Fishing

Chris arrived from London last week after promises of trout and sea-fishing. On day one we headed for Rosroe lake by Rathlahine castle, hired boat, fly rod and spinning rod and headed out on the water. It was a dry overcast day and we were the only ones on the water. Lovely day out but not a sign of a fish all day – had to text Linda to open the two tins of tuna which had been bought as a standby!
Our seafishing trip with John from Cleggan was much more successful. Drove up through Connemara – clear skies, sunshine and wonderful views - with a stop for dinner at O’Dowds in Roundstone – local oysters, mussels, salmon and pan fried cod washed down with Guinness. Early start the next morning for the full Irish breakfast from my cousin Sue – I do love the white pudding! - and onto the boat at Cleggan with 7 others. Another great day – clear skies, hardly a breeze and bright sunshine all day.
Managed to catch a good number of Pollack and some Ling and headed home in the evening with about 4 kilos of fillets. Tinned tuna once a week is enough!