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Fishing Around The World

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Freshwater & Saltwater

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Contents

About WhereWiseMenFish 41

How to Get in Touch With Us 45

Who We Support 45

North America

Alaska West LodgeRoyal Coachman LodgeCopper River LodgeThe Suskeena LodgeThe Harrison Homestead

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South America

Las Buitreras LodgeRio Santa CruzThe Royal Amazon Lodge

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EuropeThe Western Loughs of Lough Corriband Lough MaskBaronscourt Estate

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Asia

Sweetwater Lodge

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Saltwater

Christmas IslandLos RoquesCarambola LodgeLos Jardines de la Reina

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Lough Erne and Lough Melvin

Meet our Photographers: 44

Welcome to WhereWiseMenFish

“l am very excited to share with you a selection of some of the best fishing-destinations in the world. As a person who believes passionately in the protection of the environment, l believe that companies such as WhereWiseMenFish can make a difference. Not only by endorsing lodges that operate policies such as "catch & release" but by giving one percent of its turnover to protecting the environment for all future generations."

WhereWiseMenFish specialise in giving our clients the experience of fly fishing in the best rivers in the world. When you go fishing wifh WhereWiseMenFish - you fish with confidence. As a dedicated fly fishing company we are committed to providing our customers with a first class range of fishing and accommodation.

What makes WhereWiseMenFish different is:

QUALITY, SERVICE, EXPERIENCE


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The superior quality of our fishing locations. Our fishing is amongst the best in the world. You will not be disappointed by the quantity and quality of wild fish you will catch.

The professional expertise of our guides. Quite simply, our local guides know where to fish and have a deep love for the sport. That makes all the difference.

The unique Iocation of our lodges. Set in some ot the most beautiful natural locations in the world and often in total wilderness, our lodges allow you to relax in comfort.

Our commitment to you. We will use our extensive knowledge, experience, care and attention to ensure that your next fishing trip is the best ever in a way that is enjoyable for you.

We hope we will have an opportunity to show you some of the best fishing in the world, we know you will not be disappointed.

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NORTH AMERICA

ALASKA

ALASKA West Lodge is aremote fishing camplocated on the banks of

the Kanektok River inSouthwest Alaska, whichguarantees first-class fishing incomplete wilderness.

The river has a tremendous run ofkings that come in from mid-June untilthe end of July. The absolute peak ofthe fishing is the first two to threeweeks. This is a big game fishadventure and once bitten by the bug,it’s a hard habit to cure. Atlanticsalmon anglers leave bewildered by theawesome power of these fly gobbling

giants. The fish are tide bright andsealiced and can be caught ontraditional “down and across” swingingtactics with double handed rods andbig spider patterns. This will appeal tothe cognoscenti of the Atlantic salmonworld.

Not to be overlooked is the fact thatthe river also has one of the best silversalmon runs along with superbrainbows and very strong runs of theother species. This means it can alsooffer out of this world fly fishing duringthe rest of the season.

With an angler to guide ratio of twoto one, Alaska West offers incrediblyhard working guiding professionalswho stop at nothing short of “making it

happen” for their angling clientele.The equipment, although an integralpart of the ensemble, is second only tothe can do attitude, enthusiasm andexpertise of this exceptional group ofindividuals. Alaska West is very proudof its entire staff. The crew is comprisedof motivated, dedicated and highlyskilled persons, whose commitment toa good job well done is seldomequalled in this industry.

Alaska West is one of Alaska’s mostfly fishable rivers offering a variedrange of fishing options, includingprolific runs of the five species ofPacific salmon, as well as dolly vardenand resident rainbow trout. It is truewilderness fishing at its best

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One of Alaska’s premier king and silver salmon rivers

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Alaska West Lodge is located in the Togiak National WildlifeRefuge, five miles upriver from the Alaska native village ofQuinhagak, on the banks of the Kanektok River in far westernAlaska along the coast of the Bering Sea. The wildlife refuge encompasses over four million acres of landthat the US government deemed should be managed for thebenefit of fish and wildlife populations and as a result the areais habitat to over 48 mammal species, including caribou, wolves,moose, brown and black bear, foxes, beaver, muskrats, minks,river otters, voles and porcupines.In summary, the refuge offers the visitor the chance toexperience a wilderness in its purest form.

The LodgeThe Alaska West Lodge is run as a deluxe tent lodge. This mean sthat anglers sleep in heated tents with carpeted wooden floorsThe tents are very comfortable and provide a very high standardof accommodation.Showers and sinks with hot andcold running water are allprovided. There is a separatedrying tent for wet waders andclothes. The lodge offers a staff toclient ratio of nearly one to oneensuring your every need is fullycatered for. The large dining tent gives plenty of room to spread out, relaxand enjoy the Alaska gourmet cuisine. It is not a lodge of whitelinen tablecloths and formality but rather a cosy place to spendthe week fishing, relaxing and enjying a very special place.

Hospitality, Food and DrinkThe resident Chef, Robert, is a culinary magician. His resumereads like a who’s who in world wide fine dining. It is amazinwhat mouth-watering surprises come forth from this humblekitchen in the bush and many long-time returning anglerscontend that they will keep coming as long as Robert is cooking.

Wise Men TipsWeather in Alaska can be very unpredictable. No matter whenyou visit, be prepared for highs in the 70s and lows in the 40s.July is typically the warmest month, with cooler temperatures inJune and August. Always be prepared for wind and rain.No Alaskan goes anywhere without good rain gear.

Client Comments“The trip was beyond our wildest expectations. The guidesconstantly had us into fish, and seemed to be having as muchfun as we were. The quality of the people is just one of thereasons Alaska West is such a great experience.”

B. Whiting — Glenwood Springs, CO

TRIP DETAILSSeason: June to early September

Fish Species: Pacific salmon (all five species), rainbowtrout and dolly varden.

Tackle: A 10 to 12 weight for kings, 8 to 10 weight for other salmon and 5 to 7 weight for rainbows and dolly varden.

Clothing: Adopt a layered approach. Good quality rain jacket, fleece and cotton undewear, lightweight waders and felt soled boots are necessities. A small rucksack, sunglasses, bug repellent and of course a camera.

Rate: $4,500 US Dollars for seven nights and six days. There are also additional three day trips available on selected dates priced at $2,550 US Dollars. Prices may vary

Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation (based on double

occupancy)•Six days guided fly fishing (usually Saturday to

Thursday). There is a 2:1 angler to guide ratio.•All flies, tackle and gear.•All meals and soft drinks.•All local and state taxes.

Lodge Capacity: Twenty-two anglers

Getting there: Fly into Quinhagak from Bethel, Alaska.Transportation to the lodge from Quinhagak is provided

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The Area

ALASKA

THE Royal Coachman Lodge islocated on the Nuyakuk Riverin the heart of the world

famous Bristol Bay sport fishingregion of Southwest Alaska in the1.6 million acre Wood-Tikchik StatePark.

The Bristol Bay region isundoubtedly the premier fishing areaof Alaska and has the largest salmonruns in the world.

Nowhere else on earth will youfind such a variety of sportfish. Thesheer numbers of fish supported bythis fishery is incredible. Within the

area we fish, all five species ofPacific salmon; kings, silvers,sockeye, chum and pinks, and sevenspecies of freshwater gamefishincluding, rainbow trout, dollyvarden, arctic char, arctic grayling,northern pike, lake trout, andsheefish, can be caught

A trip to the Nuyakuk is quitesimply whatever you want it to be.There is no pre-scheduled fishingprogramme. Every day is customtailored. Each morning, dependingon the type of fish you would like tocatch, the float plane will fly you out

to that section of the river where thefishing is at its prime. There is alsogreat fishing in front of the lodge andwith the Alaskan midnight sun youcan fish all night. Schools ofspawning salmon congregate in thehome pool where grayling rise almostconstantly.

Large rainbows and salmon can becaught from the dock. The NuyakukRiver offers exceptional fishing forsalmon and trout right in the heart ofthe most prolific salmon runs in theworld.

Alaska’s finest fly out fishing lodge since 1970

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The AreaThe Lodge sits on the banks of the Nuyakuk River, aquarter of a mile downstream from the outlet to TikchikLake, nestled in the 1.6 million acre Wood-TikchikState Park. The park contains 13 lakes that make up twodistinct watersheds. The entire northern watersheddrains into the Upper Nushagak River via the NuyakukRiver from the outlet of Tikchik Lake.The Kilbuck Mountains rise majestically from the watersedge where the western end of the lakes probe themountain range in spectacular fjords. This area ofAlaska is accessible only by floatplane. Most Alaskanlodges are located in small towns or native villages, butthe Royal Coachman Lodge, 65 air miles north ofDillingham, is totally isolated in the midst of this vastAlaskan wilderness. This is true wilderness fishing at itbest.

Royal Coachman LodgeThe lodge caters to a maximumof eight anglers per week, orprivate groups up to 12, with acamp staff of eight to ten people.This small number of guests andlarge staff ensures that you willreceive exceptional personalservice and attention in anintimate setting.

The lodge has four finelyfurnished guest cottages, withone or two bedrooms, andprivate baths. It also has two well appointed bedroomsin the main lodge. Each cabin or room has modernbath facilities, independent heat, excellent beds, andspectacular views of the river, the rapids and themajestic mountains. The small capacity of the lodge,the flexibility of the fishing schedule and the experienceand hospitality of the crew will ensure that your visit tothe Royal Coachman surpasses your highestexpectations.

Hospitality, Food and DrinkOur gourmet food will leave nothing to be desired.Fresh baked bread, pastries, and rolls complementmeals created by our professional kitchen staff. If there is something you crave, or if you have dietaryrestrictions, just let us know.

Wise Men TipsCombine a trip to the Royal Coachman Lodge with aweek of tailor made salmon and steelhead fishing innorth western British Columbia on rivers such as theSkeena, Kitimat or the Nass River.

Client Comments“Could not have had a better Alaska trip. Thanks to allthe folks that made a great week. We will return.”

T.H. — Raleigh, NC

ALASKA

Season: June to September

Fish Species: Pacific salmon (all five species), rainbowtrout, arctic char, dolly varden, lake trout, grayling, sheefish and northern pik

Tackle: A 7 to 11 weight for salmon, 5 to 8 weight for trout and char, 4 to 6 weight for grayling and 8 to 9 weight for pike and sheefish

Clothing: Adopt a layered approach. Good quality rain jacket, fleece and cotton undewear, lightweight waders and felt soled boots.A small rucksack, sunglasses, bug repellent and of course a camera

Rate: $6,450 US Dollars for seven nights and six days. Group discounts available. Prices may vary


occupancy)•Six days guided fly out fishing (usually Sunday to

Sunday) •All meals, soft drinks, local and state taxes, fishing

licenses and fishing flies•Round trip floatplane transportation from Dillingham

to lodge•Does not include alcohol, King Salmon stamps and

gratuities

Lodge Capacity: Eight anglers (private groups up to 12)

Getting there: Fly into Dillingham, Alaska. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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ALASKAC O P P E R R I V E R L O D G E

Alaska’s premier wild rainbow and salmon river

THE Copper River is one of the premierwild rainbow trout rivers in Alaska;and considered by many to be one of

the premier fly fishing rivers in the world.It is a State of Alaska designated “trophy

rainbow river” and regulated to “fly fishingonly; catch and release.” It is thisdesignation that has kept the fishing on theriver so outstanding. The Copper River is aclassic trout stream packed with long, dry,fly glides, deep winding pools studded withboulders, faster riffles, and deep undercutbanks.

The Copper River is one of the last placesin the world where fly fishermen can do

battle with wild rainbow trout that reachwell over ten pounds. These rainbows arethe largest in Alaska. They are bright silver,full of fire and a real joy to catch.

For the serious salmon fisherman there isalso a prolific run of sockeye salmon.Salmon are so abundant and such hardfighters that a fisherman’s arm will tire longbefore the end of the day arrives.

When the sockeye first run into the river,this is a particularly enticing time for the flyfisherman who enjoys incredible salmonfishing or sight-fishing nymphs and dry fliesto Alaska-size rainbows in some very thinwater.

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Season: June to early October

Fish Species: Rainbow trout and sockeye salmon

Tackle: A 4 to 8 weight rod with a floatinline

Clothing: Adopt a layered approach. Good quality rain jacket, fleece andcotton underwear, lightweight waders and felt soled boots. A small rucksack, sunglasses, bug repellent and of course a camera

Rate: $3,900 US Dollars for seven nightsand six days. Prices may vary


occupancy)•Six-and-a-half days guided fishing•All meals and soft drinks•All local and state taxes, leaders, tippet and

fishing flies•Round trip floatplane from Iliamna to lodge

Lodge Capacity: Six anglers (private groups up to eight)

Getting there: Fly to Iliamna, Alaska. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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The AreaWe have chosen what we believe to be one of the bestrivers in Alaska in an area of outstanding naturalbeauty. The Copper River Lodge is unlike most otherAlaskan lodges which are typically located in smalltowns and native villages, because it is totally isolatedin the midst of the vast Alaskan wilderness andtherefore offers you the best Alaska has to offer both interms of fishing and a unique wilderness experience. This is an area where towering mountains preside overa magnificent landscape, and the rivers are filled withthe world’s greatest sportfish.

The Copper River LodgeThe Copper River Lodge only caters to six fly fishinganglers a week. This ensures personal service, and arelaxing atmosphere that is impossible to find at manyother larger lodges in Alaska. The lodge is the onlyoperation located directly on the river, so we nevermiss a day of fishing due to the weather. Additionally,use of a 20-foot lake boat is available to access otherrivers in the area.From your arrival on the lodge dock until yourdeparture, you will enjoy an unrivalled standard ofpersonal service. What most distinguishes this lodgefrom the others is the professional guide staff.For them guiding is a profession, not a summer job.They understand that flexibility is the key to anyholiday and have extensive experience with flyfisherman in destinations as far as Mongolia, SouthAmerica, Russia and throughout Alaska.

Hospitality, Food and DrinkOur gourmet food will leave nothing to be desired.Fresh baked bread, pastries, and rolls complementmeals created by our professional kitchen staff. If there is something you crave, or if you have dietaryrestrictions, just let us know.

Wise Men TipsPlease be aware that the Copper River Lodge has a60 to 90% rebooking rate, so openings are limited.

Client Comments“This has been the best trip my son and I haveexperienced since we started our annual trips in 1990— a combination of quality fishery, staff and facilitymade the trip a success.”A.K. — Atascadero, CA

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BRITISH COLUMBIA

EVERY year the runs of salmonthat enter British Columbia’srivers number in the tens of

millions. However, for many anglers,the real prize that British Columbiahas to offer is the phenomenal runsof large wild steelhead.

These fish are probably the hardestfighting and most acrobatic of allgame fish and British Columbia hassome of the most incredible andexciting steelhead fishing in theworld.

There are few rivers where it ispossible to catch steelhead up 30pounds.

The Sustut is one of them and isregarded as one of the finest of thenorthern steelhead rivers in BritishColumbia. The fish on the Sustut areamong British Columbia’s largest andaverage around 12 pounds, but oftenreach well into the high twenties.There are 30 to 35 pound fish landedyearly.

The river is also one of the mostbeautiful with a great mix of longboulder filled runs, short pockets,great side channels and unforgettableglassy dry fly guides.

The Sustut River has severaladvantages over other rivers:

no crowds, clear water and its fish arehuge... built for a long, cold winter.Due to its remote nature, it is tooexpensive for weekend travellers tovisit, so there is little angling pressureand much of the water remainsunfished throughout a season

The fish are all wild, large and verynumerous and contrary to publicopinion, steelhead are aggressive andeasily catchable for an angler of anyskill level. Perhaps one of thegreatest joys on the Sustut River is tofish the dry fly as it is without doubtone of the most exciting ways tocatch a steelhead.

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Wild steelhead fishing at its best

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Season: Mid-August to late October

Fish Species: Steelhead, king and silver salmon

Tackle: An 11 to 14ft single-handed 9/10 weight fly rod with a floatingintermediate and sinking line. We can provide tackle on request

Clothing: Light jacket, warm fleece, chestwaders, sunglasses and a floatation jacket are allrecommended

Rate: $4,600 US Dollars for seven nights and six days. Prices may vary

Package Includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six days guided fly fishing•All meals and soft drinks•All local and state taxes•All transport on arrival at Smithers airport

Lodge Capacity: Nine anglers

Getting There: Fly into Smithers from Vancouver.We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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The AreaForget the summer run chrome bright steelhead for amoment and consider the surroundings. On the Sustutyou will be surrounded by the most breathtakingscenery imaginable. Countryside of rugged mountainsand forests full of wildlife make this river such aspecial place to fish.The river itself is truly a jewel that is for most partlargely unknown except among a core group offanatics that fish the river on an annual basis hopingto crack the magic 30-pound mark for steelhead.

The Suskeena LodgeSuskeena Lodge is located on theSustut River in northern BritishColumbia. The lodge itself isaccessed by either helicopter orfixed-wing Gand Caravan from thetown of Smithers.At the private airstrip you will bemet by Suskeena Lodge staff in avehicle for your transfer to thelodge. It is a short drive.Cabins are well furnished and havea stove and a bathroom with a shower, flushing toiletand sitting area. The cabins are some of the nicest wehave encountered at any steelhead lodge anywhere.The main lodge building is a charming custom builtlog building with ample room to relax for a drink, eata great meal or simply to sit and enjoy drinks by thefire place.With just nine anglers, the atmosphere is just right.The lodge has great views, overlooking a primesteelhead run and a mountainside flanked with ceda,aspen, birch and alder. In the Autumn, the colours aresimply beautiful.

Wise Men TipsCombine a trip to the Suskeena Lodge with a week ofsalmon fishing in Alaska such as at the RoyalCoachman Lodge or, alternatively, go sightseeing andshopping in Vancouver.

Did You Know?You can view a short video clip of our fishing trips onour website — just go to our web page titled “VideoClips” — and enjoy!

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MONTANA

BLESSED with miles ofrivers, Montana offersunrivalled fly fishing for

wild rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Whether you arefloating down a river in a driftboat, enjoying one of the manyspring fed lakes, or simplywading your way up a smallcreek, Montana offers anoutstanding variety of fishingwaters which provide arewarding fishing experience forall skill levels.

Our “fly fish Montana” and“Spring Creek” packages offer achance to explore the pristinecentral Yellowstone Valley.

With our expert guides, youwill enjoy fish filled daysfollowed by wonderful mealsoverlooking the Vermillion ranch.

The waters we fish are wellknown for their prolific hatchesof caddis, mayflies, stone flies,and terrestrials with the wildtrout averaging 14 to 16 inches.Montana is the place to catch thetrophy trout of your lifetime.

The ranch, located on thebanks of the Yellowstone River,with a mile of river frontage, willbe your home during your stay.At the centre of the ranch is theHarrison Homestead , the oldesthome in Sweetgrass county, andrecently placed on the NationalHistoric Register. Completelyrenovated in 2001, thehomestead accommodates up tosix anglers in rustic elegancewith all meals cooked by ourpersonal chef.

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Catch trophy trout in the continental United States’ premier flyfishing destination

Season: April to October

Fish Species: Rainbow, brown and cut-throat trout

Tackle: A 3 to 5 weight rod for trout with floating line is best. We can provide tackle on request

Clothing: Warm fleece, chest waders,hiking boots, lightweight waterproof jacket, sunglasses and a floatation jacket are allrecommended

Rate: $2,400 US Dollars for six nights and five days. Prices may vary

Package includes: •Six nights accommodation•Five days guided fly fishing (based on two

anglers per guide)•Float trip on the Yellowstone River•All meals, beer, wine and soft drinks•All transport to rivers and spring creeks

Lodge Capacity: Six anglers

Getting there: Fly into Bozeman, Montana.We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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The AreaThe Harrison Homestead is situated in the heart ofMontana’s blue ribbon trout water. The lodge is locatedon the banks of the Yellowstone River and SweetgrassCreek with over a mile of river frontage on theYellowstone. The Harrison Homestead is protected bya conservation easement and is home to a remarkablepopulation of deer, upland birds, raptors, and waterfowl.

The landscape is a mix of fertile river valleys linedwith groves of cottonwoods, willow, wide openmeadows, and upland sagebrush country. The Crazy,Absarokee and Beartooth mountain ranges are visiblefrom the lodge.

This is truly where the mountains meet the prairieand is a very special part of Montana that is a real joy tofish in.

The Harrison Homestead LodgeWe have designed our Montana package around amagnificently restored farmhouse, the HarrisonHomestead. As the name indicates, the Homesteadenjoys a rich history which has prompted its placementon the National Register of Historic Places.

The Homestead is a peaceful, relaxing and enjoyablehome located in the middle of a very pastoral setting.The rooms are large, charming and authenticallyre-furbished. Each room comfortably accommodates twoanglers. The dining room and living room are bothcomfortable and well furnished with pieces from the era.

Hospitality, Food and DrinkOur private chef is able to deliver professional meals tosuit any fishermens tastes. The cuisine will leave nothingto be desired. Fresh baked bread, pastries and rollscomplement meals that highlight creatively preparedlocal beef, seafood, and garden fresh vegetables. Thehigh repeat rate among our clients has made this awonderful place to guide.

Wise Men TipsOften overlooked, excellent fishing can be enjyed inMontana early in the season particularly in the springcreeks.

Client Comments“The Harrison Homestead was a refreshing approach tofly fishing in Montana great food, great—accommodations, and of course, great fishing”JM — Boston, MA

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SOUTH AMERICA

ARGENTINA

Atrip to the Rio Gallegos Riveroffers the adventurous anglerthe opportunity to pit his

skills against the trout of Argentina.These fish can reach sizes of 25lbsand over and will reward the anglerwith arm wrenching takes andblistering runs, interspersed withregular acrobatic displays.

Las Buitreras lodge is home to themost prolific beats on the RioGallegos, consisting of over 40kmsof private water comprising 50named pools. The fishing is excitingand varied with pools ranging fromdeep stony runs to cut banks andstreamy shingle flats. Relativelyshallow, the river makes for easywading, obviating the need for fastsinking lines and creating anexciting and challenging fishingenvironment. It is this variety incombination with the visuallyinspiring mountainous outcrops thatmakes this part of the Rio Gallegos

quite simply one of the mostspectacular stretches of fly fishingwater in Patagonia.

Sometimes explosive, alwayschallenging, fishing for sea troutrequires a level of skill, watercraftand understanding that can frustratethe average salmon angler.However, armed with the correctknowledge to unlock these secrets,the fishing on the Rio Gallegos canbe immensely rewarding. To helpyou we pride ourselves on havingwho we consider to be some of thebest guides available. Veryknowledgeable and talentedfishermen, they are the epitome ofwhat guided fishing is all aboutFriendly, able to speak very goodEnglish and usually with a secret flybox tucked away with unsightly butdeadly creations they will ensurethat you get the very most out ofyour trip.

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The premier lodge for sea trout on the Rio Gallegos River in southern Patagonia

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The AreaThe Rio Gallegos River is nearly 300kms in length andhas its origin in the Southern Andes with two pristineand very beautiful streams, the Penitente and theRuebens. Winding its way through the wild Patagonianlandscape it emerges into the surprisingly mountainousarea that encompasses the Las Buiteras beats, some40kms from the river mouth. The flood plain that liebetween these outcrops teems with birdlife, alongsidelarge numbers of rheas, silver foxes, hares andguanaco.

Las Buitreras LodgeThe lodge is a traditional estancia house which hasbeen recently renovated and consists of five double andtwo single bedrooms, all with en-suite baths orshowers. Clean and functional it makes for a perfect,relaxing environment to unwind after a days fishing.

House wines and beers are in plentiful supply orindeed should the urge arise you may choose toindulge in something special from the well-stockedcellar. For those wishing to maintain a trim waistlinebeware because our chef is not only a master but alsoincredibly versatile! You will enjoy some simplyexcellent cuisine ranging from traditionally barbecuedArgentinean meat feasts to fresh sushi with all theoriental complements.

Loop Tackle ServiceAs a Loop sponsored and run lodge, Las Buitreras isused as a field testing station for the latest range ofLoop rods, lines and reels. Guests are invited to trial orborrow the gear during your stay and assisted byworld-class casting instructor, Klaus Frimour, yourtechniques can be honed to perfection during your stay.

Wise Men TipsTake full advantage of your time in Patagonia andextend your stay with three day packages to fish forsteelhead on the Santa Cruz River or huge rainbowtrout at Jurassic Lake.

Client Comments“Words fail me! Every aspect of this holiday wasoutstanding. The food, guides and general managementwere quite simply exceptional. I will be back!”G. Rees — Great Britain

“I’m sure everybody says that it’s a trip of a lifetime, theonly thing is, they are all correct; definitely true. Youare treated like a king from the moment you arrive; staff& guides are all A1 and that’s not to forget thestupendous fishing, wildlife and of course thewonderful beer and wine. Looking forward to comingback next year.”J. Murray — N.Ireland

ARGENTINAL A B U I T R E R A S L O D G E

Season: January to April

Fish Species: Sea trout

Tackle: A single handed 9 to 10 ft rod and a 10 to 13 ft double-handed rod with floating and intermediate lineswill cover all eventualities. Rods are available to borrow at the lodge

Clothing: Chest waders combined with a mix of warm wind-proof clothing

Rate: $4,500 US Dollars for seven nights and six days guided fishing.Prices may vary

Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six days guided fishing•All meals, including house wines and beers•All transport on arrival at Rio Gallegos Airport

Lodge Capacity: Eight anglers

Getting there: Fly into Rio Gallegos Airport, southern Argentina. A service package is available covering all movements on arrival at Buenos Aires International Airport. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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ARGENTINA

THE mighty Rio Santa Cruz ishome to the only steelheadruns on the whole Atlantic

coast. From February to Maychrome bright steelhead between8 and 25lbs enter the river fromthe ocean in huge numbers.

This majestic waterway rises inthe huge glacier fed LagosArgentinos in the Andes and thencarves its way for over 360kmsthrough the sere brown Patagonianplains to the Atlantic Ocean.The milky blue appearance andlatent power of the river createa striking impression resulting in asteelhead fly fishery like no other.

Pioneers in the 1900’sintroduced rainbow troutoriginating from California’s

McCloud River. Forgotten andvirtually untouched by the hand ofman these fish were allowed toflourish and now representprobably the single largestuntapped steelhead resource inthe world. Steelhead on the SantaCruz hit the fly hard and as befitstheir powerful environment oftenrun out huge lengths of line inacrobatic fashion.

Steelhead have often beencredited as being one, if not the,hardest fighting migratory fish andthe specimens in Santa Cruz areno exception. Using fast, rigid,inflatable boats we have theability to cover greater expanses ofthe river than ever before and thelimit to what can be fished isrestricted only by your stamina.

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Fishing for steelhead in probably the world’s last great-untapped steelhead river

Season: March to April

Fish Species: Steelhead trout

Tackle: A 7 to 9 weight, single or double-handed fly rod with afloating, intermediate and sinkingline. We can provide tackle on request

Clothing: Light jacket, warm fleece, chestwaders, sunglasses and a floatation jacket are allrecommended


Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six days guided fishing (based on two anglers

per guide)•All meals, beers, wines and soft drinks•All transport from Rio Gallegos Airport


Getting there: Fly into Rio Gallegos, Argentina. Service package available from Buenos Aires International airport. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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We do not profess to know more than 20% of the available water,however, what we do know is that 20% is more than a match for agroup of eight intrepid anglers.The Santa Cruz should be considered as nothing less than anawesome glacial river running at a rapid pace through a highdesert environment. This is emphatically not a river for the be ginneror inexperienced fly fisher and whilst wading and bank fishing areless intimidating than they first appear noboy shouldunderestimate the challenge of fishing for sea run rainbows in thisenvironment.

We have, however, recruited Mario, probably the mostexperienced guide that Santa Cruz has to offer, with over twodecades of experience guiding for steelhead on the river, he quitesimply knows where to fish.

The Area & The FishingIn 2005 and 2006 we conducted test fishing progams along the

length of the river. Whereas before all fishing on the river ha dbeen limited to the lower stretches of the river for the first time wenow have access to the entire length and breadth. Over theprevious two seasons we experienced some exceptional fishing andthis has given us the knowledge and the opportunity to gain an un-paralleled understanding of this mighty and prolific river.

Optional Two Day Trip to Jurassic LakeAs part of the package we also plan to offer two days of fishing

for huge rainbow trout in our newly found Jurassic Lake. For thosewho choose to travel to Jurassic Lake it takes 5 to 6 hours and theroads are extremely tough. The pay off for those who make the t ripis wild rainbows from 5 to 20 pounds in a remote and virtuallyuntouched area of Patagonia.

The LodgeOur operation will be based at the Piedra Buena hotel, located

by the river, where we will have our own service area, nice roo msand a dining area for our anglers. The operation will be superv isedby a manager that will make sure all is running smoothly and canoffer help with tackle and instruction. Furthermore, we will haveour own chef to guarantee the standard of food that we are knownfor in Las Buitreras.

Loop Tackle ServiceAs a Loop run and sponsored lodge, San Ramon will have thelatest array of Loop rods, reels and lines available to trial or borrowthroughout your stay.

Wise Men Tips• Combine a trip to Santa Cruz with a trip to Las Buitreras (also inArgentina) in search of sea trout, the traditional quarry of Pa tagoniafishermen.

Did You Know?You can view a short video clip of the amazing fishing at Rio SantaCruz on our website — just go to the web page titled “Video Clips”— and enjoy!

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THE fishery on the Agua BoaRiver is without doubt one ofthe best we have encountered.

It is perfectly suited to fly fishing.The water is so clear, that moststrikes are visible. Many anglers visitthe Royal Amazon Lodge strictly tosight fish for peacock bass, arowana,pacu and a host of other junglespecies. The Royal Amazon Lodge onthe Agua Boa River is the Amazon’sfirst and only fly fishing peacockbass lodge.

Fishing includes the three speciesof peacock bass: the butterfly (up to10 pounds), the paca (up to 20

pounds), and the temensis (up to 24pounds). Peacock bass are perhapsone of the toughest gamefish aroundTheir top water strike is often soferocious that the entire fish will flyseveral feet out of the water with thefly. Once hooked peacocks exhibita savvy toughness unknown to troutand largemouth bass fisherman

A large peacock is unstoppable onits first few runs. These fish are notfor the weak of heart. Everyone thatfishes the Royal Amazon will returnwith stories of stripped reels,destroyed tackle and memories ofgiants that couldn’t be stopped.

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Catch trophy sized peacock bass in the crystal clear waters of a tropical rainforest

Season: November to April

Fish Species: Peacock bass (also butterfly,paca, arowana and temesis)

Tackle: An 8 or 9 weight rod, large arbor reel, floating lines and a 25 to 30pound tippet

Clothing: Fishing shoes, shorts, long and short sleeve shirts, swimsuit and a raincoat suited for the tropics

Rate: $4,600 US Dollars for seven nights and six days guided fishing Prices may vary

Package Includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six and a half days guided fly fishing (typically

Saturday to Saturday)•All meals, beers, wine and soft drinks•All transport on arrival at Manaus Airport,

Brazil

Lodge Capacity: Twelve anglers

Getting There: Fly to Manaus, Brazil. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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The AreaThe Amazon Rainforest has long inspired awe andwonder whether viewed as an environmentalist, anaturalist or simply as a result of being mesmerised infront of a television documentary. The Agua Boa Riverin the midst of the Amazon Basin, the world’s largestfreshwater river system and the largest ecosystemanywhere on the planet represents a truly remarkableenvironment. Quite apart from the fishing you are likelyto not only hear the sounds and smells of the jungle butsee a huge variety of wildlife including monkeys,manatee, river otters, parrots, toucans and anteaters toname but a few.

Royal Amazon LodgeThe Royal Amazon lodge is located in one of theAmazon Rainforest’s last remaining tracts of uncut anduninhabited rainforest. Flanked by a combination ofupland forest, flood forest and svannah with itsunspoilt diversity of wildlife it makes for both aninteresting and scenic stay.

The lodge itself provides fishermen with exceptionalcomfort, warm and friendly service, in a secluded andprivate location. On top of this the size of the lodge islimited to afford anglers a greater expanse of fishingwater whilst fostering a homely atmosphere and it isthis combination of factors which allows us to state thatyou will not find a better lodge in theAmazon.

Alternative ActivitiesBrazil is a fascinating country to visit, not only for therainforest but for the vibrant energy of its cities.Manaus is the capital of the state of Amazonas and isthe hub for peacock bass fishermen tavelling to theAmazon. It is a city built upon the wealth of the forestand although its riches have faded since the days of therubber barons, its history and architecture remain verymuch alive. It is well worth a day visiting the famousopera house and markets of the city after you havefinished our fishing trip

Wise Men TipsThere is an abundance of wildlife to be seen duringyour trip, so make sure to read up beforehand withwildlife books such as the excellent “Brazil: Amazon& Pantanal” by David Pearson and Les Beletsky(available to buy on our website).

Client Comments“Imagine sight casting to a pack of 10~18 poundpeacock bass — bright green with black stripes —driving one pound baitfish onto white sand beaches.It is absolutely frantic. The Royal Amazon is not to bemissed!”CC — Ketchum, ID

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IRELAND

THE west of Ireland is blessedwith large crystal-clear limestoneloughs that support a massive

population of wild brown trout. Thesetrout are some of the fittest andstrongest you will catch anywhere andfight far beyond their size. You willhave the chance to catch the trout of alifetime and fish over 10lbs are takenon the fly every year with trout of 5lbsto 7lbs not uncommon. There is, also,an opportunity to catch large ferroxtrout but these are normally onlycaught deep trolling (the Corrib recordwas broken in 2004 with a fish ofalmost 22lbs).

The fishing season on these loughsfall into distinctive periods whencertain methods far-out fish othersFrom opening day on 15th Februarywet fly fishing is the norm when the

fish can be found feeding on shrimp,hoglouse and small fry. This is followedby the duck-fly which usually starts inmid-March and continues to mid-April.At this time buzzer fishing is by far thebest method but dries and small wetscan also work.

From mid-April to mid-May there is‘Olive’ fishing on wet, dry and nymphsduring which time buzzer can also playa major part. Early May to mid-Junebrings the famous ‘Mayfly’ hatches. Thefishing at this time can be superb forboth wet fly and dry fly, as well asdapping the live insects. Hatchingthroughout the olive and mayflyhatches are massive ‘greyboy’ and‘campo’ buzzers which trout also feedon. An evening spent gnat fishing or‘ball and buzzer’ fishing is also highlyrecommended.

Around these great loughs the localschool children get a special week’sholiday to collect Mayfly and sell themto the visiting anglers to make somepocket money.

June to mid-August daytime troutfishing depends on weather conditions,whereby early morning and lateevening fishing can be more productivewhen sedges hatch in large numbers.Mid-August through to the end of theseason trout can be found over deepwater feeding on daphnia as well ason sedges and fry in the shallows.

In summary, throughout the entirefishing season, these loughs offer thevisiting angler ample opportunities andvaried methods to catch beautiful wildbrown trout for which this region hasbecome so famous.

The western loughs of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask

Catch superb wild brown trout in idyllic surroundings

Season: 15th February to 30th September.

Fish Species: Wild brown trout and salmon.

Tackle: A 6 to 7 weight fly rod (9.5ft to10ft) with selection of fly line densities. A goodselection of traditional Irish wet and dry flies, mayflies and buzzers all of whichcan be purchased at the lodge.

Clothing: The weather there can be very unpredictable so adopt a layered approach. Include good quality waterproofjacket and trousers, hat and sunglasses.

Rate: The bed & breakfast per night is €40 Euros and the boat (with engine and guide)is €140 Euros per day. Packed lunches are also available for €10 Euros per day. Seven nights bed & breakfast and six daysfishing (including boat with engine, lunchand a guide) is €1,580 Euros for two anglers. For the self catering cottage the cost per week from February to the end of June is €480 Euros and from July to the end of September is €530 Euros. The cottage is let from Saturday to Saturday and no part weeks are available. Prices may vary.

Package includes:

•Bed & breakfast, packed lunch, boat, engine and guide for as many days as required.

•Not included is transport to and from the lodge.We recommend you consider hiring a car.

•Gratuities to boatmen are at the discretion of the angler.

Lodge Capacity: Ten anglers (plus five self catering)

Getting there: Fly into Dublin, Shannon or Galway airports.We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require.

TRIP DETAILSThe Area‘The Gillies Lair’, Ardnasillagh Lodge is situated on thewestern shores of lough Corrib near the village of Oughterardin Connemara County Galway. Oughterard being the nearesttown is only two kilometres away and has numerous pubsand restaurants. The beautiful historic city of Galway is only25 minutes away by car and offers excellent shopping, pubs,clubs and restaurants. A short distance away is the renownedKylemore Abbey and Maam Cross of the “Quiet Man” filmfame. Apart from the sight-seeing and hill-walking this area iswell known for its golf courses and sea fishing as well as itsbreath taking scenery and numerous beautiful beaches.

The Gillies Lair Ardnasillagh LodgeBasil and Maura Shields have developed the lodge over the

past 10 years and it now boasts four twin rooms and twodouble rooms all of a high standard. A newly extendeddinning room / lounge and kitchen offer a friendlycomfortable atmosphere and the recently built rod / dryingroom and boat house are an excellent addition. No matterwhat you have forgotten topack all the necessary tackle isavailable from Basil. There isno other lodge on LoughCorrib so well equipped, soangler friendly, or soconvenient to fishing thelough.

Also available is a selfcatering cottage just next door. The cottage is of a highstandard with a fully fitted kithen, a large lounge, and threebedrooms all with ensuite facilities. All bed linen is suppliedand adjacent to the lodge is a garage and drying room withfreezer facilities.

Wise Men Tips• Our resident “Wise Man”, the famous Corrib fly fishermanBasil Shields, points out that “Lough Corrib and Maskcomplement each other well as when one turns moody theother turns on and vice versa.” So be sure to try both loughsand you should never be stuck for some excellent fly fishing.• We also recommend that you be sure to sample a pint ortwo of the excellent Guinness served in the local bars inOughterard; this is where all the fishermen go after a longday’s fishing and is a good place to pick up some usefulfishing tips

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IRELAND

THE Baronscourt stretch ofthe scenic River Mourne isone of the hidden secrets

of the salmon fishing world. Poolafter pool of picture-perfect flywater unfolds before the angler’seye on a river that quietlycontinues to out-fish most otherwell known and renownedrivers. Baronscourt is located ina beautiful part of Ireland,situated in completely unsploitcountryside, it offers first-classaccommodation and exceptionalfishing

The River Mourne is believed to beone of the best salmon rivers in NorthernEurope, on par with Ireland’s Moy andBlackwater rivers and Scotland’s River

Tweed. The official fish counter locatedfive miles down stream recorded 16,000fish passing through it in 2004, most ofthese fish head through the BaronscourtEstate water to their spawning groundsfurther upstream.

At the Baronscourt Estate , you willhave direct access to 16 named fishingpools. The most famous pool is the“Snaa” pool which is similar in itsappearance to “the Junction” on theRiver Tweed as the prolific Derg tributaryenters the river at this point.

This high quality fishery also enjoysexcellent access together with expertadvice from the estate’s ghillie (guide).

Sea trout fishing is also available onthe River Mourne with the larger troutarriving first in early-to-mid-June withthe bulk of smaller fish arriving from Julyonwards to the end of the season.

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Irish salmon fishing on the Duke of Abercorn’s family estate

Season: April to October

Fish Species: Salmon and sea trout (excellent pike fishing is also available onthe estate’s private lake)

Tackle: Salmon: an 8 to 11 weight rod and sea trout: a 6 to 8 weight rod

Clothing: Adopt a layered approach. Good quality rain jacket, fleece, lightweighwaders and felt soled boots with studded heels. A wading staff is helpful on some pools

Rate: Fishing cost ranges from £55 UK Pounds to £75 UK Pounds per day, depending on time of year. Fishing is only available to those guests staying at the estate accommodation and is limited to four rods. Minimum length of stay is three nights with two days’ fishing. Accommodationcost varies depending on time of year from £395 to £540 per week for four people sharing. Prices may vary

Package includes:•Daily fishing on the River Mourne (guides are

available and are strongly recommended)•All transport on arrival and return to any Belfast

airport

Lodge Capacity: Eight people (four per lodge)

Getting there: Fly into either Belfast International or George Best Belfast City Airport. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

TRIP DETAILSThe AreaSituated in a sheltered valley in the foothills of theSperrin Mountains in Ireland’s County Tyrone, youcome across an oasis of peace and tranquility.Baronscourt, the home of the Duke of Abercorn’sfamily since 1612, is among that handful of oldfamily estates which combine great historical andarchitectural interest with a landscape ofoutstanding natural beauty.

The Baronscourt LodgeGuests have a choiceof excellent selfcateringaccommodation on theBaronscourt Estate.Thetwo storey Clock Towerforms part of theBaronscourt StableYard and dates from 1890. This charming buildinghas been completely refurbished and newlyfurnished and can comfortably accommodate up tofour people.

The Governor’s Lodge, so-called from the timeit was used by the Governor’s guard, is situated tothe left of the Clock Tower and dates from the sameperiod. Like the Clock Tower, this delightful twostorey building can accommodate up to fourpeople and has also been completely refurbishedand newly furnished. Both lodges have attained atourist board four star rating and are fullyapproved.

Wise Men TipsThe famous Irish shrimp fly patterns weredeveloped on the Mourne and surrounding rivers,make sure your box contains an ample supply insizes 8 to 14 as they remain deadly to this day.

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HE Fermanagh Lakeland is one of the most scenic areas of Ireland that not only

offers some of the best wild trout fishing but also the chance of catching Atlantic salmon. WhereWiseMenFish gives you the chance to enjoy excellent fishing, accommodation, food and the famous Irish hospitality. Traditional lough style fishing is the norm drifting from a 19' lough boat and for those less experienced anglers we can offer instruction from fully qualified guides.Lower Lough Erne is a huge expanse of water 18 miles long and up to five miles wide, with depths of up to 200 feet and many islands and rocky outcrops. This

gives an ideal habitat for wild brown trout which average 2lbs with many much larger specimens caught each season. Early season fishing starts in the shallows around the rocky areas where the trout are feeding on hog louse and shrimp. This is then followed in early April with the duck fly hatch and the olive hatch towards the end of April and start of May. The highlight of the season is the mayfly, for which Lough Erne is justly famous. The mayfly hatch lasts three to four weeks and fantastic sport can be had pulling wet flies through the waves as well as fishing dries. In July and August fishing can be challenging but fishing early morning and late evening with sedge patterns can be excellent. From mid-August to the end of the season traditional wet fly fishing is the best as the fish turn on to daphnia. Also available on the Erne, when trout fishing is slow, is the chance to catch pike on the fly. The Pike is Irelands largest fresh water predator and

can provide excellent sport with the possibility of catching some very big fish.

Lough Melvin compliments Lough Erne due to the fact that it not only fishes throughout the season but it can fish well due to the fact it holds four separate trout species as well as salmon and char. No artificial stocking has ever taken place on Melvin and the trout have not changed since the Ice Age, making this Lough a must for the wild trout enthusiast. The four species of trout are brown trout, gillaroo, sonaghan, and ferrox. So different genetically are these that scientists have suggested that they be regarded as separate species. Salmon enter Lough Melvin from January each year but the fishing on the Lough does not start until 1st February. They are frequently caught while trout fishing and therefore add a bit of spice to your days fishing throughout the year.

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Boat fishing for wild trout on some of the best lakes in Ireland

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The AreaThis area of Ireland is blessed with beautiful scenery, historic houses and estates and ancient sites. Walking and sightseeing are a must and there are many places to visit in the area including for example Castle Coole – a magnificent neo-classical house with fine interiors and furnishings from before 1830. There is also the Marble Arch Caves – these Mesozoic limestone caves have an extensive network of caverns that can be viewed from a boat. On top of all this is the excellent shopping in Enniskillen town and not to be forgotten are the many friendly and high quality pubs and restaurants.

The Lodge – Lusty BegThe Lusty Beg cottages are situated in the heart of the Fermanagh Lakeland and the accommodation is second to none. Located on a 75 acre private island on Lower Lough Erne the log cabins are fully equipped and furnished. There are 11 cabins that sleep up to six persons all over looking the Lough. They have a fully equipped kitchen, two twin rooms and a master bedroom with ensuite facilities. Breakfast and packed lunches are available from the restaurant on request.Also available is bed and breakfast accommodation in the Courtyard Motel and all rooms are ensuite and of a high standard. The complex also boasts an excellent bar and restaurant as well as leisure facilities including a swimming pool, tennis court, nature trail and conference centre.

The famous Lough Erne guide, Brian Crothers, gave the following two tips.

“Don't overlook fishing on Lough Erne. It has been a well kept secret and holds large numbers of quality wild brown trout.” “Sonaghan (the native trout to Lough Melvin) are extremely sporting fish and fight far beyond their size.”

“I fished with Brian last season on Lough Erne. It is a massive water but he had the uncanny ability to put us over plenty of fish. Great sport – I will definitely be back!”Chris Taylor – Norfolk, UK

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Wild brown trout and salmon.

9 ½ to 10 foot fly rod rated 6 to 7 and aselection of line densities.

The weather can be very unpredictableso adopt a layered approach. Includegood quality waterproof jacket andtrousers, hat and sunglasses.

Fishing is £180 (UK pounds) per day fortwo persons sharing a boat. Lodge pricesvary from £475 per week low season to£590 high season for up to six personssharing. Prices may vary.

Accommodation, boat, engine and qualified guidefor as many days as required.Not included is the transport to and form the lodge,permits and licences.We recommend you consider hiring a car.Gratuities to the boatmen are at the discretion ofthe angler.

Each of the 11 cottages canaccommodate up to six guests.

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TRIP DETAILSSalmon on Lough Melvin 1st February to30th September. Brown trout 1st Marchto 30th September on Lough Erne and15th February to 30th September onLough Melvin.

MONGOLIA

MONGOLIA presents a rareglimpse of a wild exotic landunchanged in time.

For most, just the opportunity toexperience a pristine unfenced landscape,undeveloped river valleys lined withhealthy forests and high peaks or a pair ofMongolian riders driving their stockthrough a high mountain meadow on acrisp fall morning is enough.

Combine this with the opportunity tocatch the world’s largest most aggressivesalmonid and a unique and compellingproposition begins to unfold. The taimenhave been known to reach weights of 200pounds in the rivers of Siberia and arerenowned for their voracious strikes.

Most of our fishing for the taimen is donewith dry flies and we have not found anyfish unwilling to take a properly fished dryfly swinging across their lie. In ourexperience, these are the greatestfreshwater gamefish in the world.

All fishing is catch and release withsingle, barbless hooks. Taimen are handledwith the utmost of care and considerationof the fish’s well being.

We regard the fishery as one of theplanet’s healthiest taimen populations. Themost overlooked aspect of the fishing is thedry fly fishing for lenok, the oldest memberof the trout family. Lenok run from 16 to 30inches long. They spend a majority of theirtime in shallow water where they can becaught on assorted dry flies and terrestrials

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Fly fishing for giant taimen up to 75 pounds

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Season: May to June; August to September

Fish Species: Taiman and lenok trout

Tackle: Taiman: A 9 to 10 weight rod. Lenok: A 5 to 7 weight rod. Both with a floating line

Clothing: Adopt a layered approach. Good quality rain jacket, fleece andcotton underwear, lightweight waders, sunglasses and of coursea camera


Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six days guided fly fishing (usually Tuesday

to Saturday)•All meals, beer, wine and soft drinks•Travel within Mongolia and lodging before

camp departure and on return

Lodge Capacity: Twelve anglers (two camps of six)

Getting there: Fly to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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The AreaMongolia offers a wonderful cultural and sporting experience fortoday’s angler. It provides the opportunity to step backwards in timewhere people still move to the rhythms of the seasons and thelandscapes are still unbroken. For years, Mongolia has been knownas a land of fiece nomads, barren steppes, and cold, desertlandscapes. In fact, a closer glance reveals fertile river valleysinhabited by kind, hospitable nomads, and rivers filled with fish.The rivers where taimen are found are small to mid-size low gradientrivers that will remind the fly fisherman of places such as Montana.

The river valleys are also home to populations of elk, wolves, deer,and the ubiquitous herds of sheep or cattle.

The Sweetwater LodgeBoth the lodge and fishing are run bythe outfitter Sweetater Travel Limitedand as a result the highest levels ofstandards are maintained throughout.The facilities are located on the banksof the river and provide a wonderfulhome during your visit to Mongolia.

Anglers stay in the gers while at camp — gers are the Mongolian felttents which dot the Mongolian countryside. Each ger has beenupgraded to include electric lights, hot water, wood stoves, wo odfloors and comfortable beds. These spacious Mongolian homes arecomfortable and offer clients a truly unique living experience. Formany clients, staying in a ger is one of the highlights of the trip.

From your arrival in camp until your departure, you will enjoy ahigh standard of personal service and comfort. The camps are basicbut fairly luxurious and complete with the necessary amenities.Each camp has a bathhouse and a dining lodge.

Hospitality, Food and DrinkThe dining lodge provides fishermen an area to congregate and enjoythe camp food. As well as western food, guests have the opportunityto sample Mongolian dishes. Each meal is complemented with home-made soup, a variety of salads, fresh-baked bread, a modest dessert,coffee and tea.

Wise Men Tips• Spend an evening chatting with the Mongolian staff who willentertain you with stories of harsh winters and life as a nomadicherder. They are a delightful people, and even the most intense anglersfind the cultual interaction with Mongolians to be one of thehighlights of their trip.• Combine your trip to Mongolia with a sightseeing trip to Beijing inChina, enjoying sights such as the Great Wall and the ForbiddenPalace.

Client Comments“Where else in the world can you combine scenery with fishing ofsuch quality? Very few places this side of paradise we suspect. ”

R.B. — England

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SALTWATERPacific Ocean & Caribbean

CHRISTMAS ISLAND

THE fact that virtually everyfly angler in the world hasheard of Christmas Island

is far from coincidence.Amidst the vast inventory of the

world’s saltwater destinations,Christmas Island is an unique naturalmasterpiece that magically, as ifdesigned by committee, combinesall the elements critical to fly fishingsuccess: endless hard sand flatsremarkable numbers of cruisingbonefish and trevally, and consistentyear round weather await all whovisit this remarkable atoll.

Virtually all fishing is done while

wading and entails sight casting tovisible fish in shallow water.Christmas Island’s plentiful bonefishaverage two to four pounds withnumerous opportunities to catchlarger specimens in the five to tenpound class.

For anglers keen on the challengeof trevally, (giant, golden, blue fin,and striped) the guides are highlyskilled and passionate in theirpursuit. While a somewhat higherstakes game than bonefishing, theresults are often spectacular!

All guides at Christmas IslandOutfitters have been hand picked fortheir overall level of experience and

skill,calmnessunderpressure, andinstructionalabilities.

We feelthat visitors will be hard pressed tofind a better crew of saltwater flyfishing guides anywhere in the world.

Whether you are an experiencedsaltwater angler returning for yourtenth trip or a novice keen on honingyour flats fishing skills, we invite youto partake in the finest and mostintimate angling experience thisremarkable island has to offer.

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One of the world’s finest bonefish destinations

TRIP DETAILSThe AreaLocated 1,200 miles south of Hawaii and200 miles north of the Equator in theRepublic of Kiribati, Christmas Island isthe world’s largest coral atoll. Visitinganglers typically spend Monday night inHawaii and depart Tuesday at noon for athree hour flight to Christmas Island.Upon arrival you will be greeted andtaken to the secluded beachfront lodge.

The LodgeCatering to no more thaneight anglers per week,accommodations consistof four private bungalowsthat sleep two anglers each. Rooms aresimple, clean and spacious and haveprivate baths, fans, screened windows,a table with chairs and refrigerators.

The common meeting area features afriendly bar and a casual dining areawhere fresh simple meals are served inthe morning and evening hours. Small bydesign to ensure flexibility and qualityfishing, the daily shedule and mealtimes often vary slightly in order to takeadvantage of the best tides and fishingconditions.

Wise Men TipsWhile bonefishing on the flats always havea trevally rod close by for ambushing thebig-one!

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Season: Christmas Island is a year round fishery

Fish Species: Onshore:bonefish, giant trevall, golden trevally, queenfish and milkfish Offshore:yellowfin tuna, skipjack tuna, billfishsharks and trevally

Tackle: A 6 to 8 weight rod for bonefish, 10 to 12weight for trevally and a 12 to 14 weight for offshore

Clothing: Tropical hot weather clothing, shorts, flatspants, saltwater fishing shirts, long billed hatwith neck protection, bandana, sun screen, sun glasses, flats boots, flats pack, waterbottle, light rain jacket and of course a camera


Package Includes: •Seven nights accommodation (based on double occupancy)

•Six days guided fly fishing•All meals and flats transportation cost•All transport on arrival at Christmas Island Airport


Getting There: Fly to Honolulu, Hawaii and then on toChristmas Island. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

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VENEZUELA

RENOWNED as one ofthe best bonefishingdestinations in the

world, the Los Roquesarchipelago rises out of thedeep blue Caribbean Sea 80miles off the VenezuelanCoast.

Within a pristine and wellprotected National Parkcovering several hundredsquare kilometres theseshallow waters act as aphenomenal natural attractionfor a huge variety of wildlife.

Famous for its pancake flatsit offers exceptional sightfishing for large Bonefish.

There is also an abundanceof coral banks, sandy

beaches, massive flats andmangrove lagoons that in turnharbour a wide range of sportfish including tarpon, permitjacks, tuna, snook andbarracuda.

Our boats are staffed by acaptain as well as aknowledgeable and friendlyguide, allowing you tomaximise your fishing time.

Each day we will explore adifferent area or alternativelyfocus on a particular species.Your holiday — your choice!

In addition we offer ourguests the opportunity to useindividual dinghies allowingunparalleled accessibility andversatility.

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Exceptional salt-water fly-fishing in the heart of the Caribbean

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Season: All year

Fish Species: Bonefish, tarpon, jacks, snook,barracuda and permit

Tackle: As this is a Loop tackle sponsoreddestination we can offer a range of Loop rods and reels to trial or borrow over the course of your stay

Clothing: Sun hats, polarized sunglasses, light beach clothing both long andshort-sleeved


Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation•Six days guided fly fishing (based on two

anglers per guide)•Local flights from Caracas International

airport•All meals, soft drinks and beers during the day


Getting there: Fly into Caracas International airport, Venezuela. We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

TRIP DETAILS

The AreaLos Roques is an exquisite hideaway full of Caribbeanisland charm in a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.

Centred around a traditional fishing community,consisting of picturesque posadas (lodges) and colourfulrestaurants, combined with some of the best saltwaterfly fishing on the planet, it provides an idyllicenvironment to fisher and non-fisher alike.

Do not be fooled into thinking this is just afishermans hideaway: it has long been regarded as theexclusive escape for the Venezuelan elite.

LodgingFor most of our groups we use a small, family-runposada. Colourful, picturesque and homely, you willfeel completely in tune with the relaxed atmospherewhich the Posada exudes. Hosted by a young coupleJuan and Josefina, you will find our every need iscatered for. The rooms have twin beds or doubles asrequired which open onto an atrium keeping the wholeposada fresh and airy throughout your stay.

Each evening we dine on the waterfront at Bora de laMar. This is our base of operations as well as providingthe perfect environment to relax and enjoy an eveningcocktail under the awning provided by the gentlyrustling Bougainvillea, in front of the setting sun.

Martha, the owner and operator of the long standingbar/restaurant, ensures that her fishing clientele aregiven pride of place and her delicious array of freshly-prepared seafood ensures that no one can go hungry.

Alternative Activities Beautiful beaches, an atmospheric village and warmcrystalline waters make this an ideal location forfamilies. The waters are safe and provide greatopportunities for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving,dinghy sailing and wind surfing. This is a perfectdestination for both families and couples alike.

Wise Men Tips• Gummy minnows are the fly of choice replicatingalmost exactly the predominant food source. • Combine a trip to Los Roques with a stay atCarambola Lodge in search of tarpon for a truly uniqueall round salt water experience.

Client Comments“I’ve fished all over the world but have never seen thequality and abundance of fish as I saw in Los Roques.To put it simply the bonefish are huge, plentiful, andlove taking the fly!Jason Scott — Urban Angler — New York, Nov’06

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ACCESSIBLE only byboat, Carambolarepresents one of the

most exclusive and excitingtarpon destinations in theworld. This is a place wherethe sport will excite everyonefrom novice to expert andprovide enough action in asingle morning to makeconventional fly fishingexpeditions pale incomparison.

Located deep within one ofVenezuela’s National Parks,Carambola consists of aunique contrast between, onthe one side, an unbelievablyrich habitat, ideal for juveniletarpon, and on the other sidehuge expanses of deserted

white sand beaches wherehuge adult fish pursue theshoals of mullet and bait fish.

Inside the lagoon the actionis fast and furious. Assistedby your individual guide andskiff, you will be presentedwith the sight of at timesliterally hundreds of fishbreaking the surface. Withthe possibility of 20 to 40strikes every morning, eachone with the savagery andforce typical of tarpon, andranging in size from one to40lbs the sport available on aseven weight rod is almostunparalleled. Trying isbelieving and here youcannot fail but become aconvert.

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Tarpon fishing in one of the most exclusive environments imaginable

Season: All Year

Fish Species: Tarpon and snook, (plus shark on bait)

Tackle: A 7 to 8 weight rod for juvenile tarpon & 11 to 12 weight for mature fish. Robust spinning gearcan also be used

Clothing: Sun hats, polarized sunglasses, light beach clothing both long andshort-sleeved


Package includes: •Seven nights accommodation (one night in

Caracas)•Five days guided fly fishing•All transport on arrival at Caracas

International airport•All meals, beers and soft drinks


Getting there: Fly into Caracas, Venezuela.We are happy to arrange your travel should you so require

TRIP DETAILS

The AreaSituated on a narrow shoal of land between the oceanand Carambola Lagoon, the lodge represents one of themost exclusive locations to either fish or holiday in theentire Caribbean. With an open vista from one’s roomwith kilometre upon kilometre of deserted, powdery,white sand beaches, combined with the sprawlingmangrove forests and wetlands behind, the location isas diverse as it is beautiful.

The LodgeYour accommodation is in recently constructedindividual chalets, simple yet attractively designed bothinside and out, and all just 100m from the sea. Thedining room, bar and lounge area are in a beautifullydesigned Caribbean pavilion. Large, airy and craftedfrom local materials it is both inspiring and impressive;and then of course there is the beach, lined with palmhuts and waiting sun chairs, it is likely to be all yoursfor the better part of the week.

Alternative ActivitiesDo not expect to be overwhelmed with a barrage ofin-house entertainment at Carambola. This is a totallyisolated location where sun, surf and sand are yourcompanions on the beachfront. Whilst the fishing maybe explosive the atmosphere is unrestrained tranquility,you will be hard-pushed to find a similar location if youreally want to escape from it all. Be assured however,you will find more than enough to muse on eachevening as you discuss the sometimes frantic action ofthe day’s fishing.

Wise Men Tips• Sunblock, strong leader and a good supply of flies:bring lots of each and you will not be disappointed.• Combine a trip to Carambola with a trip to LosRoques for a unique all-round saltwater fly fishingexperience.

Client Comments“Carambola must be one of the best places you havenever fished. Wide open mangrove bays withoutanother boat in sight and acres of rolling tarpon.This is a truly a special and unique tarpon fishingopportunity!”

J. Scott — Urban Angler — New York, Nov 2006

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In the Jardines de la Reinayou will find some of thefinest bonefishing in the

world. With hundreds of milesof flats, you will get to fishmany areas where few anglershave ever cast a fly. Thebonefish are both large andeasy to catch. The averagesized bonefish is perhaps asolid three to five pounds, butthere are opportunities tocatch fish in the seven to tenpound class every day.

This destination offers not only some ofthe best flats fishing in the world for fly

fishermen, but anglers using spinning andbait casting tackle can catch a widevariety of fish along the reef. It is notuncommon for anglers to catch morethan twenty species of fish in just a fewdays. Huge groupers, snappers, horse eyejacks and jack crevalle, barracuda, sharksand other blue water fish abound.

Tarpon fishing at Jardines de la Reina isquite simply amazing. They are abundantand readily available on the flats and inthe channels and “rivers” on any day.Most of the fish in the channels are“baby” tarpon - fish in the ten to fortypound class, which are a delight on a tenweight rod to catch. These smaller tarponare far more acrobatic than their largercousins but fight hard enough to makeyou work at catching them. In the flatsthe average size grows from 45 to 80 lbsand in a new fishery discovered in 2002,

in a deep ocean channel, the specimensgrow to over 120 lbs.

Permit are also found in good numbersand the fishing is similar to the very bestin the Florida Keys. The flats where wefind the largest permit are two to threefeet deep on a high tide, yet adjacent todeep water. Many of these fish are in thetwenty to thirty pound class, with a fewwell over thirty. Silky sharks andCaribbean reef sharks can also be caughton the flats and sharks up to 150 lbs havebeen landed by fly anglers. Seeing one ofthese monsters roll up to the surface andsmash a popper is sure to get youradrenalin flowing.

In summary, Jardines de la Reina offerssome of the finest light tackle fishing inthe Caribbean.

The finest light tackle fishing in the Caribbean

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TRIP DETAILSThe AreaNamed the Queen’s Gardens by Christopher Columbus, theJardines de la Reina is a pristine chain of islands, very similarin nature to the Florida Keys in the USA. The island systemruns more than one hundred miles back to the northwest,from Cuba’s south-eastern coast. Most of the area we fish isforty to fifty miles offshore and has been designated as aCuban National Park.

As such, there is no commercial fishing in this exclusivearea, which covers nearly eighty miles. There is no habitationof any kind on any of the islands in the National Park. This isa huge expanse of saltwater wilderness, perhaps the last placelike this left in the world today. With Cuba’s continuedprotection it should remain a treasure forever.

The Accommodation There is a range of accommodation available at Los Jardinesde la Reina while you are ourguest. For example there isthe “Tortuga” — a large, 110foot long, double-deckedfloating hotel withaccommodation for 14 anglers(two per room).

This is an unbelievably solidboat, made of steel and thenanchored in a protected channel, so that it never movesabout. The threat of getting seasick is non-existent. This boatdoesn’t move one inch. Each cabin has its own shower withhot water, toilet and individually adjustable high tech air-conditioning system. A large air-conditioned dining roomdownstairs with both a foredeck and afterdeck makes this avery comfortable home away from home.

The staff at the accommodation are all extremely helpfuland will do their best to tend to your every need.

Wise Men TipsOur resident “Wise Man”, the lodge co-owner FilippoInvernizzi, highlights that you should spend at least one dayin Havana. “From the beautiful Spanish colonial architectureof the Old Town, to the spectacular Havana Centro, this is amust day trip.” (For anglers travelling from Europe, VirginAtlantic gives you flexibility to spend extra days in Havana).

Did You Know?You can view short video clips of our fishing trips on ourwebsite — just go to our web page titled “Video Clips” —and enjoy!

Season: 14th October to 1st September.

Fish Species: Bonefish, tarpon, permit, snooks, jackcrevalles, mutton snappers, cudas and sharks.

Tackle: As noted above, it is recommended that anglers bring three rods. Three or four piece travel rods are highly recommended.A good quality saltwater fly reel is alsoimportant and it should be anodized. We will provide a full packing list on booking.

Clothing: Tropical hot weather clothing, shorts, flatspants, saltwater fishing shirts, long billedhat with neck protection, sun screen, sun glasses, flats boots, flats pack, waterbottle, light rain jacket and of course a camera.

Rate: Prices vary depending on boat and time of year. Prices range from $2,540 US Dollars (low season) to $4,790 US Dollars (high season) for five and two half days guidedfishing and six nights accommodation.Special offers are available. Prices may vary.

Package includes:•Transfer from/to Jucaro Port to Jardines de la Reina on

departure day.

•Six nights on floating hotel La Tortuga/Halcon/La Reina on double occupancy.

•Six days on full board basis.

•Five and two half days guided fly fishing (two people perskiff).

•Marine Park license.

Lodge Capacity: There is capacity for up to 14 anglers on

various different fishing packages

Getting there: Fly into Havana. Boats leave from JucaroPort on a Saturday morning, returning Friday afternoon. Weare happy to arrange any additional travel requirements youmay need.

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About WhereWiseMenFish

Justin Maxwell Stuart

Who We Are:

WhereWiseMenFish Limited is a company dedicated to providing fly fishermen with first class fly fishing trips around the world. We are a team of fly fishing travel specialists that focus on the best fishing in the world. We are also proactive in protecting nature for the next generation of fly fishermen.

If you would like to learn more about our various destinations, you can check out our website at www.WhereWiseMenFish.com.

Meet Our Fishing Team:

Justin has over 10 years of experience of planning, organising and hosting trips to some of the furthest and most inaccessible places on the planet. Brought up on a diet of Scottish Salmon rivers, a camp manager on the Kola Peninsular and extensive experience of salt and fresh water fishing in South America he has a wealth of knowledge and experience that far surpasses his years. Justin specialises in travel to Central and South America.

Telephone: +44 (0)7711 519 857Fax: +44 (0)20 7352 [email protected]

Ronald Sutherland

Telephone: +44 (0)7780 861 466Office: +44 (0)845 603 [email protected]

Ronald operates his own specialist fly shop in Helmsdale, Sutherland and was taught fly tying by the late Megan Boyd doyen of salmon fly tiers. He continues her tradition with his own innovative and highly prized patterns and has a wide reputation as an outstanding salmon angler. As an AAPGAI instructor and salmon angler for over 30 years he has a vast field of knowledge about the sport and his friendly and approachable manner have gained him the respect of everyone he meets.

Ronald specialises in travel to the Highlands of Scotland and Atlantic salmon flies and gear.

Our Strategy:Our strategy is to listen to our customers – they are always right. We encourage you to make suggestions to help us improve our offerings. Please email us at [email protected] with any comments you may have.

Book with Confidence:Holidays or flights booked with Where Wise Men Fish are protected by the Civil Aviation Authority by our ATOL bond (Number 9135). ATOL protects you from losing your money or being stranded abroad. It does this by carrying out financial checks on the firms it licenses and requiring a guarantee, called a bond.

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Eoin FairgrieveEoin is a fully qualified casting member of the Association of Advanced Professional Game Angling Instructors (A.A.P.G.A.I). An avid all round sportsman, at the age of 24, Eoin became one of the youngest ever instructors to qualify in both the A.A.P.G.A.I trout and salmon disciplines. Before becoming a full time fly casting instructor in 2001, he was the head ghillie for 14 years on the famous Makerstoun beat of the River Tweed. Eoin has recently been appointed Scotland's first Angling Development Officer and is responsible for introducing all ages and social backgrounds into fly fishing through his Tweedstart program on the River Tweed system. As well as running Tweedstart days at the Loop Tackle Design Centre of Excellence, Eoin works in close conjunction with schools in the Scottish Borders to present the ‘Tweedstart’ roadshow to children in a classroom environment.

Eoin specialises in fly fishing instruction and travel to Scotland.



Mark has fished throughout Ireland for trout and salmon for over 30 years. He specialises in wild brown trout fishing on the world famous great western loughs as well as many other loughs not so well known. Mark is a fully qualified Game Angling Instructor and National Angling Guide and therefore can cater for the complete novice as well as for the proficient angler. He has considerable leadership experience from working in the public sector and has organised numerous quality fishing packages for the discerning angler.

Mark specialises in travel to Ireland.

Mark Patterson


Gordon was born and brought up fishing for salmon in the Highlands of Scotland. He has considerable leadership experience in the private and public sector and acts as a consultant to a wide range of bodies including the Bann System and the North Atlantic Salmon Fund. Gordon has a lead role in developing strategy for the company and has a wide range of knowledge on destination fly fishing worldwide. Gordon has specific responsibility for developing destination opportunities and advising and directing sales.

Gordon has traveled widely throughout the world with a fishing rod in his hands and feels qualified to give advice on a global basis.

Gordon Sim

Kasperi Salo

Telephone: +358 40 592 9333Office: +44 (0)845 603 [email protected]

Kasperi was born and brought up in Helsinki (Finland). Along with fishing, sports have been the stongest influence in his life. After the Olympic games in Athens 2004, he retired from his professional career.

Kasperi fishes mostly in Scandinavia with a single handed rod for brown trout, grayling, sea trout and pike. Kasperi is a qualified Finnish fishing guide and also does some part-time guiding.

Kasperi specialises in travel to Scandinavia and Finland.


Growing up in Ireland, Boyd has extensive knowledge of fishing throughout the region. In addition, Boyd lived in the United States for over eight years during which time he fished extensively throughout North America. As a former Director of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in New York, Boyd is very experienced at meeting the high level of service demanded by our clients and he fully understands the level of quality required to ensure a successful fishing trip.

Boyd specialises in travel to North America, New Zealand and Ireland.

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Kieran Smyth


Kieran is responsible for the overall graphic and web design of the WWMF website, as well as adding all our new destinations.

Kieran specialises in graphic and web design.

For further information call:

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Yngve Ask


We are delighted to have our own professional photographers on board. Yngve is the owner of Scandinavian Outdoor AS / Scanout.com. Yngve is a photographer, who works as much beneath the water as above. He has been working in the heights of the Himalayas, to the rainforests of the Amazon jungle as well as in the arctic. His work has appeared in various famous magazines ranging from Villmarksliv in Norway, Tackle Trade World and Trout & Salmon in the UK, Erä in Finland, Blinker in Germany and Voyages de Pêche in France. His pictures have also appeared in National Geographic.

Yngve provides our clients with a professional photograhy service primarily aimed at promoting our client's fishing lodge or specific fishing destination.

Tim Pask

Telephone: +1 360 528 8602Office: +44 (0)845 603 [email protected]

Tim also acts as our professional photographer. It seems that he always had a camera in his hands and his images have appeared in numerous publications including Fly Fishing in Saltwater, The Field, and Fish & Fly. He was lucky enough to go on assignment with the Sage Fly Fishing Company and photographed their 2003 product catalog, featuring Christmas Island as their backdrop. His work has also been featured in a variety of advertising literature for companies such as ourselves and Sage, Fly Water Travel, Loop Tackle and Loop Eco.

Tim also provides our clients with a professional photograhy service primarily aimed at promoting our client's fishing lodge or specific fishing destination.

Meet our Photographers:

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Who WeSupport:

How to Get inTouch With Us:We can be reached at anytime at the following contact numbers and addresses:

Europe:

UK Office:Telephone: 0845 603 1552UK Country Code: +447 Roughfort RoadNewtownabbey, BT36 [email protected]

Republic of Ireland Office:Telephone: 1890 882 347RoI Country Code: [email protected]

Americas:

US Office:Telephone: 1-347-284-6333US Country Code: +179 Claradon Lane, Staten IslandNew York, NY [email protected]

If you know of a fly fishing property for sale, we would be very interested in learning more about it. After our recent successful investment in the Royal Coachman Lodge in Alaska, WhereWiseMenFish is actively pursuing further acquisitions of fly-fishing lodges and sporting properties around the world. These properties not only offer a sound investment but also have the added benefit of combining pleasure with business. If you would be interested in co-investing in our next project, please contact us.

Investments:

One Percent For The PlanetAt WhereWiseMenFish we recognise our responsibility to and dependence on a healthy environment and donate at least 1% of our annual net revenues to environmental organisations worldwide.

WhereWiseMenFish strongly endorses the work of the NASF and encourages everyone to contribute to the work of this organisation.

As the founder and Chairman of the North Atlantic Salmon Fund, Orri Vigfússon has become the most honoured angler on earth. His non-stop work and dedication to the cause of restoring the fortunes of the wild North Atlantic salmon has brought him awards as diverse as Orders of

Honorary Knighthood from both the Queen of Denmark and the President of Iceland, election as a European Hero by Time Magazine and a coveted Conservation Award from Prince Charles.

The Salmon and Trout AssociationWhereWiseMenFish is a member of the Salmon and Trout Association. We contribute financially to the excellent work of this charity.

The North Atlantic Salmon Fund

The ACAWhereWiseMenFish is a member of the Anglers' Conservation Association (ACA). The ACA is a unique organisation that fights pollution and other damage to our water environments.

The Wild Trout TrustWhereWiseMenFish is a member of the Wild Trout Trust. We contribute financially to the excellent work of this charity.

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