, 28th June, with anglers from all over Ireland taking part in this, the biggest event to date.

According to the Wicklow Bay Sea Anglers Club, Wicklow has proven itself to be an exceptional animal fishing venue with record-breaking catches in the last few years, in particular, record numbers of Tope, Dogfish, Huss, Smooth-hound and several species of Ray.

Most popular baits are Mackarel, Squid, Sand Eel and Herring. Boats leave the harbour from 9.15am with lines down from 10am to 4pm. All boats must fish within three miles of land and within specified boundaries.

Check in takes place at Wicklow Rowing Club, North Pier, Sea Front, Wicklow Town. Boats will launch from Watson’s Slip, north Pier. Presentations will take place in the Leitrim Lounge at 7.30pm.