Desmond Paul
Co. Londonderry
The Irish Game Fair - Shanes Castle
25th & 26th June 2022
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My name is Desmond Paul (Dessie to everyone) and I’m from Garvagh, Co. Londonderry, Northern Ireland. I’m 61 going on 16 and have fished my local Agivey river since I was 10. I got into Lough fishing in my early 20s and love to get out on Erne and Melvin as often as possible. I have a bit of a love affair with Lough Melvin having won both the Ulster title and the Melvin Open in the past.
I started tying Trout and Salmon flies in my early teens, getting advice from Bert Atkins uncle Jim Stewart ... he knew what he wanted in a shrimp fly and his knowledge has stayed with me ever since. I continue to tie traditional flies, mainly Lough flies and I’m honoured to represent Vicuña dubbing in their development of a sustainable product and in particular blends for both river and Stillwater.
I’m looking forward to a great show, it’s a great opportunity to share both my tying and fishing experience, especially with young anglers and tyers.
Email: d573paul@btinternet.com
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