As exclusive as it sounds to fish Patagonia by helicopter, imagine targeting the region’s best “hatch” with this unique approach. Why is there so much excitement about a little green worm? Many of our regular guests try to time their trips to our Northern Patagonia destination to coincide with this event. What makes it so… Continue reading Helicopter Fishing for Patagonia’s Inchworm Frenzy
Category: Trout
Flylords After You’ve Gone, with Rachel Finn
Some of you may now; Rachel Finn has been an ambassador and great friend for SET for several years now. She has been hosting groups regularly to all our lodges for golden dorado and trout.Last year we had the opportunity to participate in Fly Lords production to tell her life story. The result of 2… Continue reading Flylords After You’ve Gone, with Rachel Finn
Season Opening in Patagonia
Beyond the anticipation of Christmas as a boy, the day that stirs my imagination now as a man is opening day of trout season here in northern Patagonia. I wait five long months through wintery weather in the Andes Mountains, and even though the skiing and snowboarding afforded on the high peaks, and the biking… Continue reading Season Opening in Patagonia
Limay Medio is Back
I began guiding and exploring the nearly infinite number of rivers and streams in northern Patagonia over twenty-five years ago, and I’ve always enjoyed the challenges we faced as a team of guides to interpret the individual waters, the favored food sources of the local trout, and uncover the secrets of each river during the… Continue reading Limay Medio is Back
Hunting Trout
Hunting Trout at Casa de Campo Lodge Fly fishing clients often ask us: how do you hunt trout? I like to explain it as a game of strategy that more resembles a hunting expedition rather than typical fly fishing tactics. It begins with slow riverside walks, searching for a target trout, then a period of… Continue reading Hunting Trout
No plans this winter
No plans this winter there is still time! Have you been holding off finalizing plans for international travel? We have been getting numerous calls related to the 2023 winter season ahead from friends who have been reluctant to schedule a trip. It’s understandable, considering the past couple of years of cancellations and rolled-over trips. Even… Continue reading No plans this winter
A Special Season in Patagonia
A Special Season in Patagonia! Hi folks! Another trout season in Patagonia is around the corner, and we have news about the rare conditions to share with you.We have had an extraordinary winter, which means the rivers and lakes in our region should have very promising water levels. With very good snow falls that ran… Continue reading A Special Season in Patagonia
Deep in the Canyon – Trocoman House at Estancia Ranquilco
Deep in the Canyon Trocoman House at Estancia Ranquilco By Gonzalo Flego I had been to Chochoi Mallin many times before, even before the new lodge was built. It was always a treat to guide in this place that was so far from my home waters. Located virtually in the middle of nowhere, nestled between… Continue reading Deep in the Canyon – Trocoman House at Estancia Ranquilco
The Last Frontier of Argentina Trout Fishing
The defining feature of this area is the population of wild, healthy rainbow and brown trout throughout the mountain watersheds, as well as brook trout in some places. In particular, the rainbow trout are remarkably stout and strong when compared to other regions in northern Patagonia.
News From Spring Creek Lodge
News From Spring Creek Lodge by Gustavo Hiebaum Season after season, we welcome back a large number of repeat guests that over the years have chosen us for their yearly visit to Argentina. Along with them, families and new friends are coming to discover for the first time, why this place is so special. Previous… Continue reading News From Spring Creek Lodge