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Villa María Lodge – Week 6: Feb 6th to 13th, 2026
Week six at Villa María Lodge delivered one of those classic February mixes that only Patagonia can produce. Rain, sunshine, the first frost of the season, a surprisingly warm afternoon touching 23°C, and winds shifting through nearly every possible direction — this group experienced it all. Conditions changed constantly, demanding full attention from both anglers …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 3: January 16th to 23rd, 2026
Week three at Villa María Lodge reminded us once again that Patagonia rarely delivers long stretches of stability. Intermittent rain and shifting winds defined much of the week, making it difficult to settle into that classic three- or four-day rhythm that often brings peak consistency on the Río Grande. Changing light, moving weather systems, and …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 2: January 9th to 16th, 2026
Week two at Villa María Lodge marked a clear turning point in river conditions. After the unsettled start to the season, the Río Grande continued its steady drop, and clarity improved day after day. By the final sessions of the week, we were fishing under truly ideal summer conditions — healthy water levels, clean flows, …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 1: January 1st to 9th, 2026
We kicked off the new season at Villa María Lodge with the river showing us exactly who’s in charge. Late December had delivered beautiful conditions — stable levels and crystal-clear water — but just before our XXL week began, a heavy storm system pushed through the valley. After a full day of rain, the Río …
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Father, Family & Couples Specials – Prime Dates Across Our Lodges
Few things compare to sharing a fishing or hunting trip with loved ones—be it a parent and child, or even a son or daughter inviting their parents along. That’s why we’ve expanded our classic Father & Son Program into a broader family experience, now offered across all three divisions of The Kautapen Group: Nervous Waters, David Denies, and Red Stag …
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Fishing Report | September 4th to 11th – Mayazul Lodge, Ascension Bay
Mayazul Lodge – A Record Week in Ascension Bay The first week of September will be remembered as one of the most remarkable since Mayazul Lodge opened its doors in 2024. Eight friends, traveling from different corners of the globe, came together with a single goal: to pursue the permit of Ascension Bay. Permit are …
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Argentina: The Dorado Pilgrims of Itati – By Matt Harris
Most avid fly anglers are familiar with Salminus Brasiliensis the extraordinary and unique freshwater dorado. Many know of the remarkable Tsimane fly fishery – the celebrated dorado fishery deep in the Bolivian jungle. However, fewer will know that long before this remote and magical fly fishery was discovered, the pioneering fly anglers of Northern Argentina …
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A Letter from Chiara & Dane: Founders of Espíritu Santo Bay Lodge
In the summer of 2016 Chiara and I met with the team at The Fly Shop armed with rough sketches, building plans, and an undercurrent of youthful vigor all geared towards building an operation deep in the Yucatan Peninsula. Days of meetings, brainstorming, and strategizing gave way to Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge (ESB) being born. …
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Welcoming Espíritu Santo Bay Lodge (ESB) to the Nervous Waters Family
Espíritu Santo Bay Lodge Partners with Nervous Waters We are delighted to share exciting news: Espíritu Santo Bay Lodge (ESB), one of the world’s most renowned saltwater fly-fishing destinations, has officially joined the Nervous Waters family. This milestone marks not only a new chapter for us, but also a continuation of a remarkable story built …
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Trophy Moments from the Río Grande – Season 2025
Even in a lean-water year, the Río Grande reminded us why it holds such a revered place in the world of sea trout fishing. It was a season that asked more of our anglers—but those who rose to the challenge were rewarded with fish of remarkable size, strength, and beauty.
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