This year’s Species event was fishing for smoothhound from Haslar Marina, Gosport, fishing the waters to the East of Isle of Wight. On Saturday morning the 20 anglers mustered outside unit 16 office, Haslar Marine, the base for Kelly’s Hero Charters who’s two boats were to stage the event. Breakfast baps were delivered to the office for those that ordered them and the … [Read more...]

The Covid 19 postponed 2020 EFSA Shore Angling Championships were re-arranged for competition from September 29th to October 2nd, 2021. The HQ venue was The Upton Court Hotel in Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford where the parade of national flags & opening ceremony took place on the evening of Wednesday September 29th. This was followed by the zone draw where competitors were … [Read more...]

It was great to be back at Plymouth to fish the Boat Championship although in somewhat constrained circumstances. Due to Covid restrictions we were limited to five anglers per boat and no presentation.  However, most of us managed to catch up with friends and rivals over the two days. Day 1 After reports back from the practice day and consultation with the skippers … [Read more...]