Dating to the 1960s, “Game Fishing in Ireland” promotes the Emerald Isle’s sport fishing and tourism industry. It was made in cooperation with the Inland Fisheries Trust, Inc. narrated by Niall Tôibîn and produced and directed by Colm O’Laoghaire.

0:09-0:37: Introduction to the land of waters, rich lakes, and rivers in Ireland.

0:37-1:04: Description of the various water bodies, including lakes, rivers, and streams.

1:04-1:23: Discussion on the Atlantic salmon’s migration and behavior during the angling season.

1:23-2:25: Techniques for catching salmon, including the use of lures and understanding their behavior.

2:25-2:52: Persistence in fishing is rewarded, and a salmon is caught.

2:52-3:34: Debate on the use of a tailor versus a gaff for handling fish, followed by the capture of a 10 lb fish.

3:34-4:14: Focus shifts to brown trout fishing in early spring, highlighting its popularity among Irish anglers.

4:14-5:07: Techniques for wet fly fishing for trout, including the use of small flies and constant vigilance.

5:07-5:59: Success in catching multiple trout, with a humorous note on releasing smaller fish.

5:59-7:02: Fishing in large lakes using wet flies, with specific fly patterns mentioned.

7:02-8:29: Description of ferox trout and the techniques used to catch them, emphasizing the need for caution.

8:29-9:00: Arrival of swallows and the start of the dry fly fishing season in April.

9:00-10:43: Techniques for dry fly fishing in clear limestone waters, including selecting the right fly and careful casting.

10:43-11:39: Success in catching a nice fish and moving to another pool for more fishing.

11:39-12:43: Transition from river to lake fishing, with a focus on restocking efforts and facilities for anglers.

12:43-13:32: Description of the mayfly hatch and its importance for fishing, including the behavior of mayflies and the method of dapping.

13:32-15:01: Fishing with mayflies, including the technique of dapping and the capture of trout.

15:01-16:00: Evening fishing with spent mayflies, highlighting the behavior of trout and the angler’s strategy.

16:00-17:37: Continued fishing success during the mayfly season, with a focus on the evening calm and the use of artificial flies.

17:37-19:26: Reflection on the previous evening’s catches and planning for future fishing trips.

19:26-20:13: Shift to summer salmon fishing in the small moorland rivers of the West Coast.

20:13-21:50: Techniques for fishing in small rivers, including the use of small flies and the excitement of catching lively salmon.

21:50-23:10: Description of white trout and their behavior, with a focus on the excitement of catching them.

23:10-24:39: Enjoyment of lake fishing for sea trout and the challenges of fishing in hill streams.

24:39-26:34: Introduction of rainbow trout in experimental waters and their success in Ireland.

26:34-27:08: Conclusion highlighting the clean waters of Ireland and the flourishing salmon tribe, making Ireland a great destination for game fishermen.

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