2024 ACI Coaching Programme

The Angling Council of Ireland invites federation members to submit expressions of interest for ACI angling coach courses for 2024.

The ACI will deliver 5 introductory coaching courses for the member federations during 2024.  Please complete the course application form and return to bobseward08@yahoo.com

pdf ACI Introductory Level Angling Coach EOI

‘High Risk’ of fish kills as water temperatures expected to rise

Press Release 

‘High Risk’ of fish kills as water temperatures expected to rise

Press Release                                                      Thursday, August 11th 2022

‘High risk’ of fish kills across Ireland as water temperatures expected to rise this week

  • Warning from Inland Fisheries Ireland comes as fish population may be under ‘thermal stress’ because air and water temperatures are soaring, but water levels are dipping.

 

  • Water temperatures in excess of 20 degrees Celsius recorded this week on Lough Sheelin in Cavan and Lough Currane in Kerry. Elevated water temperatures increase risk of fish kills.

 

  • Appeal to public to report sightings of fish under thermal stress as anglers asked to voluntarily stop using ‘keep nets’ during heatwave conditions.

 

With Met Éireann forecasting a heat wave for large parts of the country, combined with lower-than-average rainfall, Inland Fisheries Ireland is warning that there is a high risk of fish kills due to thermal stress and reduced oxygen levels in lakes and rivers.

Also known as deoxygenation, reduced oxygen levels in a river or lake make it very difficult for fish to breathe and survive.

The state agency, which is responsible for the protection and conservation of freshwater fish and habitats, is concerned that water levels in many rivers are low and approaching drought conditions. Therefore, it is appealing to anglers, the farming community and the general public to report any sightings of fish under thermal stress, which may be caused by the extreme heat combined with low water levels and other pressures.

Anglers are also being asked to voluntarily stop using ‘keep nets’ while high temperature warnings from Met Éireann are in place, as these nets may cause unintentional distress to fish. In addition, anglers that practice ‘catch and release’ fishing are asked not to fish during the heat wave where possible, as this may put undue pressure on fish populations.

Dr Gregory Forde, Head of Operations at Inland Fisheries Ireland explains: “Unfortunately low water levels and high water temperatures can lead to fish kills, especially as there is less oxygen in the water to allow fish to breathe.  Once the water temperature exceeds 20 degrees Celsius, fish species such as salmon and trout suffer ‘thermal stress’. During the current heat wave, air and water temperatures are approaching dangerous levels and fish kills may be unavoidable. In some instances, moving fish in and out of the water may also prove too stressful.  That’s why we’re asking anglers practicing catch and release fishing to consider taking a break from fishing while high temperature warnings are in place. We’re also asking anglers to voluntarily stop using ‘keep nets’, until conditions become more favourable.”

In July, Inland Fisheries Ireland and the Office of Public Works’ data buoy* recorded a surface water temperature of 21.84 degrees Celsius at Lough Sheelin in County Cavan, coinciding with the hottest air temperature that month of 30.75 degrees Celsius. Inland Fisheries Ireland notes that significant thermal stress can occur in brown trout and other cold water fish species at temperatures at or above 20 degrees Celsius.

Forde said: “Inland Fisheries Ireland staff are continuously monitoring water bodies, such as rivers and lakes, for any signs of fish suffering thermal stress in shallow water or drying out rivers and streams. We’re encouraging the public to report any sightings of fish suffering thermal stress to our 24-hour confidential hotline on 0818 34 74 24 so we can respond as quickly as possible to help rescue or relocate these fish.”

“It is also a good time to remind all those using pesticides that these should be used only as a last resort, always in accordance with product instructions and always respecting statutory ‘no use’ zones, being mindful at all times of proximity to water bodies such as ditches, streams, ponds, rivers, lakes and springs. Even a very small amount of pesticide can be highly toxic to the aquatic environment,” he added.

To report sightings of fish suffering from thermal stress or fish kill incidents, members of the public are encouraged to call Inland Fisheries Ireland’s confidential 24-hour hotline number on 0818 34 74 24, which is open seven days a week.

ENDS

 

Irish Federation of Pike Angling Clubs (IFPAC)

https://www.angling-in-ireland.com/

 

Angling Council Ireland Angling Coaching Courses July 2022

 

 

Expression of Interest

 

Come join a growing number of ACI trained Angling coaches in Ireland.

The ACI invites you through your angling federation to our suite of upcoming training courses in July. We offer coaching Ireland certified angling coaching courses.

 

Make a difference in your club and introduce a new generation of anglers to

the sport of angling.

 

 

 

Introductory Level Angling Coaching Course Dates:

 

Course 1: Saturday July the 16th of July

Course 2: Saturday the 30th of July

Venue: Sports HQ Dublin

 

 

H&S Safe Wading and River Rescue Course Dates: Sunday the 24th of July

Venue: Cork

 

 

Coaching people with disabilities CPWD Course Dates:

Course 1: Saturday the 23rd of July 2022 Venue: Sports HQ Dublin

Course 2: Sunday the 31st of July 2022 Venue: Cork

 

First Aid Course: Sunday the 31st of July 2022

Please note that both the CPWD course and the first aid course can be attended by all attendees on the 31st

Venue: Cork

Please note that course dates and venues may change subject to numbers and availability

To book your spot please respond directly to your federation or to secretaryaci1@gmail.com

 

 

 

Federation of Irish Sport Member 2022

Launch of the River Basin Management Plan

Martin McEnroe ACI, National Water Forum at the launch of the river basin management plan with Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage Darragh O’ Brien.

 

Sport Ireland announces €4million in funding for Women in Sport in 2021 and 2022

Sport Ireland

Media Release

01 July 2021

24 June 2021; Women in Sport Investment announcement. Pictured at the announcement are Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, and Minister of State for Sport, the Gaeltacht & Defence, Jack Chambers TD, with from left, head coach of the Dublin Lions men’s national league team Erin Bracken, member of the IRFU 15’s squad & Sport Ireland media training participant Aoife McDermott, Sport Ireland director of participation & ethics Dr Una May, Sport Ireland chief executive John Treacy and Golf ireland member Roisin Lyons. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

Sport Ireland today announced an investment in its Women in Sport Programme of €4million over the two years 2021 and 2022. This investment aims to support NGBs and enhance all aspects of female involvement across the Women in Sport policy target areas, namely Coaching & Officiating, Active Participation, Leadership & Governance and Visibility.

Recognising that effective and sustainable programmes require a long-term approach, Sport Ireland is committed to a two-year Women in Sport investment cycle. The continuation of this two-year award cycle will enable NGBs to further progress their strategic objectives for women in sport.

Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin TD welcomed today’s announcement, stating: “Addressing the participation gap in sport and physical activity for women and girls is a priority of the National Sports Policy 2018-2027. In recent years we have seen some improvements in this area. The Government and Sport Ireland are committed to continuing this work with the aim of eliminating the participation gap by 2027. While the interim Q1 2021 Irish Sports Monitor, published by Sport Ireland, shows that the gender gap in participation has been eliminated during Covid-19 restrictions, there is a lot of work to do to ensure that more women and girls participate in sport and physical activity. As we gradually re-open society we must work to ensure sport and physical activity become a meaningful part of the day-to-day lives of all women in society”.

Minister of State for the Gaeltacht & Sport Jack Chambers TD commented: “The previous cycle of Women in Sport funding saw significant strategic advancements in the promotion of Women in Sport. Despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, progress was made on many of the strategic objectives set out in the Women in Sport Policy. We are seeing the results of this work in the participation figures and also importantly in the board composition of NGBs, with an increase from 24% of females serving on NGB boards in 2019 to 29% in 2020. There is still a long way to go to improving these figures but the funding announced today will go towards promoting more involvement in sport and physical activity at all levels, from the pitch to the boardroom”. 

Funding will be ring-fenced under Women in Sport for strategically important internal and NGB related events and projects under the ‘Special Projects’ funding. This may also be used to support organisations who did not apply for funding support in the current round.

In 2020, the sector delivered on a number of objectives set out in the Women in Sport policy and there were many projects of note throughout the year. The Women in Sport Leadership programme rolled out by Swim Ireland was completed by 100 women from 24 NGBs who were supported and enabled to step into positions of authority in sport; Rowing Ireland coordinated a bespoke coaching programme involving four NGBs for female coaches on the pathway to high performance coaching and programmes such as Golf Ireland “Level Par” and Tennis Ireland’s “Equal Advantage” were established to ensure equality and balance in the respective sports.

Chief Executive of Sport Ireland John Treacy added: “The appointment of Nora Stapleton as Women in Sport Lead in Sport Ireland, as well as the appointment of leads in many NGBs has led to the creation of a network with increased levels of information sharing, collaboration and delivery of joint initiatives amongst the sector. This network, along with the wider NGB sector are working hard to promote sport and physical activity to women and girls. The funding announced today will not only see a diverse range of sports available to the female Irish public but an increase in the visibility of females be that as role models on the pitch or playing field, on boards or in the media. It is important that we work together to achieve the ambitious targets and I would like to acknowledge the continued support of the Ministers and staff in the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media”.

Dr. Una May, Director of Participation and Ethics, Sport Ireland commented: “The Women in Sport funding announced today will give the NGBs support and certainty to proceed with their programmes to address the target areas of the Women in Sport policy. In 2020 we saw some exciting and innovative approaches to Women in Sport including the first ever Girls Get Active Hackathon and the publication of significant pieces of research. There is a lot more planned for 2021 and beyond and we continue to work closely with the sector to achieve the objectives of the Policy”.

Speaking at today’s announcement, Women in Sport Lead Nora Stapleton said: “2020 was a difficult year and like all areas across the sector, many Women in Sport programmes and events were curtailed or had to be redesigned. Many programmes will continue in to 2021 and the NGBs have submitted applications for many new, innovative and exciting projects for the next cycle and I look forward to working with them”.

Ends

 

WIS Funding 2021 & 2022:

Organisation 2021 2022 Total 2 year Allocation
Irish Rugby Football Union €115,000 €115,000 €230,000
 
Athletics Ireland €80,000 €80,000 €160,000
Swim Ireland €80,000 €80,000 €160,000
 
Gymnastics Ireland €75,000 €75,000 €150,000
Hockey Ireland €75,000 €75,000 €150,000
Tennis Ireland €75,000 €75,000 €150,000
 
Basketball Ireland €70,000 €70,000 €140,000
Cycling Ireland €70,000 €70,000 €140,000
Rowing Ireland €70,000 €70,000 €140,000
Triathlon Ireland €70,000 €70,000 €140,000
Golf Ireland €67,500 €67,500 €135,000
 
Canoeing Ireland €50,000 €50,000 €100,000
Irish Athletic Boxing Association €50,000 €50,000 €100,000
Ladies Gaelic Football Association €49,000 €49,000 €98,000
Irish Wheelchair Association Sport €45,000 €45,000 €90,000
 
Irish Sailing Association €44,000 €44,000 €88,000
Cricket Ireland €40,000 €40,000 €80,000
Mountaineering Ireland €40,000 €40,000 €80,000
The Camogie Association €40,000 €40,000 €80,000
Volleyball Ireland €40,000 €40,000 €80,000
 
Motor Sport Ireland €35,000 €35,000 €70,000
Student Sport Ireland €35,000 €35,000 €70,000
Football Association of Ireland €32,000 €32,000 €64,000
Badminton Ireland €30,000 €30,000 €60,000
Irish Judo Association €30,000 €30,000 €60,000
 
National Community Games €25,000 €25,000 €50,000
 
GAA Handball Ireland €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Irish Squash €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Diving Ireland/Irish Underwater Council €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Irish Waterski & Wakeboard Federation €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Table Tennis Ireland €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Tug of War Ireland €15,000 €15,000 €30,000
Fencing Ireland €12,000 €12,000 €24,000
Irish Martial Arts Commission €11,500 €11,500 €23,000
Irish Surfing Association €10,200 €10,200 €20,400
 
American Football Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
Angling Council of Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
ONAKAI €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
Rugby League Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
Vision Sports Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
Weightlifting Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
Paralympics Ireland €10,000 €10,000 €20,000
 
Croquet Association of Ireland €5,000 €5,000 €10,000
Racquetball Association of Ireland €3,500 €3,500 €7,000
Speleological Union of Ireland €1,700 €1,700 €3,400
 
  Total Allocation 2021 Total Allocation 2022 Total
2 year Allocation
Women in Sport Programmes €1,636,400 €1,636,400 €3,272,800
       
Women in Sport Special Projects Fund €363,600 €363,600 €727,200
       
Total Allocation €2,000,000 €2,000,000 €4,000,000