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We just returned from our Argentina mission and it was incredible!!! First and foremost, thanks to our clients who joined us – Scott, Paul, Wayne, Tom, Cody and Brett! Really appreciate you guys traveling so far to share this experience. Patagonia is an amazing place, pure rivers, healthy wild trout and fantastic people. And of course, a HUGE “GRACIAS” to the Fly Maniacs team – Pedro, Gullermio, Julio and Mendo! You guys did an awesome job guiding us! Each and everyone of you worked so hard for us…all day…everyday!!! You helped us get into some fish of a lifetime! You coached us, critiqued us, made us laugh and most importantly welcomed us to you home water. Our friendships grew and is stronger then ever! I miss you guys already and wish you the best for the remaining season!
This was BBT’s first client trip to Argentina in May (we have done many since 2007, but always in January). My amigo (Scott) and I have scouted it out the prior two May’s. Pedro hosted us and introduced us to their late fall program. It’s like our November weather-wise, but this year we had unseasonably nice weather. We got spoiled by the air temps and lack of wind (which again is unheard of)…the best of both worlds!
We fished 6 days on the Rio Limay outside of Bariloche. We covered different sections each day with 2 boats per section. Covered long stretches of the river stripping streamers on 7wts with 250 grain sinking lines. Medium sized flies work well and make it easier to cast all day. The crew had incredible lunches for us daily and the dinner at Hosteria were “over the top” each night. Plenty of malbec, trout and laughs….THANK YOU!!!! I will never forget it and looking forward to next year. We are still finalizing the dates and rates for May 2027….Stay tuned!
Here’s just a slice of the week….Steve is working on a much bigger report!
Stay tuned for details for next years trip!!!
Now back to reality…Michigan fishing report
I would like to thank each and every person that participated in our Spring River Clean-Up. It was very, very successful and we made the river a better place! We did not get it all, but everyone hauled out a couple large trash bags from each section….M-37 to Walhalla. We had a great BBQ at Steve’s afterwards that was well attended! Tasty food, cold beer, stories and lots of laughs! Also, thanks to Baldwin Canoe rental for the discounted car spots for the event…Appreciate it!!!
I have not been out on the river since I returned home, but will be very soon. The river looks to be in great shape after a good shot of rain yesterday. We should start seeing sulfurs and gray drakes hatching, plus some giant stones popping off in the evenings. Small streamers and stitch bugs should be in your rotation if the dry fly action is slow. The grass is green and growing, the trees are filling out and trout season is here! Also, don’t forget your bug spray, the mosquitoes are thick!!!
We have lots of availability for guide trips the rest of May and all thru June….give us a call 231-745-3529. Full and half days are available all summer!
I will have a lot more to report next week…enjoy the holiday weekend and be safe!
Later!
John
