Embark on an angling adventure that welcomes everyone, as the North West Angling Fair proudly presents the groundbreaking "Angling for All" programme which will be delivered by Foyle River-Catchment Outdoor Group (FROG CIC). Designed to champion inclusivity, this initiative focuses on engaging underrepresented groups within angling, offering a gateway to the vibrant world of fishing for youth, ladies, and disabled anglers.
FROG CIC will be showcasing a range of exciting angling activities for all ages and experience levels at the North West Angling Fair! Here’s what you can look forward to:
Casting Workshops:
• Traditional Lough Style Boat Casting
• Fly Casting
• Coarse Fishing Set Up & Casting
Youth Fly Tyers
Our Youth Fly Tiers will also be on display, demonstrating their impressive skills in creating the perfect fly patterns for local waterways in the Foyle system. Stop by the Youth Fly Tying Row to see them in action — and if your child wants to try tying a fly themselves, our friendly coaches will guide them!
This year we are delighted to welcome:
Finn Kelly
Cillian Kelly
Erin McCloskey
Marley Kelly
Jacob Pearson
Henry Suiter
Emelia McCloskey
Ruairi McBride
Beginner/Novice Coaching:
New to angling? Our experienced coaches are here to help! Try your hand at bait, fly, or coarse fishing with hands-on casting sessions. Learn how to cast from a boat, present a dry fly to a trout, or target bait for roach — all with expert guidance.
Angling Simulator:
Not into traditional casting? Test your skills on our popular Angling Simulator! Try to land a huge tuna or marlin, and feel the thrill of the fight! Perfect for anglers of all generations.
Expert Advice:
FROG CIC coaches will also offer advice on all things angling: from equipment and bait selection to licensing, permits, and fish identification. Don’t hesitate to sign up at our registration table for these informative workshops.
Join us at the North West Angling Fair 2025 and be a part of the Angling for All movement – where diversity meets the riverbank, and everyone is welcome to try their hand at angling.