European Coarse Angling Championship in Cavan
The 30th FIPSed European Coarse Angling Championship will take place in the Cavan Lakelands this weekend, June 27 and 28, bringing together the finest float anglers from across Europe.
The event is hosted by the National Coarse fishing Federation of Ireland in partnership with Cavan County Council and Inland Fisheries Ireland, with the co-operation of local landowners.
Fifteen of Europe's leading national teams in the float fishing discipline from Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Poland, Lithuania, Hungary, Italy, France, Belgium, Germany, Slovenia, Denmark, Spain and the Netherlands will be taking part, creating one of the strongest international fields ever assembled in the region.
The championship provides a unique opportunity to showcase the outstanding waters of the Cavan Lakelands to an international audience. The event will highlight not only the quality of the region's fisheries, but also its rich angling heritage, spectacular scenery and reputation as one of Europe's premier destinations for wild coarse fishing.
Commenting on the announcement, NCFFI Chair Gavin Walsh said: "It is our honour to bring this prestigious championship to the Cavan Lakelands for the first time. This is an area with a long and respected tradition in coarse angling, where generations of anglers have been attracted to its waters. We look forward to welcoming Europe's finest competitors to experience not only the fishing, but also the scenery, hospitality and unique character of this remarkable region."
The main competition will take place across two renowned venues, with sections at Eonish Shore on Lough Oughter and Lough Gowna. However, the championship atmosphere will begin much earlier, with teams arriving in the region since last Sunday, June 21, to undertake official training and preparation.
The championship headquarters is based in Killeshandra, which will host the official welcome to the competing nations. The competition concludes with a presentation to the winners followed by a gala dinner at the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan.
Cllr Carmel Brady, Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council welcomes the fishermen: “Anglers have always been very important to Cavan and the county is very well placed to offer a world class fishing experience. I would like to wish the organisers well and wish the participants the very best of luck for the competition. I would also like to encourage our international visitors to explore Cavan and all we have to offer while they are here."