Loughs Agency has released the following statement in relation to a pollution incident in a tributary of the River Finn: On Tuesday, 12th September, Loughs Agency was alerted to the potential presence of a pollutant into a tributary of the River Finn, allegedly stemming from a commercial premises. Loughs Agency…
Congratulations to Loughs Agency’s first group of Summer Ambassadors. The Foyle & Carlingford Ambassador Programme took place across the Foyle Catchment area throughout the month of July. Young ambassadors attended a series of educational workshops, reviewed natural environments, and studied environmental preservation techniques. This highly…
A sea trout tagged as part of a collaborative project led by Loughs Agency and the River Faughan Anglers has provided remarkable insights into the growth and behaviour of these elusive fish within the Lough Foyle system. The ‘Casting for Knowledge’ initiative highlights the value of…
A number of projects funded by Loughs Agency’s Angling Improvement Fund 2023, which aims to reinvest in angling-related initiatives that directly benefit the Foyle and Carlingford catchments, have officially commenced. Angling clubs, fisheries, charities and community organisations were among the groups invited by Loughs Agency to provide project ideas which…
Loughs Agency has appealed to anglers and the general public to remain vigilant and report the presence of any Pacific pink salmon encountered in the Foyle and Carlingford Catchments during the coming months. In 2017, 2019 and 2021 this non-native fish species unexpectedly appeared in unprecedented numbers in…
Loughs Agency is advising anglers to help preserve salmon and trout stocks in rivers following prolonged periods of hot weather across both the Foyle and Carlingford catchments. These extreme weather conditions have led to low river flows, high water temperatures and low oxygen levels in many…
Over the last few weeks, Loughs Agency’s Education Team have been busy informing and educating pupils and teachers within the Foyle and Carlingford catchment areas about our waterways. St Mary’s College Education Officer Michael Cosgrove made several visits to St Marys College to help Year 11…
An event aimed at encouraging people to get involved with their local waterways and environment has taken place in the Glenelly Valley. The StreamKeepers community outreach programme is facilitated by Loughs Agency, who are collaborating with Glenelly Historical Society for the most recent leg of the…
We are pleased to announce that Loughs Agency HQ in Prehen has reopened to the public. Our team is committed to providing excellent customer service and support for all of your queries. The Riverwatch Aquarium and Visitor Centre will remain closed…
Loughs Agency has released the following statement in relation to Gribben Quay: Loughs Agency is currently undertaking construction work associated to the erection of a new gate on the Gribben Quay. As a result, vehicle access is strictly prohibited until further notice. Whilst we appreciate this may cause an…
Loughs Agency CEO Sharon McMahon was delighted to see the Carlingford catchment included in US President Joe Biden’s visit to Ireland. Following his arrival in Belfast, Mr Biden then travelled across the border into County Louth, stopping for a tour of King John’s Castle which overlooks the scenic Carlingford…
The North West Angling Fair 2023 took place in Strabane last weekend, 1st and 2nd April, with angling enthusiasts turning out in their droves. Those in attendance had the opportunity to access a wide range of fishing tackle producers, fly tying brands and fishing outfitters in the Main Hall of…
This weekend sees the return of the North West Angling Fair to Melvin Sports Complex, Strabane, and Loughs Agency staff will be present at the event hosting a series of talks. Rachel Scott, GIS Manager Geographical Information Systems Manager Rachel Scott will present data collected by Loughs…
The North West Angling Fair 2023 will play host to some of the world’s finest fly casters at this year’s event, which is set to take place at the Melvin Sport Complex, Strabane on 1st-2nd April. Names such as Mark Patterson, Scott MacKenzie and Pauline McClenaghan will be present…
A public consultation on Loughs Agency’s angling and fisheries improvement strategy and action plans for Foyle and Carlingford has been launched. The consultation, which will run for a period of eight weeks, will provide members of the public with the opportunity to share their thoughts on…
Loughs Agency has welcomed an international delegation of almost 100 marine scientists, academics and political representatives to Derry~Londonderry for the much-anticipated SeaMonitor-STRAITS Conference, which took place at the stunning Guildhall on 23rd and 24th February. The two-day event, which was compered by biologist and comedian Simon…
Loughs Agency is launching a new and exciting community outreach programme designed to promote the importance of protecting our natural resources and waterways. The “StreamKeepers” programme aims to educate and engage community members in the preservation and conservation of local rivers, lakes and streams. The initiative will take place on…
Loughs Agency has made the decision to retain salmon carcass tag numbers for licence holders for the 2023 season in line with the policy followed in the previous two years. Based on the information collected in 2022, a continual fall in salmon numbers has been recorded year on year, and…
Loughs Agency has issued a declaration suspending netting in the River Foyle, Lough Foyle and seaward of Lough Foyle and restricting Angling in the River Finn to catch and release only. The restrictions have been put in place to protect the Atlantic Salmon. The number of salmon which have migrated…
Loughs Agency’s highly-anticipated Water Warriors events took place on 22nd November in the Foyle catchment, and 23rd November in the Carlingford catchment. The unique events, which form part of the Agency’s Foyle & Carlingford Ambassador Programmes, attracted hundreds of post-primary pupils to partake in a fully…