Gone fishing ... well maybe!

[johnfnewman]

Not sure where your jetties are JohnF - there aren't many in the western Algarve except in the harbours where the water is dirty.

Well, I was in Quarteira (directly behind the fish market) with my Portuguese father-in-law. I asked to go fishing and this is where he brought me. I was the only non-portuguese person on the rocks. I used the term "jetty" for lack of a better word. But yes, it is close to the harbour where the fishing boats come through.

[whitetip]

Having been the erstwhile initiator of this particular thread and been quite surprised with the response, I’m delighted with the way in which an initial gripe about yet another tax on what we may consider an ancient right to fish our geographical shores has descended into the timeless hunt for information regarding where to go, what to use as bait, which skipper to stick to and what tackle to use… !

Pardon the chuckle folks, I’ve just recently gone through a months worth of Sky TV’s fishing month schedule, featuring all manner of Guru’s from Matt Hays (he of Angling Times fame) to Rex Hunt (Yebedahh Yebedahh – French kiss that introduced European Perch into Australian Lakes ), to my all time favourite , Cyril Chauquet the mad French/American who has no regard for dry clothing and can speak several languages. – I will not mention Paul Young, for a number of obvious reasons, nor that annoying Mr Wilson (lovely fish) as I can’t stand his annoying chuckle. Henry Gilbey should as ever be treated as the amateur he truly is….

Therefore, for those of you in the know, and who stalk the hallowed shores of the southern sea from Vila Real de Santo Antonio to Sagres, the accepted wisdom of the hunt goes like this…

Shore fishing from the Spanish border, the Guadiana River all the way to Albufeira… Sandy Laguna environments, rich in Bass, flat fish, various species of Bream, Ray, Gurnards, Needlefish even Eels…
Baits include rag worm, crab, locally sourced Coreano, any kind of shellfish, sardine, mackerel and indeed, a wide variety of spinner lures. Patience as ever, a great virtue.

Albufeira to Sagres…. Rocky ground , reefs, and the kind of Atlantic species one would associate with them. Sagres is something else… dare I say, Bass, common and spotted to 5 kilos plus on the lure, grey mullet to 3 kilos, on of all things a fly rod and the ever dependable butcher fly, big wrasse, conger, meagre, and grouper, and Oh joy, 3 kilo plus Dentex and Gilthead … To fish and to barbecue… a linear curve if ever there was one.

The Western Ocean from Sagres all to the way to Sines, is best tackled by the dedicated Alpinist angler or the boat aficionado. Believe me the boat is best… Think blue shark, even Mako, blue fish, grouper, various other species including big blue fin tuna, rays and skate of amazing size and power, sailfish, marlin, swordfish… Take big tackle and a back support, ensure your wallet is nice and fat!

To the doubters out there allow me to state the following. I have been there and caught them; I have been underwater in their environment, photographed them and marvelled at what us air-breathing mammals can only imagine. I also fervently hope the same spectacle will be there for a future generation of enthusiasts to appreciate.

And that’s only the salt water… You wouldn’t believe what lurks in the freshwater lakes of the Algarve…. Lol

Best regards


Whitetip

[itsmeagain]

Baits include rag worm, crab, locally sourced Coreano, any kind of shellfish, sardine, mackerel and indeed, a wide variety of spinner lures. Patience as ever, a great virtue.

I thought Coreano were ragworm. Mind you the ones I've bought in the Algarve are tiny compared to those from UK tackle shops. Any ideas where to buy decent sized rag in the wester Algarve?

[counting the days]

My son-in law is visiting Tavira shortly. He is very much an 'occasional ' angler - appreciates peace and quiet , scenery etc. not too bothered about catching specimen fish and not bothered about fish for the table etc.
Anyway, he plans to fish
1/ from beach/breakwater -Tavira Island
2/ from riverside in town
3/ up-river in freshwater (I told him I have seen large shoals of quite large , sleek looking , grey fish ? )

He will only be there for one week , does he need / advised to get a licence/licences ? Any suggestions on bait etc.

thanks

[bensot]

Oh I love fishing. I have a great time in fishing because it is the time i feel the essence of the nature. Peaceful surrounding. Fresh air and no loud noise from the street. I feel relax by fishing. I tell you this guys so that you can try fishing and you will feel what I'm saying right know.

[Janiya]

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[search24ma]

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[HannahJohn]

Nice post this is a reflection of the typical Mediterranean life style. Calm and cool living with nice peoples is always choice for everyone. Going to fishing with these peoples just exceed the joy what we are looking.

[dominicleckie]

If it is probable drowning worms this year in the western half of the Algarve then send me a PM. Never mind a little company in the rocks and sharing knowledge of fishing.

[Paggy26]

If you're likely to be drowning worms some time this year in the western half of the Algarve then send me a PM. Wouldn't mind a bit of company on the rocks and an exchange of fishing knowledge.

[greetal]

The Port authority in Lagos is either in the Marina, or in the old town, in the main shopping street with all the restaurants . Possibly Rua 25 de Abril, but I may be wrong.

The licence is actually issued by the "Direccao geral das pescas e aquicultura" and it goes under the name of "licenca de pesca ludica". If in fact not issued by the above, they should be able to direct you to the proper place.

As an aside, there is a little paragraph in said licence that says that the document is only valid when presented with an identity card who'se number is printed on there.

Do beware of pleading ignorance with the Cabos do Mar, specially in the Lagos region. I've had occasion of having to explain current European Community law regarding scuba diving, fishing, and even underwater photography ( one particularly dense gentleman insisted I needed a licence to photograph underwater ) and the end result is always that although Portugal is indeed part of the EEC, only Portuguese law applies...
Interesting that one.

The one rod rule I'm uncertain about. You might be right, but I'm sure I've read something about being allowed as much as 3 hooks on one line.

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