This season has been unusual in two distinct ways. One, we have been catching lots of Brown Trout, and many of them have been between 20"- 30". Just the other day we caught this BPB (big patagonia brown).
The other unusual aspect, we have had five anglers/clients under the age of thirty five years old. In fact, three anglers were under twenty five years old. This may not seem odd to the average Joe, but it's a well known fact that in the U.S.A., fly fishing amongst youth, is virtually dead (or severely struggling). For instance, groups such as Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers are struggling to engage the next generation. So, it makes me wonder why we have had a high amount of young U.S.A. anglers visit us this year? My guess, the next generation is not interested in joining groups such as Trout Unlimited, but there are a good handful of them fly fishing, independently on their own. Regarding the fly fishing biz in Patagonia, I also think the younger generation anglers do not want to stay at a lodge (they want something real and an affordable value). Well, that's enough on that subject.
Currently, we are hosting Kyle and Jeremy, both from Franklin, New Hampshire. I met these two anglers in Plymouth, New Hampshire; at the Pemmigawasset Trout Unlimited chapter meeting (I was given my slide show presentation, "Fly Fishing and Traveling Patagonia"). Back in the U.S.A., Jeremy and his dad own/operate www.longrangellc.com and Kyle and his dad own/operate www.thegoldencrestnh.com
My native brethren signed up for a walk-wade, float, and adventure travel program...the whole sha-bang!
Part Two: Junin de los Andes Walk-Wade...
Fishing with FCFF in Patagonia
We feel very fortunate to host anglers from all over the world, but it is especially nice to host anglers from our home state of New Hampshire. To read more about their adventures:
Part One
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-new.html
Part Three
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-ad_23.html
Part Four
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-chile-new.html
Part Five
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-ad.html
Many Thanks.
Mark
PS. Our business is 100% organic and by referrals only. So, please feel free to share amongst friends, or reply with comments. We also have a Facebook page.
The other unusual aspect, we have had five anglers/clients under the age of thirty five years old. In fact, three anglers were under twenty five years old. This may not seem odd to the average Joe, but it's a well known fact that in the U.S.A., fly fishing amongst youth, is virtually dead (or severely struggling). For instance, groups such as Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers are struggling to engage the next generation. So, it makes me wonder why we have had a high amount of young U.S.A. anglers visit us this year? My guess, the next generation is not interested in joining groups such as Trout Unlimited, but there are a good handful of them fly fishing, independently on their own. Regarding the fly fishing biz in Patagonia, I also think the younger generation anglers do not want to stay at a lodge (they want something real and an affordable value). Well, that's enough on that subject.
Currently, we are hosting Kyle and Jeremy, both from Franklin, New Hampshire. I met these two anglers in Plymouth, New Hampshire; at the Pemmigawasset Trout Unlimited chapter meeting (I was given my slide show presentation, "Fly Fishing and Traveling Patagonia"). Back in the U.S.A., Jeremy and his dad own/operate www.longrangellc.com and Kyle and his dad own/operate www.thegoldencrestnh.com
My native brethren signed up for a walk-wade, float, and adventure travel program...the whole sha-bang!
Part Two: Junin de los Andes Walk-Wade...
Kyle and Jeremy's Excellent Adventure
Rio Malleo Facts
Location: Junin de los Andes, Argentina. Approximately, +/- 1 hour from Junin.
Province: Neuquen
Fishing Season: Generally, November 01 till May 31st.
Licensed Required: Yes, general fishing only.
Floating: Floating the Malleo is prohibited.
Entrance Fee: Currently $40 pesos (per day) to enter the lower section or Mapuche reservation.
Camping: Yes, only on the Mapuche reservation, $15 pesos per night.
Length: 64 Kilometers or 40 miles.
Origin: Lago Tromen (third major lake tributary to the rio Alumine).
Termination: Alumine.
Termination: Alumine.
Fly Rods: 9ft/4wt through 9ft/6wt. Switch = 11ft/5wt.
Fly Lines: Floating for dry flies and nymphs. Seasonal use of sink tips for faster-deeper water.
Flies: Sorry, but we only share this information with our guest.
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| There is no doubt in my mind that walking-wading allows the angler to see Patagonia at a speed that is more pleasing to the soul. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
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| As I stated, we have been catching lots of Brown Trout. We have also seen lots of Pancora Crabs. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
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| Around every bend is another secret world. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
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| +12,000 ft volcan Lanin. Not a bad place to fish. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
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| Just you and wild Rainbow Trout. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
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| Tons of great little spots where it's just you, your mind, your body and your soul. Photo by Kyle Matzke. |
We feel very fortunate to host anglers from all over the world, but it is especially nice to host anglers from our home state of New Hampshire. To read more about their adventures:
Part One
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-new.html
Part Three
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-ad_23.html
Part Four
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-chile-new.html
Part Five
http://firstcastflyfishing.blogspot.com.ar/2014/02/diy-fly-fishing-patagonia-argentina-ad.html
Many Thanks.
Mark
PS. Our business is 100% organic and by referrals only. So, please feel free to share amongst friends, or reply with comments. We also have a Facebook page.