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  • Lowest Prices of the Year at North Riding Point Club

    Lowest Prices of the Year at North Riding Point Club

    LOWEST Prices of the Year at North Riding Point Club 

    13 pound Grand Bahama bonefish North Riding Point Club Angler Adventures

    Some of the best fishing for big “trophy” bonefish is on the North Shore of Grand Bahama.  North Riding Point Club is the only lodge fishing a vast and remote area of the North Shore.  Launching at North Riding Point, they are the only boats fishing prime flats 10+ miles east & west, and extending north including the remote water around the Sale Cays, Strangers Cay, and Carter Cay.  The fall and early winter are one of the most productive times to fish this area, especially for trophy, double-digit bones.  We just received some awesome openings at North Riding Point Club, and with the lowest prices of the year, now is the time to make a reservation at North Riding Point Club.

    September 21 – 28, 2019 – 6 Anglers – 7-nights / 6-days fishing
    September 28 – October 3 – 10 Anglers – 6-nights / 5-days fishing
    October 6 – 11, 2019 – 12 Anglers – 5-nights / 4-days fishing
    October 13 – 19, 2019 – 12 Anglers – 6-nights / 5-days fishing
    October 19 – 25, 2019 – 6 Anglers – 6-nights / 5-days fishing
    November 7 – 10, 2019 – 10 Anglers – 3-nights / 2-days fishing
    November 10 – 15, 2019 – 4 Anglers – 5-nights / 4-days fishing
    November 15 – 21, 2019 – 8 Anglers – 6-nights / 5-days fishing
    November 21 – 26, 2019 – 12 Anglers – 5-nights / 4-days fishing
    December 8 – 12, 2019 – 12 Anglers – 4-nights / 3-days fishing

    Please call (860-434-9624) or email (info@angleradventures.com) Angler Adventures for more information on these openings and to get the lowest pricing of the year at North Riding Point Club Click or Tap for more information on North Riding Point Club.

    Trophy Bonefish Wading for Bonefish North Riding Point CLub Angler Adventures

  • Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas

    Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas

    The vast flats of South Andros have been one of our favorite bonefishing destinations for over 2 decades. This is a true wilderness fishery, offering an incredible variety of places to target bonefish. There are a myriad of creeks, cuts, cays and mangrove lagoons to explore with the skiff. Best of all, and our favorite part, there are miles and miles of firm, clean sand flats where you can wade for days! These flats are home to massive schools of nicely sized bones (3 – 5 lbs), as well as singles or smaller pods of bruisers ranging well above the double digit mark!

    Sitting at the end of civilization, literally “the end of the road” on South Andros, is Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge – a down-to-earth, comfortable, no frills fishing lodge for anglers focused on great fishing, not the amenities.

    The guides are excellent, the staff is friendly and attentive, and the rooms are clean, comfortable and cool with new beds and new AC units. The food is always a highlight; with a carefully planned menu balancing meals focused on local flavors and comfort food. Don’t forget about the location! Mars Bay offers the shortest travel time of any other operation on Andros to the Southern Flats, which can equal as much as an extra full day of fishing time on a week long trip. Add in that the guides work as hard as any guide we’ve fished with, plus they don’t punch a clock at 4:00 PM, and we’ve got a recipe for some of the longest fishing days you’ll find in the Bahamas.

    Mars Bay was 99% full last year, but a few recent group cancellations have opened up some excellent space for the Spring 2018 season, especially for some larger groups.

    March 10 – 17, 4 rods
    March 31 – April 7, 4 rods (Easter is April 1, 2018)
    April 14 – 21, 4 rods
    April 28 – May 5, 8 rods
    May 5 – 12, 6 rods
    May 12 – 19, 6 rods (May 13 is Mothers Day)

    The cost for a 7-night / 6-day fishing package is $4,550 per person based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared boat / guide daily.

    Have questions? Evan just got back from a January trip to Mars Bay and would be happy to recommend weeks, give a report, or just talk flies.

  • Permit Time! Pesca Maya, Ascension Bay, Mexico

    Permit Time! Pesca Maya, Ascension Bay, Mexico

    Over the past 25 years, more of our anglers have landed permit on the fly in Mexico’s beautiful Bahia de la Ascension than all our other permit destinations combined! We have our theories, but the fact remains, Ascension Bay permit will eat a fly more readily than Trachinotus falcatus in any other fishery we’ve experienced. The peak months for this fishery are just around the corner!

    As a bonus, April sees the arrival of the large migratory tarpon swelling the ranks of resident juvenile fish right through the summer and fall months. Add to this a prolific bonefishery, abundant (often very big) snook, and a myriad of other species on the flats including mutton snappers, cudas, ladyfish, even the occasional triple tail – you’ll understand why Ascension Bay is not only considered one of the premier flats destinations, it is most likely the Grand Slam Capital of the World!

    We’ve booked the venerable Pesca Maya for their entire 21 years of operation, and it remains one of our favorite lodge operations on the Yucatan Peninsula. The lodge features a seasoned staff of guides (who’ve grown up on the Bay and know it better than anyone), great food, spacious / comfortable air conditioned rooms with queen beds and ensuite baths with walk-in showers, and an attentive staff steeped in Mayan hospitality who are committed to your utmost enjoyment.

    There are still openings in the Prime Time April & May months, and if you can stand to wait, Pesca Maya’s 20% summer discount kicks in June 15th! Fabulous fishing can be had during the lightly fished summer months! Call today to make your reservation!

  • Cuba Flats Fishing: Best Tarpon Fishing Ever, Grand Slams, Super Slams

    Cuba Flats Fishing: Best Tarpon Fishing Ever, Grand Slams, Super Slams

    “Best Tarpon Fishing I’ve had in 30 years”, reported veteran tarpon angler Richard A. about his trip to Cayo Cruz. It started the first minutes into the first morning. After a short run from Avalon Fleet I, Richard hooked and landed an 80 pound tarpon within minutes of stepping on the casting deck. First cast! And the action never let up. Richard and his partner jumped or landed dozens of tarpon ranging from 30 – 100 pounds over the next 6 days.

    “I had a Grand Slam [bonefish, permit, and Tarpon] before lunch. Landed a snook an hour later (Super Slam).” Doug A highlighting his first day fishing on Cayo Largo.

    “The fishing was what I dreamed it would be – our group had 5 slams [4 grand and 1 super], which could have easily been TEN! Not too shabby.” Bruce A.

    “It was impressive how the permit rushed almost every fly they saw – didn’t matter if they were singles or in small schools, they rushed the fly. Permit, bonefish, tarpon, snook, shark, ‘cuda, multiple snapper species, jacks, box fish, lady fish provided constant action for 6 full days of fishing.” Scott T.

    “Terrific Fishing – So much sight fishing – loved watching the entire take as a tarpon inhaled the fly. Great variety too: Lot’s of tarpon 70 lbs and up, Permit in schools and on rays, a big jack and a secret snook spot [that we’ll see again in 2017!]. Anne just missed getting a super slam, landing a tarpon, bonefish & snook on her last day.” Bill V.

    Many clients spent multiple nights in Havana and raved about the food, the sights and the warmth of the people. Other clients flew privately to skip Havana altogether and focus on the fishing. In all cases, the “Cuban Experience” overshadowed even the best fishing and almost everyone returning from Cuba talks about a “special trip”.

    This fall, US airlines will begin flying direct from the US to Havana, and other regional Cuban Airports. However, more convenient access is just one piece in the puzzle. We’ve learned a lot about Cuba from our personal trips and our clients reports.

    Thinking about Cuba? Give us a call or send us an email – we’re looking forward sharing our expertise to give you the “Cuba Experience” of a life time.

    Concord Outfitters Hosted Week: April 8 – 14, 2017

    Second annual trip: Concord Outfitters owner Andy Bonzagni has just 2 spots left. Accommodations are on the luxurious Avalon Fleet II mother ship, fishing the best tarpon grounds in Jardines de la Reina. Call 800-628-1447 for more information.

    Currently Available Space for 2016 – 2017 Season. Other dates are available – Call for details.

    Cayo Largo

    Oct 29 – Nov 5, 2016, 4 RODS
    Nov 26 – Dec 3, 2016, 6 RODS
    Jan 6 – 13, 2017, 8 RODS
    Feb 10 – 17, 2017, 12 RODS
    April 7 – 14, 2017, 2 RODS – Angler Adventures Exclusive
    May 5 – 12, 2017, 4 RODS
    June 30 – July 7, 2017, 12 RODS

    Jardines de la Reina

    Oct 8 – 14, 2016, Avalon Fleet I, 12 RODS
    Dec 3 – 9, 2016, La Tortuga, 10 RODS
    Jan 6 – 12, 2017, La Tortuga, 12 RODS
    March 4 – 10, 2017, Avalon Fleet I, 10 RODS
    July 8 – 14, 2017, La Tortuga, 10 RODS

    Cayo Cruz

    June 2 – 9, 2017, Avalon Fleet I, 10 RODS

  • Argentina Has It All: Monster Rainbows, Epic Dry Fly Fishing, Sea Run Browns

    Argentina Has It All: Monster Rainbows, Epic Dry Fly Fishing, Sea Run Browns

    Chubut River Float

    Best Deal in Argentina! Incredible dry fly fishing, spectacular scenery, truly remote fishing.
    Cost: $3,200 per angler with 4 people. Save $1,350 per person!
    $3,500 per angler with 2 people
    3-nights /3-days camping plus 4-nights / 3-days fishing rivers closer to Arroyo Claro Lodge, Cholila Argentina.

    Best times Jan – March.

    Prime Space in Tierra del Fuego

    Kau Tapen Lodge on the Rio Grande, the most famous sea-run trout river in the world, home to 5 of 7 IGFA records.
    28+ pound fish caught annually
    20 pound fish released weekly
    15 pound fish released daily.

    Dates: Jan 14 – 21, 4 rods
    Cost: $9,550 per person

    Largest Private Fishing Ranch in Patagonia

    Tecka Lodge is unique. 90 miles of private water. Two Rivers. Two Lodges.

    Best dates Jan 7 – 28

    Cost: $5,600 per angler, 7-nights / 6-days
    $950 per angler per day for shorter stays

    Best Week for Big Browns

    Comfortable accommodations. Expert Guiding. Includes Collon Cura and Limay Rivers. Proven week for big resident trout. Fly Fishing Andes has broken the code!
    Dates: Feb 18 – March 25

    Cost: $6,090 per person, 7-nights / 6-days. Longer packages available.

    Dragonfly Bonanza

    This is a hatch like no other. Big Browns and Rainbows looking up! Rio Manso Lodge is the ideal location for couples, non-fishing activities too. Best time Dec 18 – Jan 7. Take the family.
    Cost: $4,750 per person fishing. $3,100 per person non-fishing

    Fly Fishing Andes also appeals to couples, staying at the exquisite Tipiliuke.

    Chrome Rainbows over 20 pounds!

    Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge isn’t easy to get to, but what do you except from a fishery that produces monster after monster rainbows. This trip deserves to be on your bucket list. Good Fishing Nov – April.

    Cost: $5,200 per person, 7-nights / 6-days fishing
    $3,100 per person, 4-nights / 3-days fishing


    Arroyo Claro offers combination trips Argentina & Chile. We also work with Benjamin Beale of El Encuentro Fly Fishing in the Esquel area, Las Pampas Lodge in the Rio Pico area, and Challuaquin Lodge on the Rio Grande in Trevelin.

    Click or tap here for Limay River Lodge.

    Aerolineas Argentinas flights as low as $1,050 from New York – Bariloche, round-trip!

    See the listings below for more available space.

    Estancia Laguna Verde

    November 12 – 19, 2016, 4 rods. Great week on Lago Strobel, AKA Jurassic Lake. Spring Run in the Barrancoso River. Primetime on Moro Spring Creek and the Chain Lakes. Normally sold out!

    December 10 – 17, 2016, 2 rods. Late-Spring conditions. Some of the longest days of the year. Check out the trailer that was filmed the same week.

    January 2 – 9, 2017, 2 rods. Prime Time Summer fishing. Excellent sight fishing on Strobel Lake and the Barrancoso River.

    April 1 – 8, 2017, 4 rods. Fall run on the Barrancoso River. Best time to target big fish in Strobel Lake’s only tributary.

    Kau Tapen Lodge

    January 7 – 14, 8 rods
    January 14 – 21, 4 rods
    February 11 -18, 1 rod
    February 26 – March 4, 2 rods
    March 11 – 18, 10 rods
    March 25 – April 1, 8 rods

    Villa Maria 

    January 6 – 13, 5 rods
    March 10 – 17, 4 rods
    March 17 – 24, 4 rods
    March 24 – 31, 6 rods

    Call for information on special early season extended trips!

  • Limay River Lodge: Exciting New Lodge in Argentina’s Big Trout Country

    Limay River Lodge: Exciting New Lodge in Argentina’s Big Trout Country

    Brown Trout 20″ to 20 lbs!

    The Limay River has been a hidden gem in Argentina Trout fishing for decades. Some say it offers the best fishing in Patagonia. Difficult access (up to 3 hours drive each way from San Martin or Bariloche) has limited the number of anglers fishing the Limay and they were happy to keep it to themselves, until now. The Limay River Lodge, located on the banks of the Middle Limay River, opened for business this year. The Limay River Lodge is a true luxury lodge in the Patagonian wilderness.

    Limay River Lodge was opened by veteran Argentine guide and businessman Jorge Trucco, who visited New York this September. We had a wonderful conversation with Jorge about what makes Limay River Lodge a special place.

    • Consistent opportunities to catch large Browns. Fish over 20″ are common, 6 -10 lb fish are caught on a regular basis, and fish over 20 lbs are possible.
    • Incredible dry fly action for large, healthy Rainbows and Browns every day.
    • 12 access points all for maximum flexibility for full or half day floats, or shorter floats if anglers desire.
    • The middle Limay is a 60 mile tail water fishery so the water and fishing is consistent year round.
    • The lodge is brand new and offers first class accommodations, service and personnel in a prime location.
    • The Limay features regular hatches, Pancoras and two types of minnows creating opportunities for all anglers and conditions.
    • Limay River Lodge uses Hyde drift boats, Sage & Rio tackle, Reddington Waders and Boots.
    • A well trained team of professional guides and lodge staff prove superior service on and off the water.

    Angler Adventures is pleased to introduce this exciting new property to US anglers. Contact Evan Peterson for more information or to include Limay River Lodge as part of your next trout fishing adventure!

  • Cuba Flats Fishing: Cuba Lives Up To The Hype

    Cuba Flats Fishing: Cuba Lives Up To The Hype

    Days after Evan Peterson’s return from the amazing live aboard fisheries at the Jardines de la Reina archipelago, Doug Schlink headed south to fish the land based Cuban fisheries; Cayo Largo (home of the Avalon Fly) off the southwest coast and the permit rich Cayo Cruz to the North.

    Despite Avalon having fished some of these waters for 18 years, Evan and Doug concluded the fisheries are so vast and the fishing pressure so light, these are “virgin” waters compared to most known flats destinations. The bones are relaxed, the permit are eaters, and the tarpon attack every fly they see. Cuba lives up to its hype!

    Cayo Largo

    Cayo Largo is the best Grand Slam option, with lots of bones of impressive size, abundant and aggressive resident tarpon to 60 pounds, supplemented by the big (80 – 120+) ‘poons during the April – June migration, and astounding numbers of permit, many in the 20 and 30+ pound category. The area also offers excellent snook fishing. Doug had a morning where he had 12 shots at permit before 11 AM. Doug also landed a 50 lb. tarpon with a dozen 15 pounders in an afternoon.

    Available Dates:

    December 12 – 19, 2015, 4 Rods
    January 9 – 16, 2016, 4 Rods
    January 30 – February 6, 2016, 2 Rods
    June 11 – 18, 2016, 4 Rods

    Cayo Cruz

    Avalon has operated in this area for the past 3 years, and it’s likely the best pure permit fishery in Cuba. In 2 days, Doug hooked 3 permit and landed 2, and saw a lot more! Cayo Cruz also provides excellent bonefishing with a good percentage of wading flats and world class tarpon fishing during the migration from April – June. Anglers have the options of land based or live aboard accommodations.

    Available Dates:

    December 5 – 12, 2015, Casona de Romano, 8 Rods
    January 16 – 23, 2016, Casona de Romano, 10 Rods
    March 26 – April 2, 2016, AVALON FLEET I, 10 Rods
    June 4 – 11, 2016, AVALON FLEET I, 10 Rods
    July 2 – 9, 2016, Casona de Romano, 10 Rods

    Our Cuban destinations are almost sold out in 2016. However, we have a handful of prime dates at Cayo Largo, and Cayo Cruz as described above, as well as our other Cuban fishing destinations Jardines de la Reina and Isla de la Juventud, as described below. Don’t miss your chance to fish Cuba in 2016.

    Jardines de la Reina

    January 23 – 29, 2016, Georgina, 6 Rods
    March 12 – 18, 2016, La Reina, 6 Rods
    June 18 – 24, 2016, Avalon Fleet II, 12 Rods
    July 2 – 8, 2016, La Tortuga, 10 Rods

    Isla de la Juventud

    February 13 – 20, 2016, Hotel Rancho, 4 Rods
    March 5 – 11, 2016, Perola, 4 Rods
    July 2 – 9, 2016, Georgina, 6 Rods

  • Cuba Flats Fishing: Grand Slam & Last Call for 2015

    Cuba Flats Fishing: Grand Slam & Last Call for 2015

    Evan Peterson is just back from Angler Adventures inaugural trip to Cuba and it was a HUGE success. Evan landed his first permit, completing a Grand Slam the day the US Embassy raised the Stars and Stripes in Havana. We’re still going through the pictures, so be on the lookout for a photo essay on Evan’s trip and keep an eye on the Angler Adventures Facebook Page for individual photos from the trip.

    Our Cuban destinations are almost sold out in 2015. However, we have a handful of prime fall dates at Jardines de la Reina, Cayo Largo, and Cayo Cruz. Fall is one of the best seasons to fish Cuba!

    The Georgina Yacht is perfect for smaller groups to fish Jardines de la Reina in style, including single occupancy rooms. Georgina is available December 5 – 11, 2015 for a group of 4 – 6 anglers. This is the prime week in December for anglers looking for a grand slam and offers some the best tides for wading for bonefish. Changing its anchorage at will, Georgina offers ultimate flexibility to fish the best and most remote regions of the 838 sq. miles of Jardines de la Reina.

    The other remaining space in 2015 is as follows:
    Cayo Largo, October 24 – 31, 2015, 8 anglers
    Cayo Largo, October 31 – November 7, 2015, 8 anglers
    Cayo Cruz, October 24 – 31, 2015, 8 anglers
    Jardines de la Reina, October 31 – November 6, 2015, 6 anglers on the Halcon Yacht
    Cayo Largo, November 21 – 28, 2015, 6 anglers *Spend Thanksgiving in Cuba!
    Cayo Cruz, December 5 – 12, 2015, 8 anglers
    Jardines de la Reina, December 12 – 18, 2015, *Luxury Yacht “Avalon I” for a group of 10!
    Cayo Largo, December 12 – 19, 2015, 8 anglers

    Last minute discounts and group pricing are available on select dates. Call or email for more information.

    Doug Schink has also just returned from his Cuba trip, visiting Cayo Cruz and Cayo Largo. Stay tuned for a report and pictures from Doug’s trip in the next few weeks.

  • Special 2 for 1 Rate at North Riding Point Club, New Boats. Meko!

    Special 2 for 1 Rate at North Riding Point Club, New Boats. Meko!

    Big News From North Riding Point Club

    Discounted Rates. New Boats. Meko!

    Discounted Rates During The Best Time for Big Bonefish

    The North Shore of Grand Bahama is arguably the best place on the planet to target big bonefish, especially during the fall & winter months. Many of our clients traveling in this timeframe have landed double digit fish, with a few fish over 14 pounds. As they did last year, North Riding Point Club is offering a 2 for 1 promotion from October 1, 2015 – February 29, 2016: Two anglers can visit NRPC for the cost of a single angler. This amounts to a $1,500 discount PER PERSON for a 7-night / 6-day package. If you don’t have a partner, or want your own room & guide, single anglers pay the double occupancy rate. Shorter stays are also available. The weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas are not included in the promotion.

    Bill W. with a 13 lb bonefish taken February 2015 at North Riding Point Club

    Meko Glinton Joins the North Riding Point Club Team

    Omeko “Meko” Glinton joins his father, Stanley Glinton, as a North Riding Point guide starting October 1, 2015. This adds one of the best guides in the Bahamas to argueably the most experienced and professional guide staff in the Bahamas. Meko comes over from Deep Water Cay Club, where he was the head guide. If you want to fish with Meko, call us right away to for his available dates.

    New Hells Bay Marquesas Skiffs & Upgraded Vehicles

    North Riding Point Club has added a sixth boat to their fleet of new Hells Bay Marquesa skiffs powered by 90 hp 4-stroke engines. These fully equiped new boats have been performing exceptionally well on the North Shore of Grand Bahama and get high marks from our clients. North Riding Point Club has also just received four newer used trucks to make the drives to the boat launches more comfortable.

    Please call or email with any questions or if you’re interested in taking advantage of this promotion, visit our NRPC web page at (https://www.angleradventures.com/NorthRiding/), or our slide show presentation at (http://www.slideshare.net/AnglerAdventures/north-riding-point-club-presentation) for more information.

  • Cuba is Hot: Angling and Fishing Adventures in Cuba

    Cuba is Hot: Angling and Fishing Adventures in Cuba

    We knew serious anglers would be excited about fishing Cuba, but the response has been better than expected! 2016 is filling fast. Don’t be left out, call today (800-628-1447) to find out which of these 4 amazing fisheries best suits you.

    Isle of Youth | Cayo Largo | Jardines de la Reina | Cayo Cruz

    4 Spots Left on Fin Chaser’s Belize Trip

    There are 4 spots left on the Fin Chasers Hosted Trip to Turneffe Island Resort August 22 – 29, 2015. This place, this week, with these guys may be the closest thing to a guarantee you’ll catch a permit on a fly … and finish it off with a grand slam! This 7-night / 6-day fishing trip is being offered at a $2,245 per person discount. Don’t miss being part of the excitement of joining Fin Chasers. Click or tap here for more information on the trip.

  • Cuba Flats Fishing: 2015 Will Be Remembered in Angling History!

    Cuba Flats Fishing: 2015 Will Be Remembered in Angling History!

    2015 will be remembered in Angling history as the year it became legal for US Citizens, in possession of a “people to people” travel letter from the non-profit fisheries research and conservation organization Bonefish Tarpon Trust (BTT), to sport fish in Cuba.

    2015 is also the year travel restrictions were lifted, making it legal for US airlines to fly to Cuba, US travel agents to book travelers to Cuba and US insurance companies to offer travel insurance to US Citizens traveling to Cuba.

    Angler Adventures has been assisting a limited number of US anglers traveling legally to Cuba for several years. But, the easing of restrictions in general and the travel license from BTT in particular, opens the door for any US angler wanting to fish Cuba.

    What hasn’t changed (and will take years to catch up) is the tourist infrastructure within Cuba and the transportation network to Cuba. Traveling to Cuba is still complex. We recommend using a knowledgeable, qualified travel agent, whether it’s your first trip or your twelfth.

    Jardines de la Reina
    (Gardens of the Queen)

    Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon! Grand Slam!

    Isla de la Juventud
    (Island of Youth)

    Big Tarpon and Snook!

    Cayo Largo

    Over 500 Fly Caught Permit!

    Cayo Cruz

    Big Bones and Tailing Pemit

    In addition to having a staff of fishing experts, Angler Adventures is a full service travel agency, licensed to sell travel insurance. Angler Adventures can assist you in selecting a fishing location in Cuba, prepare you for what to fish for and what to bring, assist you in obtaining the travel letter from the BTT, assist with your Cuban Visa, create the most efficient travel itinerary for you and your group and offer you the protection of travel insurance for trip cancellation, trip interruption, emergency medical evacuation, and more.

    Call us today at 1-800-628-1447. There is so much more we’d like to share with you about this fascinating country and phenomenal saltwater fishery.

  • Hosted Trip to Turneffe Island Resort, Belize

    Hosted Trip to Turneffe Island Resort, Belize

    Join Fin Chasers Magazine as they head to what is probably the best permit fishery on the planet, Turneffe Island Resort, Belize. On top of that save $2,245 per person! This trip is ideal for anglers of all skill levels and is sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.

    When: August 22-29, 2015 – This exact week in August 2014, the two members of Fin Chasers hooked up with 30 permit, landing 21 of them, caught numerous of bonefish, barracudas and jacks, topped with a Double Grand Slam.

    For more information on this Turneffe Island Resort Hosted Trip, click or tap here.

    The normal rate for 7-nights & 6-days fishing is $5,727. Your rate as part of the Fin Chasers Hosted Week at Turneffe Island Resort is $3,482 per person, based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared boat / guide daily.

    Included: Daily guided fishing, round trip, land and sea transfers between Belize City and Turneffe Island Resort, hotel/sales tax, 3 meals per day, double occupancy accommodations.

    Not Included: International flight to Belize, Beverages & Bar Tab, gratuities for guides/staff, terminal tackle, flies (can be purchased at their tackle shop).

  • Angler Adventures Client Lands Grand Daddy: 60 Pound Permit Caught

    Angler Adventures Client Lands Grand Daddy: 60 Pound Permit Caught

    Angler Adventures client Bob Cosgriff landed this massive permit while fishing at Grey’s Point Inn on Acklins Island with head guide, Garon Williamson. Bob sent us the story of how he caught and landed this fish of a life time. Click or Tap here to read Bob’s account.

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    Photo Credit: Barry Kanavy – www.naturalanglers.com

  • Angler Adventures Clients Catch Big Fish!

    Angler Adventures Clients Catch Big Fish!

    After seeing Bob Cosgriff’s massive Permit, we got to thinking about other big fish Angler Adventures clients have landed recently. Most of the time, these anglers don’t stumble into huge fish, they’re hunting them. For us that means, helping them choose the right destination and making sure they’re prepared.

    Bob Cosgriff, Acklins Island, Bahamas

    The photo says a lot, however you can read Bob’s point of view on our Blog.

    Carl Heilman, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas

    , biggest bonefish

    A great photo of one of the biggest bonefish we’ve ever seen. Read more on our Blog about the other fish landed that week, including a pair of tarpon.

    Steve Renehan, Patagonia, Argentina

    This buff 8 lb Brown Trout was among 2 dozen fish landed on dry flies in Argentina with Fly Fishing AndesYou can find more details in our April 2014 newsletter.

    Carl Heilman, Patagonia, Argentina

    It’s not a surprise to see a photo of huge rainbow from Jurassic Lake, but this fish was too big not to share. Also, the group landed a ton of big fish. Check out the video they put together.

    Coming up next: Angler Adventures Clients and Double Digit Bonefish from North Riding Point Club. It’s no coincidence our clients are joining the 10 lb Club!

    Hint: While you’re waiting, check out our Blog on Winter Bonefishing

  • Swap That Snow Shovel for a Fly Rod! Come to Mauritius, Bahamas, or Mexico with Angler Adventures

    Swap That Snow Shovel for a Fly Rod! Come to Mauritius, Bahamas, or Mexico with Angler Adventures

    If you don’t have a winter getaway planned, there’s still time and plenty of space (click here for a complete listing of available dates at 19 of our best lodges).

    Mauritius – US Dollar Rules, Save $1,500

    St. Brandon’s is one of the most remote, exotic bonefish destinations on the planet. Now is a great time to tick St. Brandon’s off your bucket list – The exchange rate for US Dollars to Euros is the lowest in well over a year (1.17 on January 16, 2015). This is akin to a $1,500 per person discount. The cost of a 9-night / 6.5 day fishing dream trip is 7,100 Euro’s pp, approx US$8,037.
    April 27 – May 6, 3 rods
    May 8 – 17, 8 rods
    May 27 – June 5, 2 rods
    September 26 – October 5, 4 rods
    October 7 – 16, 2 rods

    Click here for more information on St. Brandon’s Atoll, Mauritius.

    Bahamas – Save $700

    Delphi Lodge on Abaco is a spectacular ocean front property with access to the famous Marls of Abaco, which remains the most prolific bonefishing in the Bahamas. Book anytime April 1-11 and get a $100 per night, per person discount. That’s $700 off per person for the week! Or, book in June and take off $1000 per week. Click here for more on Delphi, including rates.

    Don’t forget about other destinations priced in local currency: Iceland, New Zealand & Canada.

    Mexico – Free Rod & Reel

    Book a trip to Pesca Maya Lodge on Mexico’s stunning Yucatan Peninsula and get a free fly rod and reel! Booking 7 nights/6 days at $3,848 per person, double, or 6 nights/5 days at $3,305 per person, double, gets you a free Templefork BVK 9 foot 8 weight fly rod and a TFO 375 large arbor reel, a $660 value! Booking 5 nights/4 days at $2,762 or 4 nights/3 days at $2,219 gets you the BVK rod, a $310 value. We’ve got the dates you want. For details contact Doug Schlink: doug@angleradventures.com 860-434-9624 or 800-628-1447. Click here for more on Pesca Maya.


    Abaco Island – Abaco Lodge | Blackfly Lodge | Delphi Club | Pete & Gay’s | Rickmon Bonefish Lodge | Acklins Island – Grey’s Point Inn | Andros – Andros Island Bonefish Club | Andros South | Bair’s Lodge | Flamingo Cay | Kamalame Cay | Mangrove Cay | Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge | North Andros Fly Fishing | Pleasant Bay Bonefish Lodge | Stafford Creek Lodge | Tranquility Hill | Crooked & Long Islands – Cape Santa Maria | Crooked Island Lodge | Grand Bahama – Deep Water Cay | East End Lodge | H2O Bonefishing | Grand Bahama Bonefishing | North Riding Point Club | Water Cay Lodge

  • Prime Time Space! 2015 Bahamas Bonefishing & More

    Flats fishing is our specialty. We represent 25 lodges in the Bahamas alone! Add Mexico, Belize, Venezuela, the Pacific and Indian Ocean fisheries and we offer 50 different venues to stalk bonefish, permit, tarpon, cudas, trevally, milkfish …. you get the idea. Families, fathers and sons, best buddies: if you don’t have a winter getaway planned, you deserve one, there’s still time.
    Turneffe Flats Resort, Belize – Last Minute Cancellation Special

    January 24 – 31, 2015 & January 31 – February 7, 2015

    Due to a pair of cancellations, the weeks listed above are available at “straight” 2 for the price of 1 pricing. Purchase any package at regular peak season pricing and receive a second package of equal or lesser value free. Call Angler Adventures for more information.

    Delphi Club, Abaco Island
    April 2 – 6, 4/3, $3,320 – $400 = $2,920 pp
    April 6 – 11, 5/4, $3,995 – $500 = $3,495 pp
    May 9 – 14, 5/4, $3,995 pp
    June dates, 7/6, $5,345 – $1,000 = $4,345 pp
    Andros Island Bonefishing, Andros Island
    March 7 – 14, 7/6, 20 rods, $3,610 pp
    March 14 – 21, 7/6, 8 rods, $3,610 pp
    April 11 – 18, 7/6, 10 Rods, $3,610 pp
    April 25 – May 2, 7/6 15 Rods, $3,610 pp

    Bair’s Lodge, Andros Island
    March 1 – 5, 4/3, 4 rods, $3,195 pp
    March 16 – 21, 5/4, 4 rods, $4,150 pp
    March 27 – 31, 4/3, 6 rods, $3,350 pp
    April 14 – 19, 5/4, 6 rods, $4,150 pp
    May 5 – 11, 6/5, 10 rods, $4,775 pp
    May 20 – 25, 5/4, 4 rods, $4,150 pp

    Deep Water Cay Club, Grand Bahama Island
    March 1 – 7, 6/5, 14 rods, $4,496 pp
    March 15 – 19, 4/3, 18 rods, $3,126 pp
    April 11 – 14, 3/2, 12 rods, $2,369 pp
    May 3 – 9, 6/5, 4 rods, $4,496 pp
    May 16 – 23, 7/6, 6 rods, $5,098 pp
    May 23 – 30, 7/6, 16 rods, $5,098 pp

    Andros South, Andros Island
    January 31 – February 7, 7/6, 4 rods, $4,635 pp
    April 25 – May 2, 7/6, 4 rods, $4,635 pp
    Water Cay, Grand Bahama Island
    May 30 – June 6, 7/6, 6 rods, $3,495 pp
    June 13 – 20, 7/6, 6 rods, $3,495 pp

    Mars Bay, Andros Island
    Jan 17-24, 7/6, 8 rods, $4,350 pp
    Feb 1-7, 6/5, 8 rods, $3,700 pp
    Feb 14-21, 7/6, 4 rods, $4,350 pp

    Abaco Lodge, Abaco Island
    March 22 – 27. 5/4, 4 rods, $4,350 pp
    June 13 – 17, 4/3, 4 rods, $3,525 pp
    June 17 – 23, 6/5, 10 rods, $4,895 pp

    North Riding Point Club, Grand Bahama Island
    March 8 – 14, 6/5, 6 rods, $5,200 pp
    April 1 – 7, 6/5, 6 rods, $5,200 pp
    May 20 – 27, 7/6, 10 rods, $5,750

    Mangrove Cay, Andros Island
    March 9 – 13, 4/3, 6 rods, $3,100 pp
    March 17 – 21, 5/4, 6 rods, $3,850 pp
    April 11 – 15, 4/3, 8 rods, $3,100 pp
    May 8 – 15, 7/6, 4 rods, $5,200 pp

    Rickmon Bonefish Lodge, Abaco Island
    Top Sandy Point guides are still available throughout March and after June 8, 2015.
    $1,950 – $3,520 pp

    Tranquility Hill, Andros Island
    Top guides are still available during the last two weeks in March, the first & third weeks in April and in May.

    $1,385 – $3,300 pp

    Pleasant Bay, Andros Island
    January 12 – 31
    February 1 – 12
    February 22 – 28
    March 1 – 16
    March 22 – 31
    April 1 – 17
    April 25 – 30
    May 24 – June 30

    $1,300 – $3,900 pp

    Pesca Maya, Ascension Bay, Mexico
    March 31 – April 17
    April 25 – May 31

    $1,676 – $3,848 pp

    Grand Bahama Bonefishing, Grand Bahama Island
    Want to fish with legendry guides David Pinder Jr and Jeffery Pinder, two of the best guides in the Bahamas? Jeffrey is available to guide March 1 – 8, 10 – 19, & 23 – 29. David Jr is available March 1 – 24.

    $1,750 – $3,700 pp

    Stafford Creek, Andros Island
    March 2 – 7, 5/4, 6 rods, $3,975 pp
    March 7 – 12, 5/4, 4 rods, $3,975 pp
    March 13 – 20, 7/6, 4 rods, $5,927.50 pp
    March 30 – April 6, 7/6, 4 rods, $5,927.50 pp
    April 14 – 20, 6/5, 6 rods, $4,898.75 pp
    May 16 – 30, $2,180 – $5,927.50 pp

    Long Caye Island Resort, Belize
    February 1 – 17
    March 1 – 14
    May 28 – June 30

    5/4 Fishing Package $2,789 pp
    7/6 Fishing Package $3,989 pp

    St Brandon’s Atoll, Mauritius, Euro 7,100 pp
    April 27 – May 6, 3 rods
    May 8 – 17, 8 rods
    May 27 – June 5, 2 rods
    September 26 – October 5, 4 rods
    October 7 – 16, 2 rods
    Farquhar, Seychelles, USD$8,500 pp
    March 11 – 18, 6 rods
    April 1 – 8, 9 rods
    April 15 – 22, 2 rods
    November 4 – 11, 10 rods
    December 2 – 9, 6 rods

    Don’t forget about other destinations priced in local currency: IcelandNew ZealandCanada.

    All rates are per person based on sharing a boat / guide daily. Some operations include single occupancy accommodations at this price; otherwise, the rates listed include double occupancy accommodations. The space is listed as current as of January 16, 2015 and not guaranteed to remain available after publication. Additional openings are also available. Lodges not listed here may have space available, but did not provide them to Angler Adventures in time for publication. Please call or email for space not listed here.

    There may be some discrepancies on rates due to complications in implementing the Value Added Tax (VAT), which is effective in the Bahamas as of January 1, 2015.

  • 57 Sailfish on a Fly in One Day in Guatemala

    57 Sailfish on a Fly in One Day in Guatemala

    One of most exciting moments in flyrodding is watching an 8-foot long sailfish, lit up with neon and iridescent blues and greens, charge into the spread thrashing his bill trying to destroy your teaser bait! Your heart pounds as you await the call for “neutral” so you can pitch a 9-inch hot pink fly at this psychedelic beast. And when he pounces on your fly and tears off at 65 miles per hour, you’ll know beyond any doubt you’re attached to one of the world’s greatest gamefish.

    While there are a number of destinations where you can fulfill this fantasy, Guatemala is the undisputed Sailfish Capital of the World. In the past 25 years, as sportfishing evolved in this country, Guatemala has turned the sportfishing world upside down, shattering records with astounding numbers like Capt Ron Hamlin’s 126 sailfish releases in a single day, or Capt Chris Sheeder’s 57 sailfish on fly in a single day!

    And today, anglers can enjoy this incredible fishery, from the comfort of world class Gameboats with world class captains and top shelf accommodations at the beautiful Casa Vieja Lodge. Casa Vieja is comparable to any of the world’s finest fishing lodges with spacious and luxurious accommodations and amenities, 5-star cuisine and a pampering staff.

    Casa Vieja’s fleet is comprised of 6 fully rigged, state of the art sportfishermen ranging from 37 to 40 feet, skippered by some of the world’s most respected blue water captains. And new this season are 2 superfast 35 foot Contender center consoles offering smaller groups a more economical alternative to experience this incredible fishery. All the Casa Vieja boats are equipped with top of the line conventional and fly tackle. Just bring yourself!

    Besides incredible numbers of sails, Guatemala provides opportunities for marlin, dorado, tuna, roosterfish and more. Click or Tap here for more information on Casa Vieja Lodge.

    Costa Rica

    Costa Rica is a great alternative, particularly for families interested in both fishing and non-fishing experiences. Prior to the discovery of the Guatemala sailfishery, Costa Rica was considered the premier Pacific sailfishery, and also offers a broader diversity of species.

    Crocodile Bay Resort

    Crocodile Bay Lodge on Golfo Dulce is a great choice both for hard core anglers and families looking for a vacation, as well as a fishing trip. Situated minutes from the entrance to Corcovado National Park, Crocodile Bay offer a wide range of non-fishing activities ranging from ecotours to zip lines to sailing, surfing, paddleboarding, or just relaxing by the Olympic size pool or being pampered by a treatment at the lodge’s 4,000 sq. foot Spa! Click or Tap here for more information on Crocodile Bay Lodge.

    JP Sportfishing

    Further north lies the beach resort town of Quepos, also a great fishing destination set in a charming village flanked by world class resort hotels and some of Costa Rica’s most spectacular beaches in nearby Manuel Antonio National Park. We’ve worked with JP Sportfishing of Quepos for over 25 years. They have a great fleet of 32 foot class day boats with experienced crews, and feature relatively short runs to blue water and the abundant sailfish found there from December through April. Click or Tap here for more information on JP Sportfishing.

    And for those looking for a customized, privately guided tour experience, Rudy Guzman’s Fiesta Tours has been dazzling Angler Adventures’ clients with incredible tours and unparalleled personalized service for over 25 years. Some of the most popular tours include the Monteverde Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, Tortuguero, and Manuel Antonia areas.

    Give us a call and we’ll hook you up!

  • Change Your Latitude: Trout Fishing in Patagonia

    Change Your Latitude: Trout Fishing in Patagonia

    Fly Fishing Andes Features New Property on the Chimehuin, Collon Cura & Alumine

    Tres Rios is located where the Chimehuin and Alumine River join to form the Collon Cura River. There are more than 17 miles of water on these rivers, which provide ample wading and floating opportunities. As a small lodge (max 6 anglers), Tres Rios is committed to accommodating one party at a time, so each group will experience exclusive use of the lodge. Click or Tap here for more information on Tres Rios.

    10-night / 9-day Combo Chile & Argentina Trip

    Futa Lodge + Chime Lodge = an ideal fly fishing adventure, allowing access to fantastic trout fishing on both sides of the Andes. The cost for this 10-night / 9-day itinerary is $6,645 per person based on a shared room / boat. Included: Flight from Buenos Aires to San Martin de los Andes airport, 4 nights and 3 days fishing at Chime Lodge, transfer from Chime to Bariloche, 1 night at Design Hotel (sgl room), transfer from Bariloche to Futa Lodge, 4 nights and 3 days fishing at Futa Lodge, transfer from Futa to Esquel airport, flight from Esquel to Buenos Aires. Call 800-628-1447 / 860-434-9624 or send an email for more details.

    Las Pampas Lodge Visits Angler Adventures

    Oggie and Cynthia Fox from Las Pampas Lodge (south of Esquel) visited Angler Adventures in early October. Las Pampas Lodge has secured private leases on 60 kilometers of the famed Rio Pico and its many spring creeks. Las Pampas has access to trophy Brook Trout water on Lago Vinter and Rio Corcovado, which produces Brookies into double digits in November and April. They fish a variety of water with exclusive rights, including a private launch site on “Lago Tres”. New in 2015: An expedition exploratory trip for adventurous anglers. Call 800-628-1447 / 860-434-9624 or send an email for more details.

    Chubut River – Ideal Water Levels for December / January Float Trips

    Our clients always rave about the amazing dry fly fishing on the Chubut River Float, while staying at Arroyo Claro Lodge. Jorge Graziosi is predicting perfect flows for December & January trips on the Chubut and there’s still space available (a minimum of 4 anglers is required to do the float. Follow this link to read our 2012 newsletter on the Chubut – It’s still as good now as it was then. Click or Tap here for some client reviews of the Chubut Float and more information on Arroyo Claro Lodge.

    Remota Hotel & Resort
    Access to Torres del Paine

    Remota is a luxury hotel in the southern Chile town of Puerto Natales. We’ve recently added Remota to our portfolio of destinations after learning that Claudio Joost, who was previously the head guide at Cinco Rios Chile, has taken charge of their fishing program. Remota is the perfect place for anglers traveling with non-fishing companions, families, or anyone who wants to experience some of the unique landscapes Patagonia has to offer, and have some excellent fishing. Click or Tap here for more information on Remota.

  • Fall Fishing Bonanza: Deals & Cancellations, Rested Flats, and Your Best Shot at a Grand Slam

    Fall Fishing Bonanza: Deals & Cancellations, Rested Flats, and Your Best Shot at a Grand Slam

    Belize “2 for the price of 1” Specials

    El Pescador is offering anglers a Fall 2 for 1 special where 2 anglers pay the single angler rate. The last of the available dates are November 29 – December 6, 2014, or any length trip starting on December 13, 14, or 15. Also, El Pescador just finished renovations on each of the guest rooms in the main lodge, offering guests larger, modernized, and well appointed rooms. Click or Tap here for more information on El Pescador.

    Turneffe Flats and Belize River Lodge are also offering a Fall 2 for 1 special rate. The Turneffe Flats’ special is good through December 6, 2014. The Belize River Lodge special is available November 13 – 25, November 30 – December 5, and December 11 – 20, 2014 for reservations at Belize River Lodge or the Outpost Camp at Long Caye. Please call or email for details.

    Bahamas Specials and Prime Space

    H2O Bonefishing had a group cancellation for November 25 – December 2, 2014 (Thanksgiving is November 27). H20 is offering a 2 for 1 special for any trip in that timeframe, which could amount to a $797.50 per person discount for a 7-night / 6-day trip. Click or Tap here for more information on H20 Bonefishing.

    Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge is one of the top wading destinations in the Bahamas. Mars Bay has October 25 – November 1, November 1 – 8, and November 20 – December 4 available. The fall is arguably the best time to fish the expansive flats of South Andros. Click or Tap here for more information on Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge.

    Andros South has some excellent openings during their fall special pricing timeframe: November 1 – 8, 15 – 19, 23 – 29, 2014 & January 10 – 31, 2015. The fall pricing is discounted as much as $1,035 per personfor a 7-night / 6-day package. Click or Tap here for more information on Andros South.

    Abaco Lodge just had a cancellation November 10 – 14, 2014 and is offering 25% off (a savings of $795 per person on 4-nights / 3-days fishing) for up to 4 anglers. Click or Tap here for more information on Abaco Lodge.

    East End Lodge has a few openings for a pair of anglers October 30 – November 3, November 20 – 23, November 15 – 20, November 24 – December 3, December 11 – 17, 2014. Click or Tap here for more information on East End Lodge.

    Stafford Creek Lodge is offering discounted rates for the fall. A 4-night / 3-day package is now $2,817 per person (normally $3,075) and a 5-night / 4-day package is now $3,465 per person (normally $3,975). Click or Tap here for more information on Stafford Creek.

    Blackfly Lodge has a 4-night / 3-day package available December 14 – 18, 2014. Click or Tap here for more information on Blackfly.

    Bahamas VAT

    The Bahamian Government is instituting a Value Added Tax (VAT) starting January 1, 2015. This could mean increases of up to 7.5% to existing lodge rates!! Book a trip now and avoid the VAT.

    “Permit Mania” in Mexico

    Casa Blanca & Playa Blanca are two of the most reliable venues for permit fishing. Our “permit expert” Doug Schlink says fall is one of, if not the best time for permit. The fish have seen little or no pressure all summer, water temps are optimum and the cotton is high! Click here to read about “The Week” where Doug’s group landed 35 permit (up to 35 pounds) between 8 rods in mid-November. And low fall season rates further sweeten the pot! Casa Blanca has space November 1 – 8, November 29 – December 6, December 6 – 13 and December 13 – 20. Click or Tap here for more information on Casa Blanca. Playa Blanca has space during the November 22 – 29 week. Click or Tap here for more information on Playa Blanca.

    Pesca Maya offers a 10% discount for all bookings November – February. November & December are among the best months for “Grand Slams” and large migratory tarpon. January & February has excellent Permit and Bonefishing. Click or Tap here for rate and more information on Pesca Maya.

    More Destinations

    Alphonse Island Fishing Lodge, Seychelleshad cancellations December 13 – 20, 2014 and January 3 – 10, 2015. These weeks are available at a huge discount: Normally $8,500 per person; Now $5,995 per person only through Angler Adventures. That’s an amazing discount of $2,505 per person. Click or Tap here for more information on Alphonse Island Fishing Lodge.

    Healing Waters, Montana, has announced that they’ll raise their rates for next season. However, they have agreed to confirm the current pricing for any anglers who deposit by December 15, 2014. Click or Tap here for more information on Healing Waters.

    Have questions about Healing Waters? Judy Hall just got back from a trip to Healing Waters where she participated in the Wounded Warriors project. Give Judy a call to hear about her trip to Healing Waters, Madison Valley Ranch, Missoula River Lodge, and Fire Hold Ranch.


    Arroyo Claro, Argentina is offering special rates for the 2014 / 2015 season. Owner & head guide Jorge Graziosi reports that the Rivadavia has more big browns and rainbows than he’s seen in 30 years of guiding. Projected to be a low water year, November, December & January should be near perfect, with excellent sight fishing possibilities in February & March. Note: These short rivers are always cool because they run between lakes, very close to their glacial origins. Click or Tap here for rate and more information on Arroyo Claro.

  • Trout Fishing Private Water on Argentina’s Premier Estancias with Alberto Cordero of Fly Fishing Andes

    Trout Fishing Private Water on Argentina’s Premier Estancias with Alberto Cordero of Fly Fishing Andes

    Alberto Cordero, owner / head guide of Fly Fishing Andes, based in San Martin del los Andes, will be stopping by The Compeat Angler in Darien, CT this Saturday, September 29 from 12:00 – 4:00 PM with Evan Peterson of Angler Adventures. Alberto provides anglers first class accommodations and incredible trout fishing on some of Patagonia’s most productive private water. This won’t be a formal presentation, but a chance to talk with one of Argentina’s most respected guides about his local rivers, lodges and techniques for Trout.

    Coffee and snacks will be provided.

    Fly Fishing Andes offers access to some of Argentina’s best trout fishing on private Estancias with accommodations varying from simple to elegant.

    Phone: 203-655-9400 * Fax: 203-656-1693

    541 Post Road
    Darien, Connecticut 06820

    E-Mail: compleatangler@optonline.net
    web site: www.compleat-angleronline.com/

  • Summertime: Light Winds, Less Pressure, Great Fishing for Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon

    Summertime: Light Winds, Less Pressure, Great Fishing for Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon

    Some of the best Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon fishing occurs in the summertime. Due to cool ocean currents / breezes, the Bahamas temperatures typically never get over 85o F in the summer and don’t heat up like the large land masses in the U.S. Rain showers are short lived and there’s little or no wind to deal with. Some lodges close down, but the ones that remain open know it’s the best chance for a Grand Slam all year. Permit prefer warm water, Migratory Tarpon begin to show. Glistening Bonefish tails are a common sight, early and late in the day.

    Abaco Island

    Rickmon Bonefish Lodge in Sandy Point, Abaco is open in June and July, because it’s the best time for Permit and Mutton Snapper (Yes on the fly rod!), according to Ricardo Burrows.

    Abaco Lodge, The light summer winds allow you to do “More Cool Stuff”, like trailering up north, fishing out of the Upper Cays and Oceanside flats in pursuit of Big Bones, and Mutton Snapper.

    Available Dates:
    June 14 – 20, 10 rods
    June 22 – 26, 8 rods
    June 26 – July 3, 8 rods

    Blackfly Lodge In addition to flats fishing for Bonefish, Permit, Mutton Snapper, and occasionally Tarpon, Blackfly has an offshore option with its 31′ Yellow Fin docked on the East Side just minutes from Reefs and Blue Water.
    The last openings are June 24 – July 7 and Aug 1 – 13

    Andros Island

    Prescott Smith of Stafford Creek Lodge says emphatically that summertime is your best chance at a Grand Slam (Tarpon, Permit & Bonefish). Mutton Snapper fishing in June and July is exceptional. If you prefer Reef and Offshore fishing, go for Tuna in the morning, (catch your dinner) and hit the flats in the afternoon.

    Pleasant Bay and Bair’s Lodge are open in June and still have some great space available. Some of the best fishing in South Andros takes place in June with plenty of fish and no pressure!

    Bair’s Lodge is a luxury lodge with good management and great bonefishing.

    Available Dates:
    June 4 – 8, 4 rods
    June 4 – 11, 4 rods
    June 8 – 12, 10 rods

    Click or Tap here to for more on Summer Fishing on Grand Bahama and in Belize.

  • Summer in the Bahamas: Light Winds, Less Pressure, Great Fishing!

    Summer in the Bahamas: Light Winds, Less Pressure, Great Fishing!

    Deep Water Cay Club, Grand Bahama From June 16 through August, there is some great pricing at Deep Water Cay Club.

    Starting with a 3-nights / 2-day package, the cost is $1,995 per person based on accommodations in a shared cottage (recently renovated) with two queen beds, large living space and “grand” front porch overlooking the sea and a shared boat / guide. You’ll have your choice to mix & match flats fishing, reef fishing or diving/snorkeling, or just fish the flats each day. Additional nights / day are $695 per person. Includes all meals, transfers from Freeport Airport (if required), lodging, guided fishing, snorkeling and/or diving.

    H2O Bahamas, Grand Bahama H2O Bonefishing is open year round. In addition to their standard flats fishing program, H20 Bonefishing offers a “No Boundaries” program, which is a great way to explore the world class fly fishing opportunities Grand Bahama has to offer, including flats & reef fishing. The program uses a larger 21 foot custom flats boat designed to travel further and faster in more comfort as well as target a variety of species on fly.

    This unique fishing program is only available during the months of June and July to take advantage of the great summer fishing, when the flats are filled with a variety species, including the normal suspects, including Permit and occasionally Tarpon. The standard No Boundaries package is for 5-nights / 4-days fishing, with two days of No Boundaries and two days standard flats fishing. However, the program is easily customized for individual preferences, including longer stays or offshore fly fishing on H2O Bonefishing’s 31 foot Contender. Click or Tap here for more information and rates.

    Scott Trerotola with a 10 lb Mutton Snapper from the North Shore of Grand Bahama.

    Belize River Lodge is open year round and we’ve had great success with their “Long Cay Outpost Resort”, a private house for a group of anglers (4 minimum), comes with cook, guides and Great fishing all around the Cay, including diversity of species. FIVE minutes and you are into fish. Fishing can consist of 8 to 10 hour days depending on how long you want to fish.

    Summer is a great time for Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, and Snook, along with the extras of Barracuda, Jacks, Snappers, Ladyfish and more.

    If you prefer to stay at Belize River Lodge, you have fishing access within 20 minutes. An added bonus is that the lodge is situated on the river, where fishing can be more sheltered. Each evening your dinners will be hosted by Mike and Marguerite, owners of Belize River Lodge.

    Click or Tap here to visit our Belize River Lodge webpage for details on the 2 for the price of 1 Summer & Fall rates and the qualifying available dates.

    Please Note: Belize River Lodge and Long Caye have no set arrival or departure days, so you can pick your dates based on best airfare, as long as there’s space avaialble, you can still get the special 2 for 1 rate.

  • Off the Chart Fishing: Huge Brown Trout in Patagonia, Argentina

    Off the Chart Fishing: Huge Brown Trout in Patagonia, Argentina

    Steve Renehan landed the 26″, 8 lb Brown pictured above on a dry fly in late-February, fishing an unnamed river with Fly Fishing Andes, based in San Martin de los Andes, Argentina. Equally impressive was the incredible dry fly fishing Seve Renehan & Tom Gahan experienced one evening on the Collon Cura River, while staying at Ted Turner’s, Collon Cura Lodge. The pair landed 20 fish over 20″ from the same pool! The minnow migration was in full swing and the browns & rainbows were feeding with near reckless abandon.

    The minnow migration is a yearly phenomenon that takes place on the Collon Cura from late-January into March. Swarms of minnows leave the nearby reservoir and swim up the Collon Cura. During the migration, big fish flood into the river. While streamer fishing can be deadly, excellent dry fly fishing can be had, skating big attractor patterns. Philip Giffin landed a tackle busting 23″ rainbow, but all agreed, even the 13 – 22″ rainbows on the Collon Cura are among the hardest fighting trout anywhere!

    Jim & Joan Hunter also enjoyed this phenomenal fishing on their third January trip to Fly Fishing Andes. One of the highlights was floating the “secret” river, where every fish caught was 22 – 24 inches. Joan had the touch, landing at least one fish 21″ or more each of their 14 fishing days.

    For more photos, please check out Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/AnglerAdventures

    Space is already filling up for the 2014 – 2015 Season in Argentina. If you’ve been thinking about a trip to Argentina, give Angler Adventures a call (800-628-1447) or drop us email (info@angleradventures.com) and we’ll help you pick the right lodge, rivers and dates.

    Not listed above are our other fine Argentine Trout Fishing Destinations: Arroyo ClaroRio MansoSan HubertoTecka Lodge, and Tipiliuke. Also, be on the look out for a future newsletter announcing a web page (and video) for Jurassic Lake and its trophy Rainbow Trout fishing.

  • Cold Weather = Hot Fishing at Grand Bahama: #2 Simram Fools 14 Pound Bonefish

    Cold Weather = Hot Fishing at Grand Bahama: #2 Simram Fools 14 Pound Bonefish

    The bonefish in the photo above is a 14-pounder landed in February off the north shore of Grand Bahama. Carl Heilman, who landed this monster, also landed a tarpon (the group jumped 3 and landed 2). Chris Bamford landed the other tarpon, as well as the triggerfish, John Wilson jumped a tarpon and Scott Trerotola landed a 10 lb Mutton Snapper that was cruising behind a Ray. Each member of the group also landed several bonefish between 5 – 10 pounds..

    Bill & Liz Aldendifer also had a fantastic trip to Grand Bahama. Together, they landed several fish in 7 – 8 pound range, a couple 9 pounders, a 10 pounder, and a 12 pounder on Bill’s birthday. Bill came close to having a 14+ pounder in hand, but lost it at the boat when the guide grabbed the leader. Bill, a permit aficionado, said that the 14+ pound bonefish fought harder than any permit he’s hooked, even his 30 pounder in Ascension Bay.

    All of the above mentioned were Angler Adventures’ clients staying at North Riding Point ClubClick or Tap here to see Bill, Liz, Scott, and more photos of our clients with their fish on our Facebook page.

    Abaco has long been known for providing some of the best permit fishing in the Bahamas, especially down around Sandy Point. It’s only been getting better and the guides are seriously cracking the code. Oliver White, owner of Abaco Lodge, had a nice fight with decent permit on the outer edge of marls. Blackfly Lodge had a couple of good sized permit caught in the last month: One angler’s first permit was 25 pounds and another angler landed an astounding 38 pound permit.

    Blackfly anglers might have the permit bug, but there is more than just permit. Mac Haskell joined the 10 lb bonefish club and landed his first tarpon.

    Just south of the Bahamas, South Caicos produced exceptional bonefishing this season. Mike Rietbrock and his group found lots of fish over 6 pounds, and few pushing double digits. John Potter and his group barely made it to Beyond the Blue due to a snow storm, but were rewarded with several fish over 10 pounds. What makes these big fish special is that the fishing is 100% wading and mostly unguided. Click or Tap here for more information on wading for bonefish.

    Speaking of wading destinations, Grey’s Point Bonefish Inn on Acklins is the best in the Bahamas. Click or tap here for John Fraizer’s article that appeared in the last issue of Fly Fishing in Saltwaters (be patient while it loads….it’s worth the wait).

    Blackfly Lodge, Abaco Island

    April 10 – 13 – 2 rods
    May 10 – 13 – 2 rods
    June 12 – 20 – 2 rods
    June 21 – 27 – 6 rods
    June 29 – July 7 – 8 rods
    July 6 – 20 – 8 rods
    July 21 – 25 – 4 rods
    July 26 – 30 – 2 rods

    Abaco Lodge, Marls, Abaco Island

    March 6-10 (4/3) – 6 rods
    March 18-23 (5/4) – 2 rods
    April 28 May 3 (5/4) – 2 rods
    May 8-12 (4/3) – 4 rods
    June 14-20 (6/5) – 10 rods

    North Riding Point Club, Grand Bahama

    March 21 – 25 – 6 rods
    April 7 – 14 – 6 rods
    April 14 – 21 – 4 rods
    May 4 – 8 – 6 rods
    May 23 -30 – 12 rods
    June 1 – 5 – 8 rods
    June 14 – 30 WIDE OPEN!

    Grey’s Point Inn, Acklins Island

    March 22 -29 – 10 rods
    March 29 – April 5 – 10 rods
    April 12 – 19 – 6 rods
    April 26 – May 3 – 6 rods
    May 3 – 10 – 6 rods
    May 17 – 24 – 8 rods
    May 24 – 31 – 10 rods

  • Openings on THE WEEK for Salmon Fishing on the Gaspe, the Miramichi, and Iceland

    Openings on THE WEEK for Salmon Fishing on the Gaspe, the Miramichi, and Iceland

    Camp Brûlé – Prime Time Atlantic salmon – Last Week of June

    Due to a cancellation, two rods have just come available for the week of June 24 – July 1 (Tuesday to Tuesday) at Camp Brûlé on the Petite Cascapedia River. Brûlé fishes three of the best rivers in Quebec: the Petite, the Grand Cascapedia and the Bonaventure. Those acquainted with these great rivers will tell you the last week in June is THE WEEK – Best of the Season – period! This is a week that’s usually passed down father to son or friend to friend. This is a rare opportunity and will not last long! Call 800-628-1447 or 860-434-9624 today.
    The Maritime Mountains are enjoying the heaviest snowpack in years and excellent water levels are expected throughout the summer. With the best exchange rate in recent years, Americans are enjoying about a 10% discount, making 2014 a good bet for a Canadian salmon trip!

    More Prime Time Openings: GaspeNew BrunswickIceland

    Camp Bonaventure has just 2 rods open for a great week, July 10 – 16. This is a superb dry fly / sight fishing week on the beautiful Bonnie, renowned as one of the world’s clearest rivers. There are also a few slots available later in July for shorter packages, and just two rods open during the prime fall fishing weeks of September 1 – 7 and September 14 – 21.

    Country Haven Lodge on the Miramichi has rods available the week of July 13, and the full moon tides of July 12 should bring an excellent push of fresh fish! Further upriver, Wilson’s Sporting Camps has a few rods available the week of July 20 when that full moon push should be up to Wilson’s pools! Wilson’s also has 2 rods open for the third week in September, historically considered one of the best weeks for the fall run.

    There are still rods available during August. While historically thought of as a bit risky, consider the fact that the Miramichi has seen the best fishing of the season during the month of August in 5 of the last 10 years.

    For those looking farther afield, the beautiful country of Iceland has some of the world’s best salmon fishing. The East Rangá, one of the country’s top producing rivers (nearly 5,000 salmon to 18 rods in 2013) still has a couple rods open for a prime time 3-day slot July 21 – 24. And the Blanda, one of the north coast’s best big fish rivers has an excellent slot available on the infamous “Beat 1”, July 30 – August 3 (4-days fishing). These are full service, luxury lodge packages, but for economy minded anglers, we can also arrange “self catered” fishing (either guided or unguided) on some excellent rivers both north and south. Combination trips can be arranged. Please call for details.

    Even More Atlantic salmon Space – Hosted Weeks. Call for details or to confirm your spot.

    Brûlé Spey School – noted Atlantic salmon authority, Spey caster extraordinaire and author of the highly acclaimed “Atlantic Salmon Magic”, Topher Browne will be hosting a Spey School at Camp Brûlé the week of July 27 – August 3, and there are still a few rods available.

    Master reel maker, William Olson will host a 4 night/3 day trip August 3rd – 7th to Camp Brûlé. Olson’s beautiful serpentine handle reels have been compared with such classics as Bogdans and Vom Hofes. The Petite is the coldest river on the Gaspé and frequently fishes very well deep into August.

    The Petite Cascapedia hosts a good run of big males in late September and west coast steelhead guide, Brian Chou will be at Camp Brûlé teaching his cold water steelhead Spey techniques September 20th – 25th and world renowned painter and noted salmon angler, Galen Mercer will be capturing the spectacular fall colors along this beautiful river the final week of the season.

    Salmon Lodge on the Grand Cascapedia has an opening for just 1 rod during Henrik Mortensen’s hosted week, August 10th – 17th. Henrik is widely acclaimed throughout Europe as the Master of Scandinavian Underhand casting. Beginners and advanced Spey casters will benefit from his knowledge, and The Salmon Lodge has access to some incredible water (C sector) during the month of August.

  • Red Pine Mountain Lodge – Prime Week Openings 2004

    Red Pine Mountain Lodge – Prime Week Openings 2004

    Dear Angler,
    For the past 18 years, we’ve had the distinct pleasure of booking one of Atlantic Canada’s premier salmon camps, Red Pine Mountain Lodge on the incomparable Restigouche River.   Peak weeks of the season are typically rebooked year after year.  However, on occasion, prime weeks do become available, as is the case for the 2004 season.  We’re delighted to offer our Newsletter subscribers first opportunity for these weeks.

    July 4th – 11th, 2004:
    Historically, this is the single best week of the season for numbers of fish.  The grilse run is well under way, but still many large salmon are coming into the river.  The grilse to salmon ratio is approximately 1 to 1.

    July 11th – 18th, 2004:
    Also a highly productive week (some years the catch will exceed that of the July 4th week).  Grilse to salmon ratio is approximately 2 to 1, but still opportunities for large salmon (we’ve taken 30 pounders during this week).

    May 30th – June 6th, 2004:
    This week is for the trophy angler.   The average salmon landed is approximately 24 pounds, and fish over 40 pounds are an ever present possibility.

    Red Pine Mountain Lodge, a classic 1920’s cedar and pine camp, is ideally located in the valley of the Restigouche river, a peaceful area of stunning  natural beauty. The camp offers five miles of private water flanked by lush green mountains.

    The Restigouche River’s unique strain of wild Atlantic salmon is among the world’s largest and most powerful. These bright, fresh-run fish often exceed 30 pounds, and many over 40 pounds are released each year.

    Fishing at Red Pine is in the traditional Gaspé manner from 26-foot Cedarwood canoes, each with an experienced guide and two anglers. The fishing sessions rotate no more than five boats through lengthy stretches of private water.

    “Red Pine has lovely water on what is, of course, one of the world’s most storied salmon rivers. Beats are ample and the fishing days fine-tuned as if by magic to prevailing conditions…. Nowhere in North America have I experienced a better-run operation than Red Pine.”
    (Art Lee, Atlantic Salmon Journal, Spring 2003)

    Perched on a bank overlooking the river, the main lodge is fronted by a full-length screened veranda and houses a communal great room with matching fieldstone fireplaces at either end. A full complement of sumptuous meals are prepared and served here daily.

    The five immaculate guest cabins are adjacent to the main lodge and connected by a covered porch. The comfortable rooms each have a private bathroom and shower, full electric service and a wood-burning stove.

    Daily maid service is provided. The grounds and surrounding buildings are impeccably maintained by the friendly and accommodating household staff.

    Red Pine Mountain Lodge is one of the few camps that offers an opportunity for serious anglers to book time on this remarkable river.

    For reservations or more information, contact Doug Schlink.

  • Top Wading Destinations for “Shallow Minded” Anglers: Bahamas, Seychelles, Mauritius, Belize, Venezuela and more

    Top Wading Destinations for “Shallow Minded” Anglers: Bahamas, Seychelles, Mauritius, Belize, Venezuela and more

    Are you “shallow minded?” Have you been known to carry carpenter’s knee pads, or snow shoes on your bonefishing trips? We love to wade for bonefish and the skinnier the water, the better. So where’s the best place to get your feet wet, and little else? Here’s a quick list of our favorite wading destinations and how they rank. Click on the links below for more information on each lodge or destination.

    Bahamas

    Grey’s Point Inn – 99% wading: Grey’s Point on Acklins Island is the winner in the Bahamas as virtually all bonefishing is by wading, much of this in water only 3 – 6 inches deep!

    Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge – 85% wading: Mars Bay is a close second to GPI. MBBL is furthest south and closest to the vast wading flats of South Andros. Except for high spring tides, you’re walkin’!

    Bair’s Lodge & Andros South – 80% wading: Located further north on south Andros, these lodges also fish Deep and Little Creeks which have a mix of wading and skiff fishing.

    Rickmon Bonefish Lodge & Blackfly – 75% wading: The flats of southern Abaco, Mores Island and Gorda Cay are mostly firm, beautiful wading flats. For the guy who prefers to wade, you can expect to spend most of your fishing time on foot.

    North Andros Fly Fishing – 75% wading: North Andros and The Joulter Cays sport beautiful, white sand wading flats with some impressive size bones and occasionally permit too!

    Seychelles

    Alphonse Island Fishing Company – 95% wading. With exclusive access to the famed St. Francois Lagoon, as well as the flats of Alphonse Island and Bijoutier, AIFC is one of the world’s top wading destinations for bonefish and a myriad of other species, including Giant Trevally and milkfish.

    Farquhar Atoll – 90% wading. This southernmost atoll in the Seychelles chain offers astounding wade fishing for more than 10 species, including above average size bones, Giant Trevally, Indo-Pacific Permit, Trigger Fish and a myriad of other exotic species.

    Mauritius

    St. Brandon’s Atoll onboard the MY Gryphon Mothership – 99% wading. Quite possibly the #1 wading destination for trophy size bones and an exotic mix including Indo-Pacific permit, 5 species of trevally including Giant Trevally to over 100 pounds! Not for the faint of heart!

    Belize

    Turneffe Flats Resort – 90% wading: The Turneffe Atoll is famed for minimal tidal fluctuation and tailing fish all day long. The only skiff fishing is for permit in the lagoon or tarpon in the creeks.

    Tarpon Caye Lodge – 90% wading: For permit! The infamous flats of Permit Alley where you can stalk tailing permit on foot!

    Venezuela

    Sight Cast Los Roques: – 100% wading: Perhaps the premier bonefishing wade fishery in the northern hemisphere, the atoll of Los Roques features tailing bones on the unique, challenging but bewitching “Pancake Flats”.

    Turks & Caicos

    Beyond the Blue Bonefishing – 90% wading. Another unique fishery, the flats of South Caicos are accessed by airboat. Once the fish are located, anglers disembark and wade or use paddle boards, unguided, to stalk the schools.

    Christmas Island

    Capt. Cook Hotel – 99% wading. While perhaps not as prolific as it once was, Christmas Island remains one of the premier wading destinations for anglers seeking good numbers of medium sized bonefish.

    Want to know more about wading, or looking for a great read?

    “Thinking Outside the Boat”

    by John Frazier, editor of Fly Fishing in Salt Waters

    (This large file may take 30 – 60 seconds to download, but it’s well worth the wait!)

    Ask the Wading Experts

    Want help picking the best wading destination for your next trip? Call or email.

  • Thinking Outside the Boat: Wading for Bonefish in Bahamas on the Flats

    Thinking Outside the Boat: Wading for Bonefish in Bahamas on the Flats

    “The challenge and rewards of sight-fishing for bonefish with fly tackle increase greatly once you step outside the boat and pursue them on foot. Wading for bonefish provides every textbook fly fishing scenario imaginable. Virtually every bonefishing destination offers wading opportunities, but there’s one Bahamian island in particular that’s home to a true mom-and-pop lodge that specifically caters to those who want to experience bonefishing in its purist form – Acklins Island, home of Grey’s Point Bonefish Inn.” – John Frazier

    Wading puts you in the bonefish’s environment. It allows you to get close to the fish. It provides the opportunity to approach fish down wind. Two anglers can fish at the same time. It’s good exercise. It enables you to fish water too shallow for a boat. Sometimes it’s easier to catch fish on foot, sometimes it’s harder. Regardless, there’s a lot of satisfaction to tracking down your prey on foot

    In his fascinating article in the November / December issue of Fly Fishing in Salt Waters entitled, “Thinking Outside the Boat”, Editor John Frazier refers to his wading experiences as Grey’s Point Bonefish Inn, Acklins Island, Bahamas, as a “religious experience”.

    If you’d like to add a little religion to your favorite sport, click all the links below!

  • FlyCastaway Videos of St. Brandon’s and Faquhar Atolls

    St. Brandon’s Atoll

    Farquhar Atoll

    GT Teaser – Farquhar

    Triggerfishing Farquhar

  • Exciting News from North Riding Point Club and Turneffe Flats Resort

    Tim Comstock & Mercedes Kornfeld have been hired as the General Managers at Turneffe Flats Resort in Belize, effective October 1st, 2013. For the past 6 years, Tim & Mercedes managed North Riding Point Club on Grand Bahama Island. No strangers to saltwater, they spent the majority of their careers running luxury charter yachts in the Caribbean; Tim as captain and Mercedes as chef. They are warm and welcoming hosts, eminently qualified, and well liked by the 100’s of traveling anglers they’ve served.

    Turneffe Flats owner Craig Hayes said, “We are extremely pleased to have Tim Comstock and Mercedes Kornfeld join our management team this fall as General Managers. They bring a wealth of experience and we are confident that they will be a great addition to the Turneffe Flats team.”

    Save $575 per angler at Turneffe Flats through December 21st, 2013. Fishing Package (7 Nights/6 Days) $2,853.20 per angler/ double occupancy. Normally $3,428.25.

    Click here for rates and more information on Turneffe Flats Resort.

    Replacing Tim and Mercedes at North Riding Point Club (NRPC) is veteran lodge manager Paul Adams. Originally from Indiana, Paul was raised in the Bahamas, while his parents managed Deep Water Cay from 1976 – 1984. Paul attended school in McLeans Town, where he became friends with many of the famous Grand Bahama Guides, including NRPC head guide, Stanley Glinton, who taught Paul how to pole a skiff. Paul’s fly fishing instructor at an early age was none other than well known sportsman and author, AJ McClane. Paul and his wife Alison also managed Deep Water Cay for 8 years, from 1996 – 2004. Paul’s local knowledge, hands on management style and angling experience make him the perfect choice for this position.

    There is still some great fall space at North Riding Point Club.
    October 14 – 23, 2013
    October 30 – November 20, 2013
    December 1 – 14, 2013

    Book a trip any of these dates and you’re guaranteed to fish from one of the lodge’s new Hell’s Bay Marquesas Skiffs, plus groups of 4 anglers will be upgraded to the “Founder’s Cottage” at no additional charge (a value of $175 per night).

    Click here for rates and more information on North Riding Point Club.

    Our Services Are Free

  • Fly Fishing New Zealand with Poronui Manager Eve Reilly

    Fly Fishing New Zealand with Poronui Manager Eve Reilly

    The Compleat Angler and Angler Adventures present “An Evening with Eve Reilly”. Eve celebrates managing the legendary Poronui Sporting Lodge for 20 years. Poronui, remotely located in the central part of the North Island of New Zealand, was recently voted by Forbes Magazine as one of the top 10 fly fishing destinations in the world, with a team of professional guides and convenient access to many of New Zealand’s best quality fishing waters.

    Join Eve Reilly and Judy Hall for a spectacular visual presentation and to hear Eve’s masterful stories of the wily brown and rainbow trout fishing in the North Island (the ones that got away and the ones that didn’t). Judy and Eve are both keen fly fishers and outdoor enthusiasts. Please join us Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the Compleat Angler’s new location, 541 Post Road, Darien, CT, 7:00 PM.

    We will have some nice door prizes, as well as offering anyone at the presentation who books a minimum 6-night/5-day fishing package at Poronui Sporting Lodge from October 1 – December 31, 2013 a substantial discount only available through Angler Adventures.

    Come see and hear what it’s like to trout fish this magical country. Click here for more information on Poronui.

    Call or email The Compleat Angler or Angler Adventures to reserve a spot, seating is limited.

    Angler Adventures800-628-1447 (860-434-9624); Judy@angleradventures.com

    The Compleat Angler: 203-655-9400; compleatangler@optonline.net

    Our Services Are Free

  • Southwest Montana: Trout Fishing, Travel Credit, Private Water & Getting the Band Back Together

    Southwest Montana: Trout Fishing, Travel Credit, Private Water & Getting the Band Back Together

    Southwest Montana, particularly the area around Butte & Bozeman, holds some of our favorite trout fishing in the United States and there are healthy freestone rivers and tailwaters being fed by cool runoff from the Rockies. There’s an incredible number of spring creeks and meadow streams full of big trout. In addition to the great fishing, there are a few lodges that go above and beyond on a regular basis. Want to know why we love Southwest Montana – visit one these lodges this summer and find out.

    Healing Waters – Great Access to Private Water

    Healing Waters is our newest operation in Southwest Montana. The lodge is steeped in Montana tradition, co-owner Greg Lilly is the son of Bud Lilly, owner of Bud Lilly’s Trout Shop in West Yellowstone. Healing Waters has a laundry list of top notch rivers, streams, creeks, sloughs, and still waters; some are reserved for exclusive use of Healing Waters clients. Click here to learn more about Healing Waters.

    Five Rivers Lodge – Travel Credit

    Five Rivers has been a favorite of ours for quiet some time. There is a plethora of blue ribbon trout rivers within 30 minutes drive from the lodge – enough water that you could stay for an entire month and never fish the same stretch twice. Five Rivers reports ideal water conditions and snow pack for the 2013 season. Five Rivers is offering a TRAVEL CREDIT when you book your trip. Click here to find out how to earn your travel credit.

    Complete Fly Fisher – Getting the Band Back Together

    After selling the Compete Fly Fisher 7 years ago, Dave Decker and his wife Christine have repurchased the lodge and are investing in renovations and refurbishments to bring the lodge back to its past prominence. From buying new luxury bedding to expanding the guest cabins, the Deckers are making the place sparkle. Click here to read more about the Complete Fly Fisher.

  • New Upgrades at an Old Favorite: Pesca Maya, Ascension Bay, Mexico

    New Upgrades at an Old Favorite: Pesca Maya, Ascension Bay, Mexico

    Angler Adventure’s Doug Schlink visited Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge 18 years ago when the lodge first opened. While the accommodations were basic (okay “rustic”), the food was wonderful, the hospitality cordial, the guides excellent, the fishing terrific, all at a modest price. It became one of our favorites. Over the years, accommodations were upgraded, but the major renovations and new construction of recent months have elevated Pesca Maya to one of the nicest lodges in the Yucatan.

    Click Here to read more about what’s new at Pesca Maya.

    New Palapa at Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge, Mexico

    New 5,000 sq. ft. “Palapa”, dining room, bar/lounge, fly shop and more
    Upgraded Accommodations, 8 spacious ocean view guest rooms with queen beds, private balconies in the beautiful Casa Seaclusion and Casa Robinson.
    New Pesca Maya Spa with hot tub, sauna, massages and more
    New top of the line tackle & upgrades to boats and motors

    World’s Greatest “Grand Slam” Fishery!

    Pesca Maya is situated on the Yucatan’s Ascension Bay, one of the world’s greatest flat’s fisheries and certainly one of the best for those seeking a “Grand Slam” – a Bonefish, Tarpon and Permit on the fly in one day. Hundreds of Slams have been achieved in Ascension Bay. Bones, permit and juvenile tarpon are available year round as are snook, jack creavlle, barracuda, ladyfish and more. The larger migratory tarpon are present from April to November, with late spring and summer offering the best opportunities for big “poons”.

    Pesca Maya continues to be one of the best values in Caribbean lodges, and is even better during the summer and fall months. From June 15th – October, lodge rates are discounted by 20%, and from November 1st – February (excepting Christmas) there is a 10% discount. As summer and fall offer some of the best fishing of the year, this is a great time to go at a bargain price! Click here for Pesca Maya Rates.

    Angler Advenures’ Flats Fishing What to Bring List

  • Check out our guide on fishing the flats of the Bahamas and Caribbean

    Check out our guide on fishing the flats of the Bahamas and Caribbean

    Our flats fishing “what to bring list” has always been a source of pride here at Angler Adventures. It’s a way of sharing 28 years of experience testing tackle, flies and techniques, weeding out what doesn’t work and highlighting what does.

    We’ve updated and expanded it, adding links to new pages with photos and graphics to help visualize fish spotting, strip sets, the casting clock, etc. We’ve added tips on fishing weedless flies, types of hooks and proper release techniques. It’s worth reading before your next trip south.

    School of actively feeding bonefish, some with their heads in the sand!

    Highlights

    “We’ve expanded our “list” with suggestions and tips to help you understand not only what to bring, but why to bring it.”

    “Essential Tackle when wading includes: Pliers, hook sharpening file, box of flies, extra leader material, and water.”

    “One of the biggest mistakes is to not adjust your fly to changing water depths. Your fly should be weighted so that it sinks to the bottom quickly and stays near the bottom when you strip. A good rule of thumb is that your fly should reach the bottom in about 3 seconds.”

    “When a bonefish takes the fly, you will feel resistance with your line hand as you begin the “strip” part of the retrieve. Normally this gradual pulling against the resistance is all you need to set the hook. Avoid setting the hook with the rod.”

    “You must go light in skinny water, meaning no weight other than the hook.”

    “The most common mistake is to take too many false casts…no more than 4.”

    Tips

    “Bonefish like crabs just as much as permit.”

    “The most important thing you can do before casting is to stretch your fly line”

    “Cast very close to a tailing fish, as he is focusing on a small area.”

    “The investment of a $70 – $80 on a new fly line is one of your best investments prior to an important trip.”

    “Many anglers use too thin or too light a tippet. We recommend the strongest tippet practical for the situation.”

    “Every time you tie on a fly, test the knot strength before fishing! Be sure to check your hook point after catching a fish and keep it sharp!”

    “A dropping fly will invariably result in a take from a fish. If he goes nose down, tail up, he’s taking your fly!”

    “Check your leader regularly for wind knots or abrasion and replace if worn or weakened.”

    TEST YOUR KNOTS. More fish are lost due to leader or knot failure than any other reason.”

  • How to Insure Yourself for Travel to the Best Fishing Destinations in the World

    How to Insure Yourself for Travel to the Best Fishing Destinations in the World

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    In 28 years of selling travel insurance, we’re fortunate to say, our clients have never had to use “Global Rescue”, or “Emergency Medical Evacuation”, as it is also referred to.

    On the other hand, we’ve had hundreds of clients who were forced to cancel trips at a point when their payments were no longer refundable. You need to insure yourself against both risks.

    St. Brandon’s Atoll, Mauritius. 36 Hours from the nearest hospital. 3 days from home.

    Global Rescue is not an insurance company. It provides one service (Emergency Evacuation). Given this area of concentration, they are experts. However, it’s in the best interest of clients to have broader coverage.

    Travelex is an insurance company that incorporates “emergency medical evacuation” into a comprehensive travel insurance package, which includes trip cancellation, trip interruption, trip delay and a dozen other areas of coverage.

    If you strip the Emergency Medical Evacuation out of the Travelex product, the cost of that component alone is similar in price to Global Rescue. But, there’s still an important difference.

    Travelex will not only get you out of the location you need to evacuate, they will pay for hospitalization at the nearest hospital or any hospital en route. They also reimburse you for the unused portion of your trip. Global Rescue only covers the evacuation, the advice and assistance of medical staff, and the services of critical care paramedics on the flight itself. Global Rescue does not pay for hospital costs.

    Conclusion:

    1. Trip cancellation insurance is the most necessary and commonly used travel insurance by far. Everyone should have this coverage.
    2. Travelex includes trip cancellation, emergency medical evacuation, and a dozen other coverages in the same policy.
    3. If you’ve already purchased Global Rescue for evacuation, you should piggy back that coverage with Travelex to get the complete package.

    Angler Adventures is licensed to sell travel insurance and is an agent for both Travelex and Global Rescue.

    Why Buy Travel Insurance? Click Here.

    Interested in Global Rescue? Click Here.

  • Prime Time Space, Deals & Discounts, and Fly Fishing Travel News: Bahamas, Mexcio, Seychelles, and St. Brandon’s Atoll

    Black Fly Lodge

    The new Black Fly Lodge (photo right) opened March 1, 2013 with a capacity of 8 anglers in single rooms. Located in Schooner Bay, Abaco, the lodge overlooks the picturesque habour that is the center piece of this “community” development by Lindroth Development Corp. Black Fly has 4 new 18-foot East Cape, custom skiffs to compliment their new digs. Click here for rates and info.

    Open Dates: March 10 – April 6 (1 – 3 rooms); April 14 – 20(4 rooms); April 28 – May 4 (2 rooms); May 12 – June 1 (2 – 8 rooms); June 9 – 22 (8 rooms)

    North Riding Point Club

    North Riding Point Club (NRPC) has acquired 5 new 17-foot Hells Bay Marquesa Skiffs with 90 HP Yamaha 4-stroke outboards and new trailers. Also added to the fleet is a new GMC Yukon SUV. The boats are equipped with padded seats, leaning bar and power poles. The Hells Bay skiffs have been in use for over a month and clients and guides alike are raving about the comfort and speed, especially when making the run to Sale Cay. Click here for more info.

    Open Dates: (Call for Additional Dates)
    April 28 – May 1, 4 rods, $2,500 per person (pp)
    May 6 – 13, 4 rods, $5,340 pp

    Bair’s, Rickmon, Tranquility & Pesca Maya Complete Renovations

    Bair’s Lodge

    Bair’s Lodge spent January 2013 doing a major lodge renovation and boat restoration. All 6 dolphin skiffs have been reglassed top to bottom, as well as having all the seats and cushions replaced, new hardware, wiring, fuel tanks, lines and filters installed. Also installed were jack plates, so they can run in shallower water, and trim tabs.

    The kitchen has been expanded and remodeled. A sitting area was added adjacent to the bar. The retail shop has been upgraded. There is now a desk with a computer for guest use. The fly tying table and supplies have been upgraded. Bair’s is also in the process of finishing a common bathroom, so guests don’t have to go back to their rooms to use the bathroom. Click here for more info.

    Open Dates: March 24 – 30, 4 rods, $4,395 pp and March 30 – April 3, 8 rods, $3,095 pp

    Rickmon Bonefish Lodge

    Rickmon has upgraded each of their 11 previously double rooms to single occupancy. The new configuration cuts the maximum number of anglers in half. More space and fewer anglers! Great fishing, experienced guides, remote location, and a single room. Click here for more info.

    Open Dates: April 8 – 14, $3,000 pp and May 1 – 8, $3,520 pp and May 24 – 31, $3,520 pp. Single Room / Shared Guide.

    Pesca Maya

    Pesca Maya is in the final stages of a major renovation which will make it among the nicest lodges in the Yucatan and Belize. The centerpiece is the massive, 5,000 sq ft traditional, ocean front Mayan “Palapa”, which houses the kitchen, dining area, bar and lounge, the fly shop and a well stocked fly tying area. The kitchen will open next week and the palapa will be completed March 15. Click here for more info.

    Open Dates: April 14 – 20, $3,065 pp and April 27 – May 4, $3,575 pp and May 11 – 18, $3,575 pp. New Palapa Special: Take 20% off the rates listed for each of these openings.

    Tranquility Hill

    Tranquility Hill has upgraded and “resized” the lodge. The new configuration reduced the number of rooms to 5 spacious double rooms, each with 2 double beds, and 3 slightly smaller single rooms with double beds. Each room has a new couch/sitting area with 32 inch flat screen TV, small refrigerator, coffee maker and new quiet AC units. Also added is a brand new “Cottage” with 2 double bedrooms, common sitting area and kitchenette, for groups of 4 anglers. Outside is a new rod rack/ washing station with a rigging area. Click here for more info.

    Single Room Deal

    Tranquility Hill is also offering single rooms at a bargain price plus a free trip with a 12-pound Bone!
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    Open Dates: (Call for Additional Dates)
    March 16 – 23, $2,995 pp
    April 6 – 13, $2,995 pp
    May 11 – 18, $2,995 pp
    • Single Rooms (no sleepless nights with your snoring buddies)
    • 7-nights / 6-days fishing is $2,995 per person
    • 4-night / 3-day rate is $1,665 per person
    • Free return trip if you catch a 12-pound bonefish on the fly

    Available exclusively through Angler Adventures for 2013.

    Bahamas · Belize · Venezuela · Mexico · Seychelles · St. Brandons

    Abaco Lodge, Bahamas

    March 22 – 27, 2 rods, $3,825 pp
    April 6 – 13, 7 rods, $5,150 pp

    Grey’s Point Inn, Bahamas

    April 3 – 10, 6 rods, $3,250 pp
    April 27 – May 1, 4 rods, $3,250 pp

    Farquhar, Seychelles

    April 13 – 20, 3 rods, $7,500 pp
    May 4 – 11, 4 rods, $7,500 pp

    Sight Cast, Los Roques, Venezuela

    April 1 – 6, $3,290 pp
    May 11 – 18, $4,250 pp

    Mars Bay Lodge, South Andros

    April 13 – 20, 2 rods, $3,650 pp
    April 26 – May 3, $3,650 pp – Exclusive use with 6 rods

    Pleasant Bay Lodge, South Andros

    March 9 – 16, 4 rods, $3,300 pp
    April 18 – 25, 4 rods, $3,300 pp
    May 1 – 5, 4 rods, $1,650 pp

    St. Brandon’s, Mauritius

    April 20 – 29, 2 or 4 rods, 6,700 Euro pp – Permit Tides!
    May 13 – 22, 2 rods, 6,700 Euro pp

    Turneffe Flats Resort, Belize

    March 16 – 23, $2,849.33 pp (with 2 anglers)

    This is only a partial listing of available dates. Call or email for additional space or deals.

    Space availability subject to change (call for updates). The dates & prices published are per person and based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared boat / guide daily. Please call for more information.

    Hosted Trip to Grey’s Point Inn, Acklins

    Join Doug Schlink of Angler Adventures and John Frazier of Fly Fishing in Saltwater magazine at Grey’s Point Bonefish Inn, May 4 – 11, 6 rods available, $3,250 pp.

    New & Improved “What to Bring List”

    What you bring on a fishing trip is almost as important as where you go. Look for our newsletter on tackle, flies, leaders, and techniques for fishing the flats, coming to your inbox in early March.

  • Discounted fishing trips to start 2013 off right

    Discounted fishing trips to start 2013 off right

    Tranquility Hill Fishing Lodge, Andros, Bahamas
    Exclusive deal extended into 2013! FREE upgrade to single Rooms (no sleepless nights with your snoring buddies),l FREE return trip if you catch a 12-pound bonefish on the fly, and a Special Rate for 7-nights / 6-days fishing ($2,995 per person). Click here for prices on shorter trips.

    Abaco Lodge, Abaco, Bahamas
    25% off due to a last minute cancellation, February 2 – 7, 2013. Single rooms. Direct access to Marls of Abaco. Thousands of Bonefish at your doorstep. Hells Bay Skiffs. Normal Price: $3,825. Angler Adventures Exclusive: $2,868.75.

    Bair’s Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas
    Father and Son/Daughter Special. Dad pays the standard rate and the son/daughter comes at 50% off. Good for February 2 – 7, 2013; February 4 – 9, 2013, February 11 – 16, 2013 or March 3 – 8, 2013.

    Pesca Maya, Yucatan, Mexico
    January 4 – February 18, 2013: 10% discount off the standard rates. A 7-night/ 6-day cost: $3575 (-$715) = $2,800 per person, double. Call for details.

    Bair’s Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas
    25% off due to a last minute cancellation, February 14 – 19, 2013. Beachfront accommodations. Access to the southern tip and southwest Andros. Gorgeous wading flats. Normal Price: $3,825. Angler Adventures Exclusive: $2,868.75.

    Alphonse Island Resort, Seychelles
    FREE return trip for any angler that lands a “Golden Slam” (Bonefish, Permit, Milkfish, Giant Trevally and a Triggerfsih in the same day). Trip value is $6,200.

    Turneffe Flats, Belize
    25% off for the weeks of January 12 – 19, 2013 and January 19 – 26, 2012. Normal Price: $3,590 + tax. Angler Adventures Exclusive: $2,692.50 + tax.

    Paloma River Lodge, Chile
    20% off February 2 – 9, 2013 and February 17 – 24, 2013, THE PEAK MONTH! Normal Price: $3,250. Angler Adventures Exclusive: $2,600.

    We’ve added a new page to our website just for deals, discounts, specials, and promotions. Click here to check it out!

    Space availability subject to change (call for updates). The dates & discounts published are not the only specials available. Please call for more information.

  • Beyond the Blue Bonefishing in South Caicos Island, Turks and Caicos offers a hidden hot spot for bonefishing

    Beyond the Blue Bonefishing in South Caicos Island, Turks and Caicos offers a hidden hot spot for bonefishing

    Turks & Caicos is a fraction of the size of the Bahamas, but it’s still an immense fishery with just one bonefish lodge, Beyond the Blue Bonefish Charters in South Caicos. Less than 140 anglers fish here annually. When you cover mile upon mile of its gorgeous, shallow flats by airboat and never see a “prop scar”, you realize no one else fishes here.

    It’s all wading. There are no skiffs. Your only form of transportation on the water is a 24 foot airboat powered by a 454 Chevy engine or one of 4 paddleboards. The bonefish can be ridiculously plentiful at times, aggressive, and relatively easy to catch. But, this is not a destination for beginners. There is no one on one guiding. You must enjoy wading and spotting bonefish on your own.

    The rewards are, you’ll have the chance to catch both numbers and size. Bonefish schools numbering in the 100’s are a common sight. So are 5-10 pound fish, which can appear out of nowhere, anytime.

    Fish are generally spotted from the perch of the airboat at 25 mph. Stop. Get out and fish. Amazing. Although the big Chevy cranks out big noise (head phones are provided), the noise is generated above the water, not in the water, and doesn’t spook the fish as much as you might expect. The paddleboards are perfect for penetrating the mangroves at higher tides and they allow you to cover more ground. Wind is not an issue as long as you fish downwind with the sun at your back.

    Client Quotes

    “By far the best bonefishing of my life”. Charlie M

    “Last day was great. Lot of fish. I broke one off that was closer to 20 than 10 lbs. Have never seen one even close to that big. Eye was the size of a ping pong ball and he took the fly at my rod tip. Grrr”. Mike R.

    “I’ve never been to the same place twice. This is my 4th trip to South Caicos. This is a very special place. My question was, is it possible to stop the airboat after seeing fish and catch fish. We did it 3 times the first day. Now with the paddleboards, you have 10 times the range you have on foot”. M. Hatter
    Beyond the Blue is open from November through June. For those who love to wade, this place is a “must visit.

  • 2012 Year in Review at Angler Adventures: Best Year Ever

    2012 was our 28th year in operation and we were more prolific than ever, generating 23 e-newsletters – an impressive collection of the world’s top fishing destinations. Let’s take a quick look back.

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    New

    We added Tecka Lodge near Esquel, Argentina, Agua Boa and River Plate Anglers, Brazil to the more than 100 lodges featured on our website.

    We introduced you to “new” species like TigerfishTriggerfish, Indo-Pacific Permit, and Bumphead Parrotfish that are all being caught on the fly.

    Improved

    We expanded and improved the Alaska section of our website.

    Deals

    We promoted deals, like saving $1,500 in Tierra del Fuego.

    We offered you a chance to win a free trip to Tranquility Hill. This is available exclusively though Angler Adventures for 2012 and 2013.

    The Best

    We told you about the best trout fishing float trip in South America, The Chubut River Float.

    Video and Photography

    We introduced the “Gangsters of the Flats” video from Farquhar Atoll, Seychelles. This is must see!

    We published some sensational photography: Trick photo? Nope. This is real.Is that a Salmon or a Submarine?Sea Run Trout on Steroids.; Gin Clear Water & Big Trout.

    Here and There

    We announced the resumption of air travel to Bariloche, Argentina.

    We were visited by Gerhard Laubsher of FlyCastawayEve Reilly of Poronui Ranch, and Alberto Cordero of Fly Fishing Andes.

    Facebook

    We started a Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/angleradventures

    You can access these and other past newsletters by clicking here or at the bottom of www.angleradventures.com for our “Newsletter Archive”.

    Stay tuned for 2013!

  • Unbelievable Atlantic Salmon and Searun Brown Trout Fishing in Canada, Iceland, Russia, Tierra del Fuego

    Unbelievable Atlantic Salmon and Searun Brown Trout Fishing in Canada, Iceland, Russia, Tierra del Fuego

    Anadromous Anonymous – for Those Addicted to the Glorious Pursuit of Atlantic Salmon and Seatrout Around the World

    Are you totally enamored with swinging flies in beautiful rivers for big, bruising salmonids returning from the sea? Here is an up to date list of THE prime space on the world’s very best salmon and searun brown trout rivers.

    Canada – 2013 Availability

    The space listed below is per person, priced in Canadian and does not include GST or provincial taxes. Other dates and shorter stays may be available.

    Camp Brûlé, Petite Cascapédia River 

    Come Celebrate Camp Brulé’s 135th anniversary and enjoy 3.5 miles of private water on the Petite as well as prime water on the Grand Cascapedia and the Bonaventure.

    June 9 – 16, 6-rods, 7-n/6-d, $4,600 Monster early run fish
    July 7 – 14, 2-rods, 7-n/6-d, $5,200 Best All Around Week
    July 14 – 21, 3-rods, 7-n/6-d, $5,200 Prime Dry Fly Week
    July 21 – 28, 3-rods, 7-n/6-d, $5,200 T&T “Bamboo Week”
    September 22 – 29, 6-rods, 7-n/6-d, $5,200 The Petite has the best Fall Run on the Gaspé

    Camp Bonaventure, Bonaventure River

    The Bonnie hosts the largest run on the Gaspé. The camp also provides access to the Petite and the Grand.

    June 6 – 12, 2 rods, 6-n/6-d, $5,255 Big, Tough, Early-Runs
    July 28 – Aug 4, 8-rods, 7-n/7-d, $6,126 Great Dry Fly Fishing
    Sept 8 – 15, 2-rods, 7-n/7-, $6,125 Fall Run – Big fish

    The Salmon Lodge, Grand Cascapédia River 

    The Salmon Lodge now has more exclusive water on this amazing river, home of the largest Atlantic salmon in North America. This camp had four fish over 40 pounds in one week alone in September!

    July 1 – 3, 4-rods, 3-n/3-d, $2,625 Prime Time
    July 4 – 10, 2-rods, 6-n/6-d, $5,255 Prime Time
    July 28 – Aug 4, 8-rods,7-n/7-d, $6,126 Great Dry Fly Fishing
    Sept 15 – 18, 5 rods, 3-n/3-d, $2,625 Peak Fall Run – Big Fish

    Wilsons Sporting Camps, Miramichi River 

    The Wilson family has hosted salmon anglers for over 150 years on the Mother of Canadian Salmon Rivers.

    June 23 – 30, 4 rods, 7-n/6-d, $4200, Early Run Big Fish
    July 7 – 14, 4 rods, 7-n/6-d, $4,200 “Wheelhouse Week”

    Country Haven Lodge, Miramichi River

    July 7 – 14, 2 rods, 7-n/6-d, $3,000 Prime Summer Run Week
    September 23 – 30, 2 rods, 7-n/6-d, $3,000 Best Fall Run Week

    Russia – 2013 Availability

    Rates are per person in US Dollars. Call for details.

    Ryabaga Camp, Ponoi River, Kola Peninsula

    The Ponoi is the most prolific salmon river in the world often producing catch rates of 40 + salmon per rod per week. The season runs from May 18 – October 5. Listed below just the prime June & July dates but please call for other availabilities earlier and later.

    June 1 – 8, 2 rods, 7-n/6-d, $13,990 – Absolute Prime Time
    June 8 – 15, 3rods, 7-n/6 d, $13,990 – Absolute Prime Time
    June 15 – 22, 3 rods, 7-n/6 d, $13,490
    June 22 – 29, 2013, 14 rods, 7-n/6-d, $11,490
    June 29 – July 6, 2012, 10 rods, 7-n/6-d, $9,990

    Iceland – 2013 Availability

    Rates are per full rod in either Euros or US Dollars. Rod sharing is available. Call for details.

    Both the East and West Rangá have been Iceland’s #1 or #2 rivers averaging over 5,000 fish landed each season for the last 12 years! These are absolute killer dates for both rivers!

    West Rangá, South Coast

    July 12 – 17, 5-nights/5-days fishing. € 6,150 EUR
    July 22 – 28, 6-nights/6-days fishing, € 9,140 EUR
    August 10 – 16, 6-nights/6-days fishing, € 9,940 EUR

    East Rangá, South Coast

    July 19 – 25, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, € 8,940 EUR
    August 14 – 20, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, € 8,940 EUR

    Langá á Mýrum, West Coast

    A classic single handed rod, small fly technical salmon river which is normally high on Iceland’s Top 10 List

    July 18-24th – 4 rods 6 days $13,000 USD
    July 24-30th – 4 rods 6 days $12,375 USD
    Aug 1-5th – 6 rods 4 days $8,330 USD

    Norðurá, West Coast

    June 21-27 – 6 rods 6 days $9,875 USD
    June 30-July 3rd – 4 rods 3 days $7,125 USD
    July 24-30th – 6 rods 6 days $11,240 USD
    Aug 2nd – Aug 8th – 8 rods 8,600 USD

    Miðfjarðará, North Coast

    The “Jewel” of the north coast, this beautiful river is one of Iceland’s best with annual catches sometimes exceeding 4000 fish and produces many large MSW fish as well. Call for availability.

    There are also some openings on the BlandaViðidalsá, Hitará, Laxá in Dõlum and the famous Nes beat on Laxá in Aðaldal. Please call for more information.

    Can’t Wait for Summer to Scratch that Anadromous Itch?

    There’s still some great searun brown trout space available this winter / spring that’ll hold you over until the Atlantic salmon season opens in June.

    Tierra del Fuego, Argentina – 2013 Availability

    Kau Taupen, Rio Grande River
    Jan 5 – 12, 2 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    Jan 26 – Feb 2, 1 Rod for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    Feb 2 – 9, 4 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    Feb 23 – March 2, 4 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    March 9 – 16, 4 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250

    Villa Maria, Rio Grande River
    March 22 – 29, 2 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    March 29 – April 5, 6 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250
    April 5 – 12, 6 Rods for 7 nights/6 days fishing, $7,250

  • Chile’s Best Trout Fishing: from the Pampas to the Rain Forest

    Chile’s Best Trout Fishing: from the Pampas to the Rain Forest

    Angler Adventures has put together a special week long fishing program with two of Chile’s best fly fishing lodges: Cinco Rios Chile and Estancia del Zorro for just $3,975 per person. The program gives access to the best water each lodge has to offer and exposure to the diverse Chilean landscape. You’ll fish the meandering Spring Creeks at the Estancia del Zorro and the famous rivers surrounding the Coyhaique and Paloma Valleys.

    Space for 12 is available the week of February 23 to March 2, 2013, which is a prime week for trout fishing in Chile. You’ll get 3-nights at Estancia del Zorro and 4-nights at Cinco Rios, giving you access to the following world-class trout fisheries:

    • Zorro Spring Creek
    • Mayo Spring Creek (Argentina)
    • Ñirehuao River
    • Mañihuales River
    • Simpson River
    • Paloma River
    • Petragosa River
    • Coyhaique River
    • Aysen River
    • Blanco River Deseques River
    • Pica Flora River
    • Emporer Guillermo
    • Humeles River
    • Azul River
    • Mogote River
    • Pollux Lake
    • Frio Lake
    • Castor Lake
    • Elizalde Lake/Outlet

    Click for rates or more information on Cinco Rios Chile or Estancia del Zorro.

  • It’s time to book Summer 2013 for the best dates and BIG fish in Alaska

    It’s time to book Summer 2013 for the best dates and BIG fish in Alaska

    Alaska is synonymous with catching big fish, and lots of fish, in an environment that is wild, rugged and plentiful, like few left on earth. In a week it is possible to catch 10 kinds of the world’s greatest game fish, a different species every day. Or, you may choose to go with only one goal; catching the biggest rainbow of your life. Everything is possible.

    In the Bristol Bay watershed, where the lodges we represent are located, the season extends from mid-June to the end of September. Click here for a calendar explaining when each species can be caught. Many fisherman plan Alaska trips around one or more species of Salmon, realizing that trout, char, dolly varden, pike, and grayling are available season long.

    If you want to pursue rainbows with a dry fly, focus on June and July. But, if it’s a trophy rainbow you’re after, they’ll be several pounds heavier in August and September.

    We’ve expanded and improved our website.

    Chip Bates, Doug Schlink and Judy Hall have been booking Alaska for 25 years. Chip has visited 22 different Alaska Lodges, with Doug and Judy not far behind. It costs you nothing to tap into this wealth of experience and knowledge.

    Alaska attracts a healthy number of repeat clients. By late-October, 90% of the repeats are locked and loaded, making NOW the absolute best time for new clients to grab prime dates.

    Call the Alaska Experts today.

  • The Best Atlantic Salmon Fishing in 50 Years

    Atlantic salmon anglers have been pleasantly astonished by the incredible numbers of salmon returning to the rivers of Atlantic Canada this season. Many fish counting stations have reported near record numbers and many veterans are proclaiming 2011 the best salmon fishing in nearly 50 years! While there has been an upward trend in recent years, no one can explain this huge spike in 2011. But it is pretty clear that “buy outs” of commercial fisheries coupled with catch & release regulations, now mandated on many Quebec and Newfoundland rivers as well as New Brunswick, are paying huge dividends. The 2011 spawning escapement has been the best seen in many years holding promise of even bigger runs in years to come!

    With all the excitement over this fantastic season, rebooking has been extremely high. But as of this writing, some excellent slots are still available for the 2012 season. And with the recent increase in value of the US dollar against the Canadian, now’s the time to deposit and lock in your space.

    Quebec, Gaspe Peninsula

    Fishing was “off the hook” at Camp Brûlé on the Petite Cascapedia where guests enjoyed an impressive 1.2 salmon landed per rod per day average, for the entire season! Brûlé rotates through their 3.5 miles of private water on the Petite and fishes the nearby Grand Cascapedia and the Bonaventure as well. The gin clear Petite is the coldest river on the Gaspé and fishes well right through August and has a fall run in September. Current openings include:
    June 14 – 21, 7 nts/6 days, 2-rods, $3,515 CAD + tax – prime week for big fish
    July 22 – 29, 7 nts/6 days, 4-rods – $4,372 CAD + tax – primetime on the Petite
    July 29 – August 5, 7 nts/6 days, 6-rods – $4,372 CAD + tax – excellent dry fly week!

    Sporadic openings throughout August and September. Rates subject to change October 15th, 2011.

    Camp Bonaventure had over 1,000 fish landed to 12 rods this season, their best in their 16 year history. Many fish in the high to mid-30’s were taken. While they concentrate on both private and ZEC water on the “Bonnie”, Camp Bonaventure also fishes the Grand and the Petite.
    June 9th to 13th for 2 rods, 4 nts/4 days, $3,400 CAD + tax – prime big fish
    July 10th to 15th for 1 rod, 5 nts/5 days. $4,250 CAD + tax – wheelhouse week!
    July 22nd to 25th for 2 rods, 3 nts/3 days, $2,550 CAD + tax – great dry fly
    Sept. 16th – 23rd for 6 rods, 7 nts/7 days, $5,950 CAD + tax – prime fall run

    Sporadic openings throughout August and September

    The Salmon Lodge is located on the mighty Grand Cascapedia, one of the world’s top producers of trophy Atlantic Salmon. This 120 year old lodge enjoyed a season reminiscent of the good old days. The camp released over 700 salmon on 8 rods this season. We had guests hook as many as 18 and land monsters up to 35 pounds this season!
    June 2nd – 9th, for 6 rods, 7 nts/7 days, (call for rate) – monster week on the Grand!
    July 19th to 22nd, for 3 rods, 3 nts/3 days, $2,550 CAD + tax – prime time
    July 22nd to 29th, for 6 rods, 7 nts/7 days, $5,950 CAD + tax – high numbers of fish
    July 29th to August 5th, for 4 rods, 7 nts/7 days, $5,950 CAD + tax – great dry fly week

    There are also sporadic openings in August and September.

    Labrador, Newfoundland

    The Eagle River is Canada’s most productive salmon river. I was able to secure a rod for a single angler the week of July 8th – 15th this year at Pratt Falls Salmon Lodge. He hooked 52 fish and landed 30! He reported the catch as about a 60/40 mix of salmon to grilse with fish up to the high teens. Rates are $4,900 CAD + tax.
    June 29 – July 6 Prime Time! Best bet for large salmon without being too early. 8 rods.
    July 6 – 13 Prime Time! Peak catch rates with lots of large and grilse. 2 rods
    July 27 – August 3 Prime Time! Peak catch rates with lots of large and grilse. 10 rods.
    August 3 – 10 High catch rate of grilse, large ‘jacks’ and sea-run trout. 12 rods.

    New Brunswick, the Miramichi River

    The Miramichi enjoyed excellent water flows and enormous runs of fish from early June right through September. Anglers who hit conditions right reported catching upwards of 20 fish for a week!

    We represent two of the finest lodges on the river, the venerable family owned Wilson’s Sporting Camp on the upper river and Country Haven Lodge below Blackville. Both lodges offer guests miles of private water including some of the very best pools on the river. Fishing rates start at $450 CAD + taxes per day and packages of any duration may be arranged. Please call for details.

  • St. Brandon’s & Farquhar: If they were easy to get to, the fishing wouldn’t be this FANTASTIC!

    St. Brandon’s & Farquhar: If they were easy to get to, the fishing wouldn’t be this FANTASTIC!

    “Don’t expect to see this every week”, Gerhard Laubscher, owner of FlyCastaway told his audience in Darien, CT on July 18, 2012. But you get the idea. Start with a remote island in the middle of the Indian Ocean, add less than 100 anglers a year, and you’ll find bonefish that behave differently. Giant Trevally’s (GT’s) and Permit too. Although this picture was taken at Farquhar, the bonefishing is even better on St. Brandon’s. After seeing his presentation, no one in the room doubted Gerhard’s pronouncement, “St. Brandon’s is the best bonefishing on the planet for both numbers and size.” The “school” fish are 6 – 7 pounds. The best week of the season, 10 bones over 10 pounds were landed, and the season is short: Only 12 – 14 weeks per year! Talk about resting already unpressured flats!!

    St. Brandon’s also has the best permit fishing (Indian Ocean Permit), as well as barracuda, sharks, and a variety of trevally. The above applies to St. Brandon’s spring and fall. St. Brandon’s doesn’t have as many GT’s as Farquhar, but almost all of the GT’s caught at St. Brandon’s are BIG (50 – 100 lbs), particularly in the fall.

    Click here to view the presentation on St. Brandon’s Atoll, Mauritius.

    Farquhar is famous for it’s variety: GT’s, bonefish, trigger fish, humphead parrot fish, a variety of grouper, snapper, sharks, Napoleon Wrasse, Job fish, and more (all on a fly). In fact, one of our clients landed 18 different species on a trip in April 2012. There are 2 distinct seasons on Farquhar: The fall has good variety fishing, but it’s overshadowed by the awesome GT fishing. Lot’s of fish and good size (40 – 80 lbs). Bonefishing is consistent spring or fall for bones up to 8 lbs. The spring season at Farquhar has even greater variety, with more triggerfish and milkfish than the fall, but not as many GT’s.

    Click here to view the presentation on Farquhar Atoll, Seychelles.

    The seasons are short, designed to target the optimum weather / fishing conditions:

    Farquhar is open October – mid-December & late-February – early-May
    St. Brandon’s is open October – mid-December & April – June

    Only 31 rods left for the 2012 – 2013 Season!

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    Farquhar 2012: USD$7,500 Rods St. Brandon’s 2012 / 2013: Euro 6,700 Rods October 13 -20, 2012 1

    November 10 – 19, 2012 1

    October 20 – 27, 2012 1

    March 29 – April 7, 2013 6

    November 17 – 24, 2012  2

    May 2 – 11, 2013 3

    May 13 – 22, 2013 3

    May 24 – June 2, 2013 6

    June 4 – 13, 2013 8

    Call us today (800-628-1447 or 860-434-9624) to hold dates for 4 week without obligation.

  • Andros Special: Single Rooms at Bargain Price & Free Trip with a 12-pound Bonefish!

    Andros Special: Single Rooms at Bargain Price & Free Trip with a 12-pound Bonefish!

    Comparing prices on bonefish trips? Check out this deal at Tranquility Hill Fishing Lodge (THL) on the North Bight, Andros, Bahamas.

    When you book through Angler Adventures, you get:

    • Single Rooms (no sleepless nights with your snoring buddies)
    • Special Rate for 7-nights / 6-days fishing ($2,995 per person)
    • Free return trip if you catch a 12-pound bonefish on the fly
    • Click here for additional rates.

    The offer is available exclusively through Angler Adventures, subject to availability. Two people share a guide, but each get a single room. Free return trip within one year, accompanied by a companion paying the double rate. Bring your Boga Grip!

    Grand Bahama Promo

    North Riding Point Club, Grand Bahama 
    Two months left (October & December) to take advantage of our super promotion: Stay 5-nights / 4-days for the price of 4-nights / 3-days. Click here for details.

    Free Flights and Rare Space

    Bair’s Lodge, South Andros
    Free round-trip flights Ft Lauderdale to CongoTown
    November 30 – December 5, 2012
    5-nights / 4-days fishing – Cost $3,850
    Other Prime Fall Dates Available
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    Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2012

    8

    November 1 – 6, 2012

    8

    November 6 – 11, 2012

    6

    November 11 – 16, 2012

    4

    Flamingo Cay, Andros’ Westside
    Rare Fall dates available at Flaming Cay Rod & Gun Club, the only bonefishing operation on the Westside of Andros.
    Must be an intact group of 4 – 6 anglers
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    October 16 – 20, 2012

    4-night / 3-day

    Oct 28 – Nov 1, 2012

    4-night / 3-day

    November 4 – 9, 2012

    5-night / 4-day

    December 9 – 14, 2012

    5-night / 4-day

  • Fantastic Deals On The World’s Best Sea Run Trout River Fishing Trips

    Fantastic Deals On The World’s Best Sea Run Trout River Fishing Trips

    The Incomparable Rio Grande
    Tierra del Fuego, Argentina

    Choose from one of two world class lodges, Villa María or Kau Tapen, and enjoy the fly fishing trip of a lifetime with this hassle free all inclusive package.

    This trip normally sells for $7,250 per person double occupancy from your arrival in Rio Grande City and includes: transfers Rio Grande Airport to lodge; 7 nights lodging and 6.5 days of guided fishing, all meals and drinks, fishing licenses.

    Special Promotional Rate per angler: $6,400 will also Include:

    • Transfer Ezeiza Int’l Airport-Hotel,
    • 1 night at Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel (single room) in Buenos Aires,
    • Transfer Hotel-Domestic airport,
    • Flight Buenos Aires-Rio Grande (round trip),
    • transfer from domestic airport to international airport.

    You save $850 on the fishing package plus over $700 on your Buenos Aires transfers, hotel and domestic air fare from Buenos Aires to Rio Grande –

    A total savings of over $1,500 per person!

    This promotion is valid for specific dates (March 16-23 & Mar 23-30 2013 at Kau Tapen and Mar 22-29 at Villa Maria) and for 2 anglers (double occupancy) or more.

  • Atlantic Salmon Fishing in 2013: Canada, Iceland, Russia hot spots

    Atlantic Salmon Fishing in 2013: Canada, Iceland, Russia hot spots

    The 2012 Atlantic salmon season is winding down, and 2013 bookings are already above normal. There are still prime dates available for the 2013 season, but these will sell out fast. NOW is the time to book for next season. The camps listed below are holding some dates pending deposits, so more openings may become available. We are in constant contact with these lodges, so if you don’t see your preferred dates below, contact us and we’ll let you know the moment any space opens up. Below are the best dates for next season, as well as a few prime Fall Run slots for 2012. Alternate dates and shorter stays may be available. Please call for more information.

    Canada – 2013 Availability

    Camp Brûlé, Petite Cascapédia River

    June 9, opening week for those targeting big fish, 30 pounds or larger. July 21st week “Bamboo Week”, hosted by T & T Rods. Enjoy great dry fly fishing and try out these world-class handcrafted split cane fly rods. Petite has a strong fall run of salmon during the last two weeks in September. What a way to cap off your salmon season! Click here to watch a video.

    • June 9 – 16, 2013, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $4,600
    • July 21 – 28, 2013, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $5,200
    • September 15 – 22, 2013, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $5,200
    • September 22 – 29, 2013, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $5,200

    It’s possible a few more rods may be open in early July. Call today to be on the list!

    Camp Bonaventure, Bonaventure River

    The Bonnie runs cold all summer long and produces the best dry fly fishing in late July and August.

    • July 21 – 24, 2013, 3-nights/3- days fishing, $2,625
    • August 11 – 18, 2013, 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125
    • August 21 – 18, 2013, 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125
    • August 25 – Sept 1, 2013, 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125
    • September 9 – 15, 2013, 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125

    The Salmon Lodge, Grand Cascapédia River

    The Grand produces the largest Atlantic salmon in North America. Lots of big fish in the fall!

    • August 25 – September 1, 2013 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125
    • September 2 – 8, 2013, 7-nights/7-days fishing, $6,125

    Country Haven Lodge, Miramichi River

    The Miramichi’s run comprises over 40% of all the Atlantic salmon returning to spawn in all North America’s rivers and the bright salmon fishing runs from June 10th through October 15th.

    • June 23 – 30, 2013 Prime for Big Fish, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $3,000
    • July 7 – 14, 2013 Peak for numbers of fish, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $3,000
    • September 23 – 30, 2013 Solid Fall Run week, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $3,000

    Wilsons Sporting Camps, Miramichi River

    • June 23 – 30, 2013 Excellent “Big Fish” week, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $4,200
    • July 7 – 14, 2013 The “Wheelhouse Week” for the summer run, 7-nights/6-days fishing, $4,200

    The space listed above for these Canadian Salmon Fishing Lodges is per person and priced in Canadian and does not include GST or provincial taxes. Other dates and shorter stays are available.

    Iceland – 2013 Availability

    West Rangá, South Coast, Iceland

    Both the East and West have been Iceland’s #1 or #2 rivers averaging over 5,000 fish landed each season for the last 12 years! These are absolute killer dates for both rivers!

    • July 22 – 28, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, €9,240 EUR per rod
    • August 10 – 16, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, €10,140 EUR per rod

    East Rangá, South Coast, Iceland

    • July 19 – 25, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, €8,940 EUR per rod
    • August 14 – 20, 2013, 6-nights/6-days fishing, €9,240 EUR

    Rod sharing, shorter stays and combo trips are available.

    Miðfjarðará, North Coast, Iceland

    We expect to get some open prime time rods by the end of this month. Please call us to wait list.

    Russia – 2013 Availability

    Ryabaga Camp, Ponoi River, Kola Peninsula, Russia

    A few rods are open for the prime weeks of June & July. 2013 rates have not yet been announced. The 2012 rates are included here for reference (subject to change).

    • June 15 – 22, 2013, 2013, 7-nights/6 days fishing, $13,490 USD
    • June 22 – 29, 2013, 7-nights/6 days fishing, $11,490 USD
    • June 29 – July 6, 2012, 7-nights/6 days fishing, $8,990 USD

    FALL 2012 LAST MINUTE OPENINGS IN CANADA

    The biologists believe the low water experienced throughout the Maritimes kept a lot of fish in the bays and are predicting outstanding runs this fall. If you are able to travel on short notice, this is a great opportunity to get in on some of the best fishing of the season!

    Camp Brûlé, Petite Cascapédia River, Quebec, Canada

    • September 23 – 29, 2012, Best Fall Run Week on the Gaspé, $3,700 CAD + taxes

    Country Haven Lodge, Miramichi River, New Brunswick, Canada

    • October 9 – 13, 2012, Great Fall Run Week, $3,000 CAD + taxes
  • World Class Bahamas Bonefishing in South Andros Island, Bahamas

    World Class Bahamas Bonefishing in South Andros Island, Bahamas

    In recent years the southern tip and southwest side of Andros Island, Bahamas, has become one of the hottest bonefishing destinations in the world. South Andros is a relatively new spot on the angling map and is comprised of vast, unpressured flats, tidal creeks, mangroves and unique inland lakes. Few other locales offer such a diversity of bonefishing habitats, and visitors to south Andros can often experience all of them in the same day. Roaming these remote waters are schools of unsophisticated 2- to 4-pound bonefish numbering in the

    thousands. Anglers will also find bigger, warier bonefish and the occasional double-digit giant in Deep Creek, Little Creek and along the west side.

    I recently fished this bonefishing hot spot to see exactly what it has to offer and to investigate the area’s bonefish lodges. I visited Bair’s Lodge, Glatos, Andros South, Nathan’s Lodge, Sunrise Lodge and Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge.

    Bair’s Lodge is the most centrally located of these operations. While there is good fishing just five minutes to the north in Deep Creek and five minutes to the south in Little Creek, the guides are willing to take long boat rides to the southernmost fishing areas. Consequently, I saw an enormous area of fishable water during my stay, including crossing through Little Creek to access the west side. This trip can take an hour or more depending on tides, but the protected creek offers a smooth ride and is home to some very large bonefish.

    Bair’s has done an excellent job of hiring a team of guides whose skills are as

    diverse as the south Andros fishery. I fished at different times with Leslie, William, “T,” Chip and Gary, each of whom has a different specialtyand takes a different approach to daily fishing. This guide rotation allowed me to experience each guide’s favorite spots and techniques.

    In terms of accommodations, food and management I found Bair’s Lodge to be among the best lodges in the Bahamas. For more information on Bair’s Lodge please visit www.www.angleradventures.com/bairba.

    Andros South, formerly the Bonefish Bay Club, has been taken over by Andrew Bennett who has had great success with his Alaskan fishing lodges. Andros South takes full advantage of the fishery’s variety. Andros South guides will fish the east coast and southern tip of south Andros as well as its west side. They are expert at navigating the maze of tidal creeks that runs through south Andros and can almost always find good, leeward fishing there.

    They have also discovered a network of inland flats and saltwater lakes that can be loaded with fish under certain conditions. These areas cannot be accessed by boat and so are very rarely fished. A good deal of walking and bush whacking is required to reach them but, as an experienced bonefisherman, I enjoyed the novelty and ingenuity of these inland excursions. Andros South also offers exploratory blue water fly fishing for tuna, dorado, sharks and billfish aboard a 25-foot Power Cat with twin 150hp Yamaha four-stroke outboards.

    The accommodations at Andros South are not as luxurious as they are at Bair’s, though they have recently been renovated and updated. They are now modern, clean and comfortable, and are all single occupancy.

    Meals focus on freshness. Some of the dinners consisted of manager John Toker’s daily catches skillfully prepared by the lodge chef. The daily lodge operations run very smoothly and I found the staff to be friendly and attentive. For more information on Andros South please visit www.www.angleradventures.com/androssouth.

    Being the southernmost lodge on Andros, Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge has the quickest access to the island’s southern tip and south east side. This equates to more time fishing. The pristine fisheries of Jack Fish Cay, Water Cay and Curley Cut Cay, which can be difficult to reach from other lodges, 20-30 minutes north of Mars Bay. Mars Bay guides rarely, if ever, venture north, preferring to take advantage of their proximity to the renowned flats of the south end of Andros.

    Accommodations at Mars Bay bonefish lodge are clean and comfortable, but very basic. Bill Howard manages the lodge expertly and the chef offers very good Bahamian cuisine. The lodge does not offer many amenities, but it does offer some of the best bonefishing in the Bahamas.

    I would recommend Mars Bay for the serious angler wishing to concentrate on large numbers of smaller, unpressured bonefish. For more information on Mars Bay please visit www.www.angleradventures.com/marsbay.

    I would be happy to discuss these lodges or to answer any questions. Please call or email me for details or to reserve space in south Andros for this season.

    Tight lines,
    Judy Hall

    U.S.: 800-628-1447 – Int’l: 860-434-9624
    Fax: 860-434-8605
    E-Mail: judy@angleradventures.com
    PO Box 872, Old Lyme, CT 06371
    Website: www.www.angleradventures.com

  • Chubut River Float: Unspoiled Trout Fishing in Patagonia, Argentina

    Chubut River Float: Unspoiled Trout Fishing in Patagonia, Argentina

    There are few places left in the world like the Chubut River, and fewer still that offer non-stop dry fly fishing for good-sized browns and rainbows. The Chubut is so remote, most of its trout have never seen a fly and you won’t see a car, airplane or another human for 4 days. Most anglers fish exclusively with dry flies and loose count of the trout landed in the 12 – 22 inch range, with a few larger fish ending up in the net.

    The 65-mile Chubut float starts at the “Vuelta del Rio” (turn of the river), where the river takes a 90-degree turn towards the Atlantic. The float passes through fishy looking riffles, runs and pools, almost entirely inside a private 250,000 estancia. Why 4 days? That’s how long it takes to get to the next road. You can spread the float over 5 days, if you prefer.

    Anglers pass through a variety of Argentine landscapes and the river will evolve from banks lined with willows to open, winding sections with cut banks and fabulous riffles where some heavy brown trout take hoppers and big stone flies.

    All of the camping equipment is provided (including electricity provided by a small generator, a portable toilette, and shower facilities). Staff sets up Camp and prepares dinner. Clients have unlimited fishing time. The facilities are simple, however our outfitter, Jorge Graziozi, has perfected the logistics, so anglers want for nothing, except for more time on the Chubut.

    Angler Adventures is offering a special rate $2,900 per person (normally $3,250) for the 4-day Chubut float for group of 4 or more anglers. The rate includes, 2 nights accommodations at Arroyo Claro, 3-nights camping on the Chubut, 4-days fishing, meals, drinks, camping equipment and transfers from Bariloche.
    Click here for more information on Arroyo Claro and the Client reviews on Chubut Float.

  • Awesome Spring Trout Fishing in New Zealand in 2012: The best fishing, best lodges, and best experience

    Awesome Spring Trout Fishing in New Zealand in 2012: The best fishing, best lodges, and best experience

    Angler Adventures has put together some special Spring Fishing packages with our favorite lodges: Poronui Luxury Sporting Lodge & Owen River Lodge. If you want to experience how good the Spring Trout Fishing can be in New Zealand, these are the deals for you.

    Poronui Luxury Sporting Lodge
    October 7 – 13, 2012
    November 16 – 22, 2012
    December 9 – 15, 2012

    The Angler Adventures Special Rate for a 6-night / 5-day package at Poronui is NZD $5,200 (approximately $4,188 US) per person based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared guide. Estimated savings of $700 US.

    This special rate includes:6 nights double occupancy in luxury accommodations, 5 day fishing with one guide for each 2 anglers, Use of lodge fishing equipment from waders to flies at no charge, one day of helicopter fly-out fishing on a remote river, you pick the day, all Meals at the lodge: Country Breakfasts, Stream side lunches, and gourmet dinners, Pre-dinner drinks, house wine and beer throughout your stay, same day personal laundry service, Transfer to/from the Taupo Airport.

    Owen River Lodge 
    October 1 – November 30, 2012

    The Angler Adventures Special Rate for a 6-night / 5-day package at Owen River is NZD $4,400 (approximately $3,545 US) per person based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared guide. Estimated savings of $750 US.

    Felix Borenstein, the owner of Owen River Lodge, describes the Spring fishing by saying: “The local Kiwi’s and Australians love fishing on the South Island in October November December, Just ask Phil Weigall who comes back year after year, Flyfishing author and editor of Fly Fisher Magazine, (from Australia), fished hard for 3 days, sun, rain, wind, landing 33 browns in 3 days fishing 2 local streams and one wilderness river near by.”

    Let us assist you with your airfares to New Zealand – Judy can save you money there too. For more information on two for one airfare specials, click here.
    Call us, email us, fax us, or send a message on Facebook and book the best Spring Fishing.

  • Costa Rica: The Saltwater Angler’s Paradise for sailfish, roosterfish, dorado, wahoo, marlin

    Costa Rica: The Saltwater Angler’s Paradise for sailfish, roosterfish, dorado, wahoo, marlin

    Have you ever heard your reel scream? No, I mean really scream. Well, when a 100 + pound Costa Rican sailfish hammers your fly and heads for Hawaii at 65 mph, your reel will be wailing the Hallelujah chorus!

    For over 25 years, Costa Rica has been a mecca for traveling saltwater anglers. While best known for sails, Costa Rica offers an incredible diversity of inshore and offshore species on her Pacific Coast including roosterfish, dorado, tunas, wahoo, sailfish, blue, black & striped marlin and a couple of dozen other hard fighting species. Not enough variety? Hop a 30-minute flight to the Caribbean Coast for some world-class tarpon and snook action and you’ll truly understand what makes this tiny country an Angler’s Paradise!

    This incredibly beautiful and diverse country also offers lots for non-fishing family members; great hotels, world class beaches, and amazing ecotours. This incredibly friendly and beautiful country is the perfect choice for vacations, which include non-fishing family members.

    South Pacific Coast

    Located on Golfo Dulce, on the Osa Peninsula, Crocodile Bay Lodge is Costa Rica’s most luxurious Fishing and Ecotourism resort, offering consistent inshore fishing (year round) and outstanding offshore action from November through April. Adjacent to Corcovado National Park, the lodge offers an outstanding ecotour program as well as many onsite amenities and activities to appeal to non-fishing family members.

    • Costa Rica’s Largest Fleet
    • Amazing diversity of inshore species
    • World class offshore fishing
    • Amazing EcoTours, Corcovado Nat’l Park
    • Great accommodations, food, pool & spa!

    Mid-Pacific Coast

    The port of Quepos emerged in 1988 as THE new winter sailfishing destination, and continues to produce impressive numbers during their January – April high season. With a wide assortment of hotels ranging from 3 – 5 star, world class beaches, eco tours in Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos is great choice for both serious anglers and families. Jeannette Perez and her company, JP Sportfishing have taken great care of our clients for over 20 years.

    • Costa Rica’s most consistent sailfishery
    • Diversity of hotels and custom packages for any budget
    • Great fleet of boats ranging from 25 – 36 feet
    • Fly savvy crews
    • Great beaches, Manuel Antonio Nat’l Park

    North Pacific Coast

    The Pacific north coast offers great sailfishing in the summer, amazing marlin fishing in the winter, and a broad variety of inshore and reef species available year round. Our favorite port on the north coast is Tamarindo, home to some of the country’s most seasoned American and Tico captains. Our “go to guy” for the past 24 years, is the legendary Capt. Randy Wilson of Tamarindo Sportfishing. Tamarindo features beautiful beachfront hotels, great restaurants, tons of non-fishing activities, and the shortest running time to blue water of any Costa Rican port.

    • Costa Rica’s most experienced captains
    • Shortest run to blue water
    • Amazing diversity of species
    • Charming resort village, great hotels, restaurants and beaches

    For more information on these or other Costa Rican destinations, please call (800-628-1447 * 860-434-9624) or email info@angleradventures.com.

  • Award Winning Film Clip from Farquhar Atoll, Seychelles

    “Gangsters of the Flats”

    St. Brandon’s Atoll

  • Peacock Bass Fishing: “Savage” describes these Brutes in the Amazon, Brazil

    Peacock Bass are aggressive, territorial ambush hunters, known for explosive strikes and tackle busting runs. These fish are nearly unstoppable on their first few runs. “Savage” is the word the best describes these brutes, putting them high on the bucket list for fly and conventional anglers alike. Add the exotic backdrop of the Amazon rainforest and you have the makings of a singularly spectacular outdoor experience.

    Brazil is the most famous and productive Peacock Bass fishery in the world, offering anglers the chance at catching numbers of Peacocks as well as trophies over 20 lbs. The fishing areas in the Amazon are extremely remote, so using a high quality, experienced outfitter is a necessity. We recommend 2 outfitters: Agua Boaand River Plate Anglers.

    Agua Boa Amazon Lodge

    Agua Boa is a conventional lodge situated on the banks of the Agua Boa River, a tributary to the Rio Negro. What separates Agua Boa from other Peacock Bass lodges is that the fishing is limited to catch and release, fly fishing only.

    The rates at Agua Boa are $5,300 per person from October 8 to December 31, 2011, and $5,500 per person from January 1 to April 14. Rates are based on double occupancy accommodations and a shared boat / guide daily.

    • Fly Fishing Only
    • Forbes Magazine’s Top 10 Lodges in 2010
    • Sight fishing for Peacocks
    • Limited to 12 anglers

    Click Here for More Information on Agua Boa.

    River Plate Anglers

    River Plate has been hosting anglers since 1992, and they’ve evolved their operation over 30 years to offer a unique fishing program based around floating cabins and exclusive leases on Native and Government Reserves. These floating cabins give anglers multiple benefits over fixed lodges, mainly the ability to move to new fisheries every few days to guarantee shorter boat rides / less fishing pressure and the flexibility to move if the water conditions aren’t ideal.

    • Fly and Conventional Fishing
    • Access to unpressured or unfished water
    • Flexibility to move during high / dirty water
    • Spacious, Comfortable, Air Conditioned floating cabin accommodations
    • Mothership option

    Click Here for More Information on River Plate Anglers.

  • FlyCastaway is Coming July 18 & 19, 2012: Gerhard Laubscher of FlyCastaway to present in Darien & Old Saybrook, CT

    Based in South Africa, FlyCastaway offers 3 of the most sensational, cutting edge fly fishing destinations on the globe:

    In addition to being the best place in the Seychelles to target Giant Trevally, Farquhar Atoll is known for offering a variety of flats species including Bonefish, Indo-Pacific Permit, Bumphead Parrotfish, Milkfish, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Napoleon Wrasse, Triggerfish and Barracuda. Venture “offshore” and add Wahoo, Tuna, Grouper, Snapper, and Sailfish to the list. Click here for rates and information.

    St. Brandon’s is possibly the best bonefishery in the world based on the numbers, size and willingness to eat a fly. More Indo-Pacific Permit are caught here than anywhere in the Indian Ocean and some of the biggest Giant Trevally. The atoll is over 200 nautical miles off the coast Mauritius and Fly Castaway utilizes a mother ship, the MY Gryphon, to access St. Brandon’s. Click here for rates and information.

    Tigerfish are one of Africa’s most exciting freshwater gamefish and FlyCastaway has set up camp on the Mnyera & Ruhudji Rivers in Tanzania. This is the top destination to target trophy 20 lb Tigerfish. While fishing for these fast and aggressive ambush predators, anglers routinely see wildlife like Lion, Leopart, Buffalo, Warthog, and Elephant as wells as exotic birds such as the Peels Fishing Owl or the White Backed Night Heron. Click here for rates and information.

    You are invited to meet Gerhard and enjoy his presentation on Seychelles, Mauritius and Tanzania at the following locations:

    July 18, 2012

    5:00 – 7:00 PM

    Ten Twenty Post Oyster Bar – Bistro

    1020 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820

    www.tentwentypost.com


    July 19, 2012

    5:00 – 7:00 PM

    Otter Cove Restaurant & Bar

    99 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

    www.ottercoverestaurant.com

    Space is limited. Please RSVP by July 6 to confirm your participation by filling out the RSVP form linked here or by email.

    Please let us know if you are available these dates, but not at these times.

  • New Zealand: Gin Clean Water and Big Trout Fishing

    New Zealand: Gin Clean Water and Big Trout Fishing

    PORONUI LUXURY SPORTING LODGE, Taharua Valley
    Located on the North Island, consists of 16,000 acres, and 25 miles of “Gin” clear private water on the Tahaura and Mohaka Rivers.
    Wilderness location with high-end luxury
    Private water access bordering Maori land, unique in New Zealand
    Fabulous Wine Weeks, Experienced professional guides,
    Helicopter fly outs to some of the most spectacular remote rivers in the world
    Special discounted Spring Pricing until December 31, 2012
     

    FJORDLAND LODGE, Te Anau
    Located near Fjordland National Park on the South Island, “Their Fishing Playground” for large Brown and Rainbow Trout
    Robynne and Ron Peacock Fabulous Hosts
    Fishing over 40 uncrowded rivers and streams, Back Country fly fishing on Farmland
    Helicopter fly outs to Milford Sound

    RIVERVIEW LODGE, Hanmer Springs
    Hosts John and Robin Gemmell
    “Kiwi” Born and Bred this couple has a terrific location and a great lodge,
    Repeat clients, so book early.
    Great stopover between Nelson and Christchurch.
    The heart of trophy brown trout territory
    Excellent guides, spring creeks and freestone rivers.
    Bird and Game Hunting in the Winter months

    OWEN RIVER LODGE, Murchison
    Beautifully situated on the Owen River
    Mild Climate among mountains and streams
    5 star accommodations, professional service and staff
    Access to 30 rivers and streams, most within 1 hours drive
    Appealing to both Novice and Experienced Anglers
    16 acres of Gardens and Farmland
    Sightcasting to 10lb Brown Trout

    CUSTOM ITINERARY PLANNING
    Judy Hall, our New Zealand Expert, has been arranging custom New Zealand itineraries for 34 years, catering to fisherman, couples, non-fishing partners and families. In addition to the fishing lodges we represent, the following are some of Judy’s favorite properties and destinations:

    Tongariro Lodge; “The Farm” at Cape Kidnappers; Blanket Bay Lodge, Glenorchy; Matakauri Lodge; Elkhardt’s Private Hotel, Queenstown; Milford Sound; Kauri Cliffs, Bay of Islands; Cormandel Peninsula; Whale Watching, “Giant Sperm Whales”; Farm Stays, Bed and Breakfasts; Timara Lodge, Blenheim “Fantastic Wineries”; Stewart Island, World Class Birdwatching. For more information click here.

    New Zealand’s trout fishing season is October – April. Now’s the time to reserve the best dates. Call Judy today 1-800-628-1447 (860-434-9624). Our services are free.

  • Pira Lodge, Argentina, Golden Dorado Fishing: catch your trout and giant sea run browns with Angler Adventures

    Patagonia spells trout and Tierra del Fuego is synonymous with giant sea run browns. The third world-class fishery in Argentina is the Ibera Marshlands, home to one of the hardest fighting gamefish that swims, the Golden Dorado. Nicknamed the River Tiger, these fresh water beasts are renowned for their savage takes, explosive leaps and searing runs. They’re one of the “hottest” fish you’ll catch on a fly!

    Pirá Lodge, located in Northern Argentina, is set in the middle of the incredible 5 1/2 million acre Ibera Marsh, the world’s second largest wetlands. The miles of wilderness waters surrounding the lodge offer consistent action in the Corrientes River, at the headwaters, and in the more intimate waters of the marsh itself for this great gamefish. While dorado over 25 pounds have been taken at Pirá, the typical fish runs in the 3 – 10 pound class, with fish in the 10 – 15 pound class taken frequently. You’ll fish with world-class guides from Hell’s Bay flats skiffs with poling platforms, or by wading/bank stalking. Effective methods range from swinging & stripping saltwater type streamer patterns on sink tips to mousing or waking surface patterns fished on floating lines. During low water, sight casting and even dry fly techniques with outsized terrestrial patterns can bring cardiac arresting surface strikes!

    • Luxurious Accommodations
    • World Class Cuisine
    • Experienced Guides
    • Countless Miles of Wilderness Water
    • Wade and Skiff Fishing
    • Top of the Line Equipment
    • Incredibly Diverse Ecosystem with countless bird watching / nature viewing opportunities for non-anglers.

    Pirá Lodge is owned and operated by Nervous Waters, which owns 9 of the world’s finest sportfishing lodges in Argentina, Chile and the Bahamas. Renowned for impeccable accommodations, world class cuisine and attention to detail, Nervous Waters’ properties set the standard by which all other fishing lodges are judged.

    The season runs from from mid-October through April. While full week packages are the norm, packages of any duration are available and combinations with Patagonia trout trips are becoming very popular.

    Click Here for More Information.

  • Labrador’s Giant Brook Trout, fly fishing for giant brookies from Minipi Camps and Crooks Lake Lodge

    Labrador’s Giant Brook Trout, fly fishing for giant brookies from Minipi Camps and Crooks Lake Lodge

    How often can you say, “I just fished a place that’s as good as it was 60 years ago”? Since Lee Wulff first explored Labrador’s vast Minipi watershed in the last 50’s, it remains virtually unchanged and still is, as Lee proclaimed it, the greatest trophy Brook Trout fishery in the world. To veteran anglers, the name “Minipi” conjures images of gigantic Brook Trout slurping beefy Mayflies in a wilderness setting that rivals Alaska.

    Minipi trout are big – 5 pounds on average. Brookies to over 10 pounds have been taken, and 5 of the current 7 fly rod world records for brook have been set at Minipi. The Minipi watershed is also home to a unique strain of landlocked arctic char which can top the 12 pound mark, as well as northern pike as large as 25 pounds.

    • Dry Fly Fishing for Giant Brook Trout
    • Seasoned Guides
    • Exclusive Use of Miles of Wilderness Water
    • Both Wading and Boat Fishing
    • Optional Fly Outs
    • Great accommodations and Food

    The Minipi system is comprised of hundreds of square miles of wilderness watershed and the only access is via the Cooper’s Minipi Camps, which has exclusive fly-in and fishing rights to the entire watershed. The two Minipi Camps are Minipi Lake Lodge and the beautiful new Ann Marie Lodge. Both camps offer miles of lake and river fishing and optional fly outs to nearby Minonipi and Little Minipi Lakes. With each camp limited to just 10 rods and a longtime catch and release policy, this incredible resource remains every bit as productive as it was when it was discovered 60 years ago.

    A few rod spaces are still open during prime dry fly weeks in 2012

    Ann Marie – June 22nd – 29th & July 27th – August 3rd & August 3rd – 10th: $6,295 CAD + taxes
    Minipi Lake – July 22nd – 29th & July 29th – August 5th: $5,695 CAD + taxes

    Rates include: Float plane transfers from Goose Bay; 7-nights meals and accommodations; 6 1/2 days guided fishing.

    Click Here for More Information on Minipi Camps

    Crooks Lake Lodge: Labrador’s other world class brook trout fishery is located in the headwaters of the Eagle River system and is accessible via Crooks Lake Lodge. While the Crooks Lake fishery does not typically produce monsters like the Minipi, 6 + pounders are taken every season and fish as large as 8 pounds have been recorded here. Crooks Lake fishery typically produces higher catch rates than the Minipi fisheries and an average size of 3 1/2 – 4 pounds. Crooks Lake is staffed by a group of veteran guides, several with 20+ years experience on the watershed. The camp holds 6 rods and has exclusive use of miles of wilderness waters. Available dates at Crooks Lake are:
    June 16th – 23rd (1 rod only); June 23rd – 30th (2 rods); July 14th – 21st (4 rods)
    Rate: $3,700 USD + tax

    Includes: Float plane transfers from Goose Bay; 7-nights meals and accommodations; 6 1/2 days guided fishing.

    Click Here for More Information on Crooks Lake Lodge

  • Grand Slam Season is Your Best Chances to Land the Big Three: Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon

    Grand Slam Season is Your Best Chances to Land the Big Three: Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon

    If you’re primarily interested in Bonefish, we recommend the Bahamas. There are dozens of lodges to fit everyone’s criteria. The bonefish are bigger on average and the big bones in the Bahamas dwarf the grandés in Mexico or Belize. If it’s Permit you’re after, we recommend the Yucatan of Mexico, where more permit are landed on a fly than anywhere we book. If Tarpon are your focus, we recommend Belize. El Pescador and Tarpon Caye are unique, having a year round population of tarpon. When the big, migratory tarpon appear in late spring, early summer, Belize River Lodge and Turneffe Flats become hotspots, as well. Don’t forget the fall! Water temperatures are ideal and the flats have been rested. If a Grand Slam is your objective, here are our top picks.

    Yucatan, Mexico

    Grand Slam Flyfishing Lodge

    • Luxury waterfront accommodations
    • Managed by Bobby Settles
    • Non-fishing activities
    • 2 for 1 pricing June 1 – September 30, 2012

    Casa Blanca

    • Located on the south side of Ascension Bay
    • Big migratory Tarpon
    • Private Tarpon Lagoon
    • Excellent guides

    Pesca Maya

    • 2 guides per boat!
    • Wade fishing for Permit
    • Excellent guides
    • 20% discount June 15 – October 31

    Playa Blanca

    • Permit Heaven
    • Access to Espiritu Santo Bay
    • Maximum 6 boats / guides
    • Excellent guides

    Belize

    El Pescador

    • Year round Tarpon!
    • Trips to Bacalar Chico in Northern Belize
    • Overnights on Bonefish Island
    • 2 for 1 special June 1 – December 15, 2012

    Tarpon Cay Lodge

    • Remote, private Cay
    • Guides fish dawn to dusk
    • Maximum 4 boats / guides
    • Excellent Guides

    Belize River Lodge

    • Rivers and Flats
    • New Long Cay Outpost Camp
    • Add Snook to your slam
    • 2 for 1 special on limited weeks July – December

    Turneffe Flats Resort

    • Big aggressive Tarpon
    • Extensive wading flats
    • Full dive program
    • 2 for 1 special June 23 – December 22, 2012

    Techniques & Tips
    Here’s a sight fishing tip from David Pinder of Grand Bahama Bonefishing, considered by many to be the best guide in the Bahamas:The most common mistake anglers make when fishing the flats is taking too many false casts. Try to take no more than 4 false casts to reach a fish, hopefully fewer. When a guide positions the boat and sets up on a fish, the amount of time the boat stays in prime position is about 6 seconds. That’s generally enough time for 3 or 4 false casts.

  • Super Summertime Fishing: Alaska, Montana, Iceland, Quebec, Labrador, Mexico

    Super Summertime Fishing: Alaska, Montana, Iceland, Quebec, Labrador, Mexico

    Alaska

    Mission Lodge

    July 20-27, 2012: … sockeyes, bright ocean kings, early run of silvers and pinks, pinks, pinks providing non-stop, rod bending action. Peak dry fly fishing for Rainbows and the char, Dolly Varden and grayling spawn. Great time to visit Brooks Falls to see the bears. Full week or shorter stays starting at just $3,750 per person all-inclusive. (couples rooms or owners suite available).

    Sept 7-14, 2012: Big, fat rainbow trout, sight casting to char, lake trout, Dolly Varden and grayling all dressed in fantastic fall colors. Do a cast and blast with ducks & ptarmigan. Silver Salmon peak on the Good News and Togiak Rivers – catch these silver bullets on top water flies until you scream “Uncle”. Everyone has a private room, singles welcome at no additional charge (couples rooms and owners suite available). $7,500 per person all-inclusive.

    Dave Duncan & Sons
    Lower Camp, $4,800
    JUN 30 – JUL 7, 4 rods, excellent king week
    AUG 11 – 18, 2 rods, top silver week of the season!

    Upper Camp, $4,900
    JUL 7 – 14, 7 rods, good king week and mix of sockeyes, chums and pinks, and great rainbow fishing
    AUG 25 – SEP 1, 8 rods, excellent silver week on Upper river and great rainbow fishing

    Float Trips $4,600
    JUL 18 – 24, 6 rods, great variety salmon week
    JUL 24 – AUG 1, 4 rods, great all round week for mix of salmon and superb rainbow fishing
    AUG 11 – 17, 2 rods, great Silvers and outstanding rainbow week.

    Alaska West
    July 27 – August 3: Lot’s of variety for 6 rods + Arolik days!
    August 3 – August 10: Silvers! 10 rods available.

    Cost: $5,000 per person, single welcome.

    Iceland

    East Rangá Lodge & West Rangá Lodge
    A few prime spaces available on Iceland’s top two Atlantic salmon rivers:
    West Rangá (€ 8,940 eur), JUL 23 – 29

    East Rangá (€ 10,140 eur), JUL 26 – AUG 1

    Montana

    The Complete Fly Fisher

    The snowfall this winter is creating optimum conditions for summer fishing at the Complete Fly Fisher, located on the Big Hole River, near Wise River. The Big Hole is at 92% of average snow pack and building. The Bitterroot is over 100% as is the Upper Clark Fork.

    July 29-August 4: Prime time dry fly fishing chasing all stages of various May flies. Big Hole and Beaverhead are prime.

    August 12-September 1: The spruce moth will flutter driving trout crazy. Clumsy hoppers will fall off the banks making an easy feast for large Brown Trout. The first clouds of Tricos will blanket the Big Hole and entice pods of trout to feed.

    Cost: $4,800 per person. Includes everything!

    Québec

    Camp Brûlé

    Big Atlantic Salmon on the Petite Cascapédia River, Gaspé, Canada

    JUN 14 – 21, $5275 CAD, 2 rods Trophy fish time!

    JUL 22 – 29, $5,275 CAD, 4 rods, Prime time for dry fly!

    JUL 29 – AUG 5, $5,025, 4 rods, “Bamboo Week” join Thomas & Thomas master rod builder Troy Jacques

    AUG 5 – 9, $2,620 CAD, 3 rods, 4 nt/3 day great dry fly time. Longer stays also available.

    Labrador

    Crooks Lake Lodge

    Big Brook Trout and Pike

    JUN 16 – 23, $3700 USD + tax, 2 rods, one of the best weeks of the season

    JUN 30 – JUL 7, $3700 USD + tax, 6 rods, Big brookies on dry flies!

    Mexico

    Grand Slam Flyfishing Lodge
    Summer Special! Summer is one of the best times for big migratory tarpon and trophy snook as well as well as for permit and bones on Mexico’s Ascension Bay. Grand Slam is offering a 2-for-1 deal – pay one single occupancy rate and get a trip for two anglers fishing double occupancy. That’s $2612 per person at this luxury fishing lodge!

    Casa Blanca & Playa Blanca
    May 19-26 can be the best weather of the year with large migratory tarpon (up to 200 lbs). Great permit fishing. Located on the south shore of Ascension Bay…no long boat rides means “less time traveling more time fishing”. Private Island, exclusive location. Deluxe seaside air-conditioned accommodations. Excellent Guides.