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Cast a line to Harvey’s Point Country Hotel

22nd April 2010
Cast a line to Harvey’s Point Country Hotel

Harvey’s Point Country Hotel are trying to reel you in to learn the sport of Fly Fishing as the award-winning hotel collaborates with professional fly casting instructor Brendan Kerr for a Fly Fishing Tuition trip on the shores of Lough Eske in Donegal and close to the coastline of the North West region from the 25th – 28th April 2010.

Geared to each individual’s learning curve, the mid-week getaway covers the basic skills to more advanced techniques and is ideal for beginner to intermediate anglers wishing to build an expert foundation in casting techniques for a lifetime of Fly-Fishing pleasure!

Boasting panoramic views of the rugged Blue Stack Mountains and with the still waters of Lough Eske the foot of the AA Hotel of the Year 2007/2008, Harvey’s Point is an idyllic destination to foster the hobby of angling. All fishing enthusiasts are invited to bring their tackle and rods to the quaint lakeside destination and from only €489pps. If you have no gear, don’t worry, equipment will be provided! Spend three nights of opulence in a superbly appointed guestroom with full Irish breakfast each morning, freshly prepared lunch and dinner each evening in the hotels award winning restaurant along with expert guidance in mastering that big catch!

“With tuition breaks running each month from 25th April until 26th September 2010, Harvey’s Point is the ultimate getaway for a therapeutic Fly Fishing experience” says Brendan Kerr, resident fly fishing instructor at Harvey’s Point, who is also a member of the Game Anglers Instructors Association and qualified with a Level 2 Certificate in coaching of angling. One day crash course and hourly tuition are also available at Harvey’s Point. The 5km Eske fishery is noted for its Spring Salmon, Char, Sea & Brown trout and truly is one of the most picturesque destination in the country for fishing.

For further details or to reserve your place contact Harvey’s Point Country Hotel on +353 74 9722208 or visit www.harveyspoint.com.

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