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RINN-SHANNON & DISTRICT ANGLING CLUB (R.S.D.A.C)

Founded in 2000 and with an average annual membership of 200 members over the last few years, R.S.D.A.C has developed from what was, initially, a small club with only a handful of members at the turn of the century to an ever-growing organisation, attracting both young and old alike to participate in the noble and peaceful art of angling.

STOCKING OF LOUGH ROWAN WITH BROWN TROUT 2007

Originally set up to improve Angling Tourism in the area, attract newcomers to the sport and create a social network for local fishermen, it was only when our plans for a Club-managed Brown – Trout Fishery at local lake Lough Rowan came to fruition, that membership and outside interest increased beyond all expectations.

The stocking of Lough Rowan (which never before held a head of brown trout) with over 10,000 brown trout in its opening year saw anglers travelling from every corner of Ireland, England , France and beyond to what is now the only Brown Trout Fishery in a 50 mile radius.

Boasting a busy calendar of events, R.S.D.A.C organise coarse-fishing matches for local kids, clean up local roadside areas (participant in Leitrim County Council’s Adopt A Road Scheme), host Angling

CHERNOBYL KIDS BOATING AND BARBEQUE DAY OUT

Awareness Days for novices and an annual Boating And Barbeque Day for visiting Belarusian kids affected by the Chernobyl disaster many years ago.

Plans are in operation this year to provide facilities for disabled Anglers at Lough Rowan consisting of a specially constructed lakeside disabled fishing platform and the acquisition of a tailor made disabled fishing vessel from the Wheely Boat Trust with the assistance and direction of the S.H.R.F.B & THE Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities.

FISHERIES AWARENESS DAY FOR CHILDREN AT ROWAN

LOUGH ROWAN CAUGHT BROWN TROUT

Lough Rowan Information

Stunning scenery in the heart of John Mc Gahern country coupled with affordable prices are just some of the bonuses on offer at this fledgling fishery. It has an excellent stocking policy which suffices to provide it's anglers with a standard of fishing which is rewarding for beginners yet challenging enough for the accomplished angler. With brown trout up to 18lbs in weight and excellent bank access for wading, Lough Rowan is one of the most exciting brown trout fisheries in The Shannon region. All the fish fight right to the net and succumb to traditional patterns throughout the year. Regular anglers are always on hand to offer sound words of advice to every visitor adding to the friendly atmosphere of the picturesque rural Irish venue.

The waters in this fishery and the surrounding areas are patrolled by water keepers at all times to prevent poaching and illegal fishing.

Evening hatches here are superb with the free-rising brownies offering some breathtaking "top of the water" action which needs to be experienced to be believed.

Boat and engine hire are also available (see contact us section)