The Web Page Of The Lough Foyle Wildfowlers Association

LOUGH FOYLE WILDFOWLERS ASSOCIATION

Lough Foyle Wildfowlers Association Is The Guardian Of Shooters Rights On The Entire Eastern Shore Of Lough Foyle

Important Information About Forthcoming B.A.S.C. Elections

Affiliated to B.A.S.C.

Linked With Spalding And District Wildfowlers Association

L.F.W.A. was founded in the early 80's as a direct response to threats from anti-shooting bodies.

The Lough is situated in the North West of The Province and straddles the Donegal/Derry Border.

Over 18 miles of foreshore from Magilligan Point Northwards to the River Faughan Southwards is under the control of the club.

A strategically vital area at the River Roe Estuary is now owned by the The Club. This was made possible by a loan from the Wildlife Habitat Trust.

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L.F.W.A. Is One Of The Leading And Most Progressive Clubs In Northern Ireland.

IT’S FUNCTIONS ARE TO :-

Maintain and enhance sustainable shooting in the Foyle Catchment Area.

Encourage the highest standards of sportsmanship and behaviour (Via The B.A.S.C. CODE).

Protect the unique habitat that has co-existed with local shooters for generations.

Provide refuges for the migrant fowl and waders that boost the native populations each winter.

Foster good relations with all other bodies having an environmental interest in Lough Foyle.

Meet head-on any threat to undermine or curtail traditional pursuits.

The Club is affiliated to B.A.S.C. and it is mandatory that all members support the "Duck Stamp" scheme.

Since it's formation L.W.F.A. has experienced many pitfalls and disappointments. However, through vigilance and determination we have become a major force in the future of Lough Foyle.

If we are to ensure that future generations will enjoy the traditional sport of Wildfowling, then we must protect and enhance the habitat and provide refuges for the migrant ducks and geese which visit our shores annually. This year L.W.F.A. won The Stanley Duncan Trophy for its contribution to conservation on Lough Foyle.

In recent years L.F.W.A has become a major player on the Foyle and therefore is in a strong position to protect shooters interests.

But being a major player carries certain responsibilities, these we gladly accept with due emphasis being put on habitat protection.

The association fully realises that in order to maintain this strong position it cannot afford to rest on its laurels, but must endeavour to attract additional members and as much funding as possible.

WILDFOWLING INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS:

Anyone who wishes to shoot on The Foyle will find an abundance of fowl from September onwards.

However, each and every duck will be a hard won trophy as The Foyle features a wild and sometimes inhospitable shoreline where only the determined and experienced shooter will ensure birds in the bag. It is therefore quite unnecessary to impose a bag limit as even though there may be the odd red letter day most Fowlers are content with a Brace or two.

MEMBERSHIP OFFER

We are seeking new members.

Whether you live in other parts of the UK, or even overseas, we are keen to have you shoot with us of the Foyle.

The area abounds with top class hotels and restaurants or if you seek more moderate accommodation there are plenty of guest houses and cottages to rent.

Good hospitality is guaranteed but the ducks are not quite so sociable, it will take all your guile and skill as a hunter to outwit them!.

As well as offering Annual Membership we are also offering a limited number of Life Memberships as in the past this seemed the preferred option of overseas sportsmen.

Are you willing to help us preserve this traditional sport for future generations (your grandchildren and ours) to enjoy.

For more information & an application form contact us by sending a message using the feedback box at the end of our pages or click the Mail Link:-