This Ghillie's Life: a documentary on the ghillieing tradition in county Kerry

A life spent fishing.....every day catching fish....on the water...and surrounded by some of Kerry's most scenic landscapes.....it seems like a job the few could resist.....

However, the life of a Ghillie is a job of many factors and facets; from guiding clients to the upkeep of the fishery as well as protecting the future of Kerry's fishing environment, the Ghillie is rooted in the traditions of its past, the reality of the present, and the hopes and fears for the future.

Show Notes

In this radio documentary, originally produced for Radio Kerry ten years ago I speak to some of Kerry's leading guides and find out if their way of life is in danger of being lost to modern habits and times. 

As long as we have fish in the waters then people will seek to catch them and there will always be ghillies on hand to guide them.  As the poet Paddy Bushe says, the imaginative is only reflecting the practical reality around us and one wonders if new myths and new annals will have to be written in half a century's time....

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Mayfly Tactics Masterclass

Mayfly time is the pinnacle for most brown trout anglers and we’re pleased to announce our next Ireland on the Fly Masterclass is focusing on mayfly tactics with international angler, guide and renowned fly tyer, Jackie Mahon.

On Thursday 25th of April at 8pm, Jackie will be discussing how to make the most of the conditions, the best flies and methods to use, as well as giving his tips and insights from a lifetime of experience.

To join us for this Masterclass on Thursday 25th of April just go to:

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3138230924312556894

Tickets cost €10 and all attendees will get a copy of Jackie’s notes as well as access to the recording of the webinar afterwards.

And stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.

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