Osprey II gets the season under way....

Skipper, Pat Condon, had a seasoned crew out with him last weekend as he put Osprey II through its paces before the season really takes off. With him were such angling veterans as John Dennehy, Noel Lane, Pat Wright, Sandra O'Shea to name but a few.

Pat brought them to the Smiths and mixed ground close by. However, the fishing was patchy. Nevertheless, they did manage a mixed bag of fish, especially with a few nice megrim landed. Noel Lane is pictured above with a fine megrim. Conditions were tough, though. Despite the sunny conditions there was a strong breeze with a lumpy sea. For some comfort Pat brought the crew closer to land and fished one of his marks in Fountainstown Bay. Here they picked up some fine dabs and doggies. It always pays to have some back up marks.

Pat is now taking bookings for the remainder of the season. If you'd like a day out on the Osprey II give Pat a buzz on 086 3622044 or check out his website for more details.