The provision of a wheelchair-
The specially designed roll-
Loch Duart, has donated over £7,300 through its Salmon Pool fund -
National charity, The Wheelyboat Trust, in partnership with the Angling Trust, will supply the new boat.
Primarily used to fish on the islands’ lochs for salmon, sea trout and trout, the boat will also be used for pleasure boating and nature watching.
Hydraulic platforms give disabled anglers access to the entire body of water no matter how inaccessible the banks are, or how low the water level is.
The boat will also be an important facility for the Uists’ flourishing accessible tourism industry.
Mark Warrington, managing director of Loch Duart, said: “Working as part of isolated communities across north west Scotland and with many keen anglers within our employment, including myself, we know just how important fishing is to local residents and visitors alike.
“We are proud that this funding will provide accessibility for all angling enthusiasts on the Uists and will allow for equality of experience for anyone wishing to take part in angling in the spectacular setting provided by the islands.”
Alastair Macleod of North Uist Angling Clud, who applied for the funding, said: “Angling is an important part of our community and is hugely popular with people of all ages across the Uists, with our clubs bringing together over 100 adults and juniors from the islands and further afield.”
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26 August 2020
