The Glens of Antrim Angling
Development Association
THE PROPOSAL
The Association's primary objective is to arrest the drastic
decline in the stocks of indigenous salmonoid species in the Glens
of Antrim rivers and lakes which are fished by members of its
constituent clubs and to restore game angling in these waters
to its own former standard.
At work on the river
The project will involve a program of improvements over a number
of years, and will include such items as comprehensive river surreys,
provision of local salmon and sea trout hatchery facility, rehabilitation
of river environment , stabilisation of river beds and the formation
of pools , refurbishment of existing fixtures and provision of
news ones, improved access paths and facilities for disabled anglers
etc.
As a result, the usage of local waters by visiting anglers will
be greatly increased, with subsequent benefits to tourism and
the local economy.
The GAADA at work
The Association feel that the angling potential of the Glens
area has long been neglected, and that our project will greatly
enhance the attractions of this very scenic area. We have been
greatly encouraged by the support already received from the local
community for this project, and we look forward to progressing
it vigorously when finance becomes available. (group at fairly
advanced stage)
THE CONSTITUTION OF GAADA
1. The title will be The Glens of Antrim Angling Development
Association.
2. The Association shall consist of Ballycastle and District
Angling Club, Glens Angling Club and Fairhead Fishing Club, with
provision for other approved groups who may apply for membership
in the future.
3. The committee shall consist of three members of each constituent
club who will be nominated annually before the 1st of October.
There will be provision for other club members whom the committee
consider to have specialised knowledge.
4. An annual meeting of the committee will be held on the first
week of October when the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Hon. Secretary
and Hon. Treasurer will be elected. The office of Chairperson
will rotate annually.
5. A quorum shall consist of five committee members and must
have at least one member of each club.The Chairman or Vice Chairman
must be present.
6. Meetings of the committee will be on a ad hoc basis and will
be called by the Chairman.
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