Boyne Fishermans Rescue and Recovery

As we enjoy this beautiful summer weather and celebrate Father’s Day, Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue would like to remind everyone to stay safe around the water this weekend.

Whether you’re fishing, boating, swimming, paddleboarding, or simply spending time with family along the river or coast, please take a few extra moments to think about your safety. Wear a lifejacket where appropriate, keep an eye on children at all times, and be aware of changing conditions.

Our volunteers are always ready to respond when needed, but prevention is always the best rescue.

We’d also like to wish all fathers, grandfathers, and father figures a very Happy Father’s Day. Not forgetting about all the fantastic fathers in heaven.
Enjoy the weekend, make great memories with your loved ones, and most importantly, stay safe around the water.

Respect the water. It could save your life.

We are providing safety cover for the Round the Head Swim in Clogherhead today.

Our team is on duty with 2 safety boats on the water and a dedicated land crew supporting the event throughout the day.

Wishing the very best of luck to all participants. Enjoy the swim, stay safe, and have a fantastic day! 🌊🏊

It all began on the River Boyne…

What started as local fishermen helping each other while fishing the Boyne grew into something much greater.
Following a long standing tradition where fishermen would stop fishing and join searches for missing people on the river, Michael Hodgins and fellow founding members helped establish the Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue & Recovery Service.

The organisation has grown into a respected voluntary rescue service, responding to calls across all 32 counties of Ireland for missing person search’s while remaining true to its roots on the river 24/7 365 where it all started.

A remarkable journey that began with fishing on the Boyne and continues today through dedication, courage and community spirit.

🚨 Support Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue – Turn Your Re-Turns into Lifesaving Help 🚨

Did you know your empty bottles / cans can help save lives in the local community
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The Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue re-turn scheme is a simple way for everyone to make a real difference. Instead of cashing in your deposit returns, you can donate them to support this vital local rescue service.

💼 For Businesses
We provide large drop bins for easy collection at your premises—perfect for staff and customers to contribute with zero hassle.

🏠 For Households
Got a build-up of bottles and cans? No problem! Our large quantity collection forms make it easy to arrange pickup, with collections running 2 evenings a week.

🎶 For Event Organisers
Planning a summer event, festival, or gig? We’ve got you covered with large branded IBC donation tanks—a great way to boost sustainability and support a great cause at the same time.

Every can and bottle adds up. Every donation helps keep our rescue services ready when they’re needed most.

👉 Why not turn your re-turns into something meaningful and support a local charity today?

📣 SAVE THE DATE – JETSKI + RIB CHARITY RUN 2026!

We are incredibly grateful to the organisers of the upcoming Jetski + RIB Charity Run, taking place on Saturday, July 5th, in support of Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue & Recovery Service.

The event will see jet skis and RIBs travel from Drogheda to Skerries, followed by a BBQ in Mornington. All funds raised and donations received will go directly towards supporting our rescue and recovery operations.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising, supporting and participating in this event. We look forward to seeing a great turnout and appreciate every bit of support shown to our service.

Please like, share and help spread the word.

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We are providing safety cover today at the Drogheda Motor Show in Drogheda.

Our volunteers will be on site and on the river throughout the event, which runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm, helping to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all attendees, participants, and organisers.

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello or give the boat crew a wave 👋 We hope everyone has a fantastic day and enjoys the impressive range of vehicles on display.

Stay safe and enjoy the show!

On Thursday, 11th June, we were delighted to welcome a local Scout group to our boathouse for an informative and enjoyable visit.

The Scouts had the opportunity to learn all about what we do as a rescue service, take a tour of the boathouse, and get a close look at the equipment we use during callouts and training exercises.

We were also joined by the Order of Malta, who kindly brought along one of their ambulances. The Scouts enjoyed a guided tour of the vehicle and learned about the equipment carried on board and the important role the ambulance service plays in the community.

It was fantastic to see so much enthusiasm and interest from the young people throughout the visit. Two of the Scouts even told us they can’t wait to join when they’re older and become part of the rescue service themselves!

A big thank you to our very own crew members , the Scouts and the Order of Malta for making it such a successful and enjoyable evening.

We were recently contacted by St John’s Ambulance to take part in a joint training exercise.

On Wednesday, 10th June, we teamed up and worked through four different scenarios designed to test our teamwork, communication, and emergency response skills. These included the recovery of a casualty from the water and the provision of first aid as part of a combined exercise.

Training exercises like these with all different types of other services are invaluable in strengthening cooperation between organisations and ensuring we are prepared to respond effectively when needed.

A big thank you to St John’s Ambulance for the opportunity to train together. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

📣 SAVE THE DATE – JETSKI + RIB CHARITY RUN 2026

We are incredibly grateful to the organisers of the upcoming Jetski + RIB Charity Run, taking place on Saturday, July 5th, in support of Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue & Recovery Service.

The event will see jet skis and RIBs travel from Drogheda to Skerries, followed by a BBQ in Mornington. All funds raised and donations received will go directly towards supporting our rescue and recovery operations.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising, supporting and participating in this event. We look forward to seeing a great turnout and appreciate every bit of support shown to our service.

Please like, share and help spread the word.

🚨 WE ARE RECRUITING 🚨

Do you want to be part of the crew?

We are currently looking for new members to join our team based on the Marsh Road, Drogheda , Co.Louth.

✅ Full training provided – no experience required
✅ Garda vetting will be carried out
✅ Must hold a full driving licence

We are also recruiting for our Dive Unit in Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo.

If you’re interested and ready to get involved, we’d love to hear from you , get in touch today!