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Villa Manihuales is found at the confluence of the Rio Niriguao and the Rio Manihuales. Villa Manihuales has a population of 3000 inhabitants. The primary income-generating activities of the area are mining, ecotourism, sport fishing, secondary activities include logging, dairy, farming, and livestock. The town is located along the Carretera Austral which is also called…
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I was in a Bogota Columbia restaurant and had just ordered my lunch, it was 1 PM Thursday, March 19th 2020. While I was waiting for my food, I took out my cell phone. I opened the NY Times app, which headlined that the US government advised that all US Citizens should return home at…
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While fishing at Campo Lindo, I slipped on the grassy bank and sprained my ankle—caught a few trout before heading back alone. Carrying a satellite connection would’ve helped, but I skipped it this time. Always fish with someone and wear sturdy boots with cleats.
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I’ve been flying with LATAM Airlines to Santiago for a few trips now. LATAM offers a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) in NYC straight to Santiago, Chile (SCL). The flight takes about 11 hours without any layovers. I find it super convenient because it departs in the early evening and lands in…
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The Rio Nireguao in the El Gato community has become overfished for trout. The river is now heavily trafficked, with footpaths where there were none before. The El Saltamontes Lodge offers daily float trips that start at Campo Lindo and drift downstream, and the lodge guests aggressively fish the water. While the Nireguao in this…
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It feels like ages—about two years—since I last wrote on my WordPress blog! Maybe I was just running out of ideas. Or maybe I was frustrated with all the money I was spending on WordPress. I started wondering, “Why am I spending money when I’m not getting anything back?” This year, I’m hoping to share…
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I spent the entire month of March in Valparaíso. The weather was consistently 70°F and sunny, with refreshing breezes coming off the Pacific Ocean. It was my ideal kind of weather, and I didn’t want to leave at all. The climate in Valparaíso is significantly better than that of the Bay Area of California. It’s…
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Nestled 2 hours north of Coyhaique on Route 7, Villa Manihuales offers exceptional fishing for Brown, Rainbow, and King Salmon on the Rio Manihuales and Rio Niregual. Comfortable hospedajes and reliable bus service from the Coyhaique Terminal support your trip. The Lower Rio Nireguao’s mild weather and clear waters make mornings perfect for anglers.
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Confluence of the Rio Grande and Rio Cisnes I have never been to this river or at this hospitaje before. It is out of the way. Not in a town or village and off of the road, one can pass it by easily. It is nestled up between the mountains and the river. This February…
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Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, Arizona 2022 Whitewater Draw is a major winter rookery for Sandhill Cranes. There were tens of thousands of birds when I visited in February 2021, it was an experience I will never forget. The area is managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
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It is most important to remember to check your passport’s expiration date before booking your trip. Your passport should be valid for at least three months after your return flight home. I now understand why those who can afford it pay for expensive stays in Patagonian Fishing Lodges. Over the past couple of months, I’ve…
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