January 2017
Kau Tapen Lodge – Week 2: Jan. 14 – 21, 2017
Our second week at Kau Tapen has come to an end and I’m pretty safe in saying the week was a success. We had a mixed group of guests from around the globe—nationalities included the U.S., Denmark, Sweden, Kazakhstan, and Australia—and everyone got along famously. Fishing continued to be steady, with no obvious incline …
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Read More >>Kau Tapen Lodge – Week 1: Jan. 7 – 14, 2017
Kau Tapen Fishing Report Week 1: Jan. 7-14, 2017 Kau Tapen Lodge on the Rio Grande kicks off its 34th season this year. Over the years the river has changed somewhat, with the meandering stream cutting through the valley’s soft gravel, pools the currents are often changing. New lies for the fish constantly opening up; …
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Read More >>Villa Maria Lodge – Week 1: Jan. 6 – 12, 2017
Villa Maria Lodge – Fishing Report Fishing Report (Jan. 6 – 12, 2017) By Alejandro Martello Welcome to Villa María Lodge 2017! You’ve likely heard that the season started with some skinny water levels across Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Flows on the Rio Grande were no exception. Most fishermen who chase anadromous species …
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Read More >>A Fly in the Curtains
By Doug Larsen Copyright 2013 In 1984, Ronald Reagan was President of the United States. Madonna was a controversial twenty-something pop star as she performed her hit, “Holiday” on American Bandstand. The blockbuster movie of that year was Ghostbusters, and it was no big deal to drive to the theater to see it, gasoline was …
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Read More >>Fly Fusion Magazine
Fly Fusion Magazine recently spotlighted the spectacular flats fishing at Abaco Lodge. For those planning fall trips to the Marls, this bonefish-rich photoessay by Daniel Shepler is sure to get you fired up. “This barracuda was spotted laid up, so we grabbed the trusty Redington Vapen Black pre-rigged with top water popper. The fly was …
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Read More >>Fly Girls Week 2017 @ Abaco Lodge
We’re At It Again… Fly Girls Week 2017 is just around the corner! After an extremely successful and fun inaugural trip to Nervous Waters’ Bairs Lodge in 2016, Captains Ali Hobson and Alissa Vinoski have decided to put a second trip together after much interest and inquiry from many female fly-fishing enthusiasts! As with last …
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Read More >>Bonefish Beware: Fish with Flip Pallot @AbacoLodge in June
In 2009, Flip Pallot attended the opening of Abaco Lodge and spent time with its managing partner, Oliver White. It was the beginning of a wonderful friendship and Flip began, the next summer, to host groups at the lodge. He’s been entertaining and educating these lucky anglers ever since. “It’s become a tradition that I …
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Read More >>Pira Pitá Fly Patterns
At Alto Parana lodge, anglers target resident Pira Pitá with lighter tackle than what is typically used for dorado. We recommend 6 weight rods for presenting assorted dry flies. Patterns might represent from bugs o small fruits that fall from local trees and even flowers. It is important to choose hooks that are strong and …
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Read More >>Every Cast Gets Us Closer
Every Cast Gets Us Closer Casting 4 A Cure at Bair’s Lodge, Bahamas Winter at Bair’s Lodge is the time to escape the cold and connect with monster bonefish. This February, it’s also an ideal period to fish with good friends and rally around a great cause: Curing Rett Syndrome. From February 18th to 23rd, …
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Read More >>Dorado Fly Patterns
In most cases, golden dorado prefer dark patterns that produce great silhouettes in tannin-colored waters. But there are situations when carrying a mixture of brighter colors can be effective. So don’t be afraid to experiment across the color spectrum. All flies should be tied on stout 1/0 to 3/0 hooks. Streamers can be tied from …
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