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Saturday 6th April • 11am~5pm<br />
Sunday 7th April • 10am~4pm<br />
Programme of Events<br />
Casting Demonstrations<br />
Watch skilled anglers demonstrate casting techniques,<br />
featuring both single and double-handed methods. Doublehanded<br />
demonstrations will be held on the river Mourne<br />
(adjacent to the pedestrian bridge), while single-handed<br />
demos will take place on the Felix McCrossan Pitch.<br />
Double Handed Demonstration<br />
River Mourne<br />
TIME<br />
11am - 11.30am<br />
12noon - 12.30pm<br />
1pm - 1.30pm<br />
2pm - 2.30pm<br />
3pm - 3.30pm<br />
4pm - 4.30pm<br />
TIME<br />
11.30am - 12noon<br />
12.30pm - 1pm<br />
1.30pm - 2pm<br />
2.30pm - 3pm<br />
3.30pm - 4pm<br />
DEMONSTRATOR<br />
Tom Brown<br />
Lucinda Ewin<br />
Andrew Toft<br />
Robert Gillespie & Michael O’Kane<br />
Conor Arnold<br />
Scott MacKenzie<br />
Single Handed Demonstration<br />
Melvin Pitches<br />
DEMONSTRATOR<br />
Robert Gillespie<br />
Mark Patterson<br />
Steve Peterson<br />
Stevie Munn<br />
Andrew Toft<br />
<strong>Angling</strong> for All<br />
Embark on an angling adventure that welcomes<br />
everyone, as the <strong>North</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Angling</strong> <strong>Fair</strong> proudly<br />
presents the groundbreaking ‘<strong>Angling</strong> for All’<br />
programme which will be delivered by Foyle River-<br />
Catchment Outdoor Group (FROG CIC). Designed to<br />
champion inclusivity, this initiative focuses on engaging<br />
underrepresented groups within angling, offering<br />
a gateway to the vibrant world of fishing for youth,<br />
ladies, and disabled anglers. Our programme features<br />
specialised workshops crafted to resonate with diverse<br />
audiences. Expert coaches will be on hand, providing<br />
guidance and answering queries to ensure a welcoming<br />
and supportive environment. Discover the perfect angling<br />
experience tailored just for you!<br />
Arts & Crafts with Leona Devine<br />
Kids will have the chance to get creative with Leona,<br />
making their very own clay river creatures. Arts & Crafts<br />
will be available each day from 12.30pm ~ 4pm.<br />
Saturday 6th April<br />
Casting Clinics<br />
Daily casting clinics will be available, with our expert demonstrators<br />
hosting small group sessions. Advance booking is necessary, as<br />
there are limited numbers of participants per clinic. Keep an eye<br />
out on our website and Facebook page for confirmed times and<br />
booking information.<br />
Casting Clinics<br />
Melvin Pitches<br />
TIME DEMONSTRATOR DISCIPLINE<br />
11am - 1pm Andrew Toft & Robert Gillespie Double Handed<br />
11am - 1pm Steve Peterson & Stevie Munn Single Handed<br />
2pm - 4pm Tom Brown & Lucinda Ewin Double Handed<br />
2pm - 4pm Connor Arnold & Mark Patterson Single Handed<br />
Casting Clinics with Ian Gamble &<br />
Pauline McClenaghan<br />
Book a 20-minute session (double-handed or single-handed<br />
rods) with Ian and Pauline on Saturday 6th or Sunday 7th April.<br />
Call 07874 999 236 to book. Beginners and improvers welcome.<br />
Talks<br />
TIME DEMONSTRATOR TALK<br />
1.30pm - 2.30pm Scott MacKenzie<br />
Experiences in <strong>Angling</strong><br />
& the new Graphene<br />
infused clothing range<br />
3pm - 4pm Ken Whelan<br />
Atlantic Salmon Trust ~<br />
Tracking salmon in the<br />
ocean<br />
Fly Tyer’s Row<br />
This year, we are delighted welcome back Fly Tyer’s Row with<br />
a range of highly skilled fly dressers, who will be at the fair<br />
throughout the weekend including Steve Moates, Joe Stitt, Dean<br />
Armstrong, Joe McDonald, Anthony McCann, Aodhan McKinley,<br />
Brendan Garland, Ryan Houston, Andrew Laverty, Stephen Brennan,<br />
Stuart Millan, Stuart Wylie, Jack Mc Laughlin, Arthur Greenwood,<br />
Trevor Norris, Trevor Greene and Jacob Griffin.<br />
Exhibition & Trade Stands<br />
Rodgers Fishing Tackle, Pocket Angler, Paul Gallagher Fine Art,<br />
Loop Tackle Design, The Great Outdoors, River Mourne Guides,<br />
Flight and Bite, Irish Ladies Flyfishing Association, Birchwood<br />
Fishery, Disabled Fly Fishing Ireland, Ulster <strong>Angling</strong> Federation,<br />
Rathmullen Charters, Stay Hooked, Chuck N Duck Fly Tying<br />
Materials, Deele & Dennett Anglers, NIE Water Management, The<br />
Loughs Agency and more.
Saturday 6th April • 11am~5pm<br />
Sunday 7th April • 10am~4pm<br />
Programme of Events<br />
Casting Demonstrations<br />
Watch skilled anglers demonstrate casting techniques,<br />
featuring both single and double-handed methods. Doublehanded<br />
demonstrations will be held on the river Mourne<br />
(adjacent to the pedestrian bridge), while single-handed<br />
demos will take place on the Felix McCrossan Pitch.<br />
Double Handed Demonstration<br />
River Mourne<br />
TIME<br />
10.30am - 11am<br />
11.30am - 12noon<br />
12.30pm - 1pm<br />
1.30pm - 2pm<br />
2.30pm - 3pm<br />
3pm - 3.30pm<br />
TIME<br />
11am - 11.30am<br />
12noon - 12.30pm<br />
1pm - 1.30pm<br />
2pm - 2.30pm<br />
2.30pm - 3pm<br />
DEMONSTRATOR<br />
Robert Gillespie & Michael O’Kane<br />
Scott MacKenzie<br />
Conor Arnold<br />
Andrew Toft<br />
Tom Brown<br />
Lucinda Ewin<br />
Single Handed Demonstration<br />
Melvin Pitches<br />
DEMONSTRATOR<br />
Andrew Toft<br />
Steve Peterson<br />
Stevie Munn<br />
Mark Patterson<br />
Robert Gillespie<br />
<strong>Angling</strong> for All<br />
Embark on an angling adventure that welcomes<br />
everyone, as the <strong>North</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Angling</strong> <strong>Fair</strong> proudly<br />
presents the groundbreaking ‘<strong>Angling</strong> for All’<br />
programme which will be delivered by Foyle River-<br />
Catchment Outdoor Group (FROG CIC). Designed to<br />
champion inclusivity, this initiative focuses on engaging<br />
underrepresented groups within angling, offering<br />
a gateway to the vibrant world of fishing for youth,<br />
ladies, and disabled anglers. Our programme features<br />
specialised workshops crafted to resonate with diverse<br />
audiences. Expert coaches will be on hand, providing<br />
guidance and answering queries to ensure a welcoming<br />
and supportive environment. Discover the perfect angling<br />
experience tailored just for you!<br />
Arts & Crafts with Leona Devine<br />
Kids will have the chance to get creative with Leona,<br />
making their very own clay river creatures. Arts & Crafts<br />
will be available each day from 12.30pm ~ 4pm.<br />
Sunday 7th April<br />
Casting Clinics<br />
Daily casting clinics will be available, with our expert demonstrators<br />
hosting small group sessions. Advance booking is necessary, as<br />
there are limited numbers of participants per clinic. Keep an eye<br />
out on our website and Facebook page for confirmed times and<br />
booking information.<br />
Casting Clinics<br />
Melvin Pitches<br />
TIME DEMONSTRATOR DISCIPLINE<br />
11am - 1pm Tom Brown & Lucinda Ewin Double Handed<br />
11am - 1pm Steve Peterson & Stevie Munn Single Handed<br />
2pm - 4pm Michael O’Kane & Robert Gillespie Double Handed<br />
2pm - 4pm Connor Arnold & Mark Patterson Single Handed<br />
Casting Clinics with Ian Gamble &<br />
Pauline McClenaghan<br />
Book a 20-minute session (double-handed or single-handed<br />
rods) with Ian and Pauline on Saturday 6th or Sunday 7th April.<br />
Call 07874 999 236 to book. Beginners and improvers welcome.<br />
Talks<br />
TIME DEMONSTRATOR TALK<br />
1.30pm - 2.30pm Scott MacKenzie<br />
Experiences in <strong>Angling</strong><br />
& the new Graphene<br />
infused clothing range<br />
3pm - 4pm Ken Whelan<br />
Atlantic Salmon Trust ~<br />
Tracking salmon in the<br />
ocean<br />
Fly Tyer’s Row<br />
This year, we are delighted welcome back Fly Tyer’s Row with<br />
a range of highly skilled fly dressers, who will be at the fair<br />
throughout the weekend including Steve Moates, Joe Stitt, Dean<br />
Armstrong, Joe McDonald, Anthony McCann, Aodhan McKinley,<br />
Brendan Garland, Ryan Houston, Andrew Laverty, Stephen Brennan,<br />
Stuart Millan, Stuart Wylie, Jack Mc Laughlin, Arthur Greenwood,<br />
Trevor Norris, Trevor Greene and Jacob Griffin.<br />
Exhibition & Trade Stands<br />
Rodgers Fishing Tackle, Pocket Angler, Paul Gallagher Fine Art,<br />
Loop Tackle Design, The Great Outdoors, River Mourne Guides,<br />
Flight and Bite, Irish Ladies Flyfishing Association, Birchwood<br />
Fishery, Disabled Fly Fishing Ireland, Ulster <strong>Angling</strong> Federation,<br />
Rathmullen Charters, Stay Hooked, Chuck N Duck Fly Tying<br />
Materials, Deele & Dennett Anglers, NIE Water Management, The<br />
Loughs Agency and more.
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