Inland Fisheries team up with Leave No Trace Ireland

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) in collaboration with Leave No Trace Ireland has launched an outdoor recreational guide for angling. The new guide is based on the 7 principles of Leave No Trace, writes Katie Glavin.

These principles are to plan ahead and prepare, be considerate of others, respect farm animals and wildlife, travel and camp on durable ground, leave what you find, dispose of waste properly and minimise the effects of fire.

Suzanne Campion, Head of Business Development and Inland Fisheries Ireland, said that 320,000 Irish people enjoy fishing in Ireland and this guide will help them with their role in protecting the environment.

“Anglers are important stewards over the waters they fish. The guide we have prepared with Leave No Trace Ireland outlines what to consider before going on an angling trip.

“The angling community have a role in protecting the environment they fish in and to help nurture it for future generations to enjoy our fisheries resource,” she said.

The guide is also a useful checklist for anyone enjoying the outdoors with the principles being key reminders of how to reduce the effects we have on the natural world.

Maura Kiely, CEO of Leave No Trace Ireland said the guide will help anglers to make decisions that will minimise any impacts on nature when fishing.

The new guide is available to view online at www.fisheriesireland.ie