They are “Brown trouts” (Salmo Trutta), a type of trout that lives in big lakes and has adapted its hunting and feeding strategies according to the various possibilities that these environments have to offer.
The fish caught by spinning have a very interesting size, and it is not unusual to catch specimens of around 2/3 kg. This salmonid can reach truly remarkable sizes close to 10kg weight.
The trout population in Lough Derg is very well structured, both in terms of density and average size of the individual specimens. The perfect environmental conditions, the high quantity and variety of food available and the vastness of the area where they live, favor the proliferation of the species with an accelerated growth.
We fish with medium / light spinning equipment,and a very dynamic and amazing technique which consists of continuous casts and spot changes , that makes a great experience.
In addition to the trouts, during the fishing trip, other species can be caught , including pike and perch, that turns the day into an amazing one with continuous strikes and fun fights.
Hooked pikes of excellent sizes have been known to test the fishermen’s ability on catching them with the very light equipment .
A good selection of lures is important to face every situation and to find always the right technique to stimulate and trick the trout.
- Minnows of different sizes from 5 to 11 cm
- Suspending Long jerk of different colors and lengths ranging from 9 to 13 cm
- Small spoon from 2 to 10 grams weights
The perfect equipment allows us to give the correct action to each lures.
The necessary equipment is made by two rods of different power and two light reels spooled with thin braids.
- 7 ‘ rod – 1 oz casting power able to properly handle minnows and long jerk of the larger sizes
- 7 ‘ rod – 1/2 oz casting power for the smallest and lightest lures.
- 2 Reels size 3000/4000 spooled with 10/25 lb braid
- Fluorocarbon leader of 0.25mm completed with a small and strong snap
The trout fishing season on lough Derg opens on March 15 and closes on September 30th.
During these months the fishing of this salmonid is always excellent. Adapting techniques and fishing spots based on the annual period, produce excellent results throughout the year.
During the month of May, with the abundant hatch of Mayfly, it is possible to face these magnificent fish also with the dry fly technique. A compelling and unique technique of its kind.
For the 2020 fishing season we are pleased to offer you an holiday packages exclusively dedicated to this magnificent salmonid.
The travel packages are all-inclusive and include all Blackbay services and logistics:
- week package (6 days fishing) or weekend package (4 days fishing)
- transport to and from the airport
- complete fishing tackle (rods, reels and a selection of the best lures)
- boat fishing with a professional guide
- full board accommodation at the Blackbay lodge
Only for the 2020 season we offer a PROMOTIONAL PRICE for the “Trout Package”.
THE FISH
They are “Brown trouts” (Salmo Trutta), a type of trout that lives in big lakes and has adapted its hunting and feeding strategies according to the various possibilities that these environments have to offer.
The fish caught by spinning have a very interesting size, and it is not unusual to catch specimens of around 2/3 kg. This salmonid can reach truly remarkable sizes close to 10kg weight.
The trout population in Lough Derg is very well structured, both in terms of density and average size of the individual specimens. The perfect environmental conditions, the high quantity and variety of food available and the vastness of the area where they live, favor the proliferation of the species with an accelerated growth.
FISHING TECHNIQUE
We fish with medium / light spinning equipment,and a very dynamic and amazing technique which consists of continuous casts and spot changes , that makes a great experience.
In addition to the trouts, during the fishing trip, other species can be caught , including pike and perch, that turns the day into an amazing one with continuous strikes and fun fights.
Hooked pikes of excellent sizes have been known to test the fishermen’s ability on catching them with the very light equipment .
LURES
A good selection of lures is important to face every situation and to find always the right technique to stimulate and trick the trout.
- Minnows of different sizes from 5 to 11 cm
- Suspending Long jerk of different colors and lengths ranging from 9 to 13 cm
- Small spoon from 2 to 10 grams weights
RODS AND REELS
The perfect equipment allows us to give the correct action to each lures.
The necessary equipment is made by two rods of different power and two light reels spooled with thin braids.
- 7 ‘ rod – 1 oz casting power able to properly handle minnows and long jerk of the larger sizes
- 7 ‘ rod – 1/2 oz casting power for the smallest and lightest lures.
- 2 Reels size 3000/4000 spooled with 10/25 lb braid
- Fluorocarbon leader of 0.25mm completed with a small and strong snap
SEASONS
The trout fishing season on lough Derg opens on March 15 and closes on September 30th.
During these months the fishing of this salmonid is always excellent. Adapting techniques and fishing spots based on the annual period, produce excellent results throughout the year.
During the month of May, with the abundant hatch of Mayfly, it is possible to face these magnificent fish also with the dry fly technique. A compelling and unique technique of its kind.
PACKAGES YEAR 2020
For the 2020 fishing season we are pleased to offer you an holiday packages exclusively dedicated to this magnificent salmonid.
The travel packages are all-inclusive and include all Blackbay services and logistics:
- week package (6 days fishing) or weekend package (4 days fishing)
- transport to and from the airport
- complete fishing tackle (rods, reels and a selection of the best lures)
- boat fishing with a professional guide
- full board accommodation at the Blackbay lodge
Only for the 2020 season we offer a PROMOTIONAL PRICE for the “Trout Package”.
