Collecting Irish fly fishing first editions
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This week we’re turning our attention to first editions of Irish angling books.   The Ireland on the Fly Book Club is an important part of what we do here on the podcast and Muiris Huston, the medical contributor to the Irish times, is also a fly angler and fly fishing book collector and he joins us on the show to discuss the books everyone should have on their shelves.   If you are interested in collecting, here are some websites that Muiris recommends: https://anglingauctions.com www.mcgahernbooks.ca www.groverarebooks.co.uk  https://www.herewardbooks.co.uk/   And here is the RTE Archives story from 1968 about mayfly season on the Corrib that we were discussing: https://www.rte.ie/archives/2023/0516/1383887-the-season-of-the-mayfly/ Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly. ***Mayfly Masterclass with Jackie Mahon The mayfly is up and the excitement is palpable.   Wherever you are in Ireland, the lakes and rivers are sure to be hatching with mayfly, if not now, then soon.   And to help you improve your catch rate this season, we’ve produced a Mayfly Tactics Masterclass with international angler, guide and renowned tyer, Jackie Mahon.   If you want to learn about set up, tactics, conditions and flies then register at: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3138230924312556894where you can find out all the details to access the recording and Jackie’s notes.   If you want to catch that difficult fish or try out new tactics then this Masterclass is for you. For more information visit:www.irelandonthefly.com/masterclass
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