This is the situation today, 21st July, looking from the Col Dam end with all boats high and dry, the geese seem to be enjoying it though. Also at Tarsan Dam end on-going works have been spotted 👀
River Massan – River Eachaig fishings
The stretch of Massan water from the stone bridge to the cofluence of the River Eachaig is out of bounds to all anglers. by mutual agreement between DDAC and River Eachaig Syndicate.
Photos courtesy of Fraser Smith ( Explorecowal.com)
We have received clarification regarding fishing rights on the short stretch on the East bank downstream from the Otter Ferry Road bridge.
This is not DDAC water and should not be fished by members.
We have everything upstream from this bridge on the West bank as far as the dry stone dyke 3/4 of a mile above shinty pitch bridge and the ministers pool on the East bank. … Thanks, Bob Clark (River Ruel Convener)
Loch Tarsan Update.
The closure remains in place but will be assessed this week. The over 50’s Competition that was due to take place on Wednesday, will now be rescheduled as soon as water levels make it safe to do so. Keep an eye on the website for updates.
Loch Tarsan Convener.
River Ruel Catch.
Club member, Duncan MacGillivray had a lovely sea trout from the River Ruel on Saturday. The fish was returned safely and weighed an estimated 7.5 lbs. The fish took a size 8 Donegal Blue.
They don’t make them like this anymore!
Former Club Boat the Lady Vivien pictured at Loch Eck Recently.
Temporary Closure of Loch Tarsan for fishing. 27.06.23
Due to very low water levels at Loch Tarsan, the exposure of potentially dangerous mud, silt and protruding rocks, the Executive Committee have taken the decision to close fishing on the Loch for now. The situation will be reviewed going forward and members should consult the website for updates on the situation.
D.F. MacGillivray
Convener,
Loch Tarsan
Heat 3 of the Club Championship (Mackenzie Cup) took place on Saturday 24th June at Loch Tarsan . With the recent drought conditions the Loch was very low. The banks were difficult to access with mud and exposed rocks. Only three anglers turned out on a day of mixed conditions and the going was tough.
Two anglers returned fish with the result as follows;
1. Keith Mackenzie – 3 fish for 1lbs 11.7 oz
2. Graeme Henry – 1 fish for 5.5 oz
Well done chaps!
Next up at Tarsan is the Over 50’s on Wednesday the 5th of July from 10 till 4pm. Hopefully water levels will have improved.
D.F. MacGillivray
Convener, Loch Tarsan
Tarsan Moth Competition Result.
After the intense heat of recent weeks, only three members were tempted to participate in the Moth Competition, which took place on 16th June.
Conditions were reasonable at the off, with a cooling breeze and some cloud cover. In spite of this fishing was slow particularly at the start. With the midgies threatening to do their worst every time the breeze eased, there was a distinct lack of surface activity and fish were hard to come by. As the sun went down some fish started moving, but it was not until the last hour that a rise really began allowing a few fish to be picked off. As time ran out we were left to ponder whether the Moth Competition should continue beyond 11pm?
The midgies were becoming intolerable however and the weigh in and post fishing chat was kept to a minimum. All three competitors weighed in fish with the result as follows;
1. Duncan F MacGillivray. 4 fish for 3lbs.
2. Keith Mackenzie. 2 fish for 1.5lbs.
3. Graeme Henry. 1 fish for 1lb.
Well done to all the anglers for taking part.
The 3rd Heat of the MacKenzie Cup takes place this coming Saturday, 24th June from 12 to 6pm. Hope to see you there!
Loch Tarsan Convener.
Dunoon and District Angling Club 