The Andean Condor has the largest wingspan of any land living bird, and you just might see some on a trip with Chile West. If you happen to get a glimpse of one, it probably won’t be a close up, but they’re pretty cool just the same. More on Southern Chile Bugs Cantaria Beetle Video Cafe…
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All Terrain, Chile Edition
Not so long ago these were in style. In some parts of Chile these babies are still in use, believe it or not. More on Culture in Chile The Cheese Factory Pisco Sour Rodeo
Taking It All In
At Chile West most of our trips run on a slightly longer format than normal – a 10 night, 8 fishing day program is our standard. The 10 day trip gives us plenty of time to really take in Southern Chile and fish a ton of different water. It also gives us time to relax!…
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20 Incher by Idylwilde
During a trip with Chile West, our guests fish a whole bunch of different fly patterns that pretty much cover the world of trout fishing. From giant streamers to tiny dries, blunt terrestrials to imitative nymphs, we fish a lot in a typical trip and our fly boxes are evidence – they’re loaded! We’ve definitely…
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Damselflies and Dragonflies
At Chile West we’ve lots of options when it comes to fishing. From floating big rivers to walking small streams and … let’s not forget many lakes to fish as well. Damselflies and dragonflies are in abundance as most lakes have reed beds around the edges and this is ideal habitat for these insects. The nymphs crawl…
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Cafe Ricer
At the end of a trip with Chile West, one of our favorite places to dine is Café Ricer. Located in the plaza of Coyhaique, this restaurant attracts tourists from around the globe. There is usually a good mix of international fisherman as well as the locals which makes for great ambiance, in addition to the great…
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Piece of Pie
Here’s a little casting tip from Chris Price, our manager at Chile West. When you’re at the end of your swing or drift and you’re ready to re-cast, it’s very hard to make the transition from the “hang down” to a target in front all in one false cast, if you’re fishing a single-handed rod. This…
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Pretty Day in Chile
Michael White scopes out yet another pretty spot in Chile. More on Whitey! With a Spey-Caught Chilean King Salmon His Favorite Run on the Dean His King Rig for Alaska West
Shoulders.
There’s some brown trout in Southern Chile that’s got some shoulders to ’em. More Fish from Chile West Grandpappy Trout? Salmon? Speyalicious Chilean ‘Nookie
Stumblin’ Bumblin’…
At Chile West, the Cantaria beetle is your friend. These critters are big. Trout find them yummy. They’re harmless to humans, and best of all, they’re clumsy! Add a little bit of wind and some moving water, and you’ve got yourself a trout food conveyor belt. NOTE: If you’re viewing this in a newsletter or…
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