3rd ANNUAL
DRY FLY BAMBOO & GRAPHITE WEEK with LEN
CODELLA
2012 DATES:
February 26 to
March 4th
(The
success of my initial 2010 foray into an exclusive week of dry fly fishing
practiced with light trout rods of bamboo and graphite in Patagonia was so great that the returnees
brought friends with them for the 2011 weeks. As a result of the grand time
enjoyed by all on these very unique fishing weeks, now for both years, excitement is
surging about our plans for 2012. Friends are bringing friends to share the joy of
catching large trout on a dry fly while using a lightweight bamboo or graphite fly rods. Space is limited
to only 8 guests per week. The week features exciting river floats and ry flies
and walking/wadiing dry fly fishing trips all based out of the Lodge.
So pick your fishing style and let us know
your interest right away. We are already more than half booked with returnees
for next year. Don't be disappointed, there are still openings for this most special fishing experience available
right now and it is fast getting to be time to be already signed up, so please hurry as these weeks do
seem to book up fast!)
Chime Lodge is pleased to announce the Third Annual Bamboo, Graphite,
Back Country or Lodge Based Fly Rod Weeks fully
devoted to concentrating as much as possible on lightweight bamboo or graphite rod aficionados
with a penchant for big trout on the dry fly.
This year we are proud to have Mr. Len Codella,
former partner/president of Thomas and Thomas Rod Makers, authored many articles on US and International fly fishing publications on collectible tackle and present owner of Sporting Collectibles dedicated to selling the finest bamboo rods, reels and shotguns. His attention to detail,
has made this dream week possible. . Len hosts sharing
stream-time, stories and anecdotes, rod-building & design secrets and plain good
times with the clients.
The Program:
We have a week of special treats for all bamboo and fly-rod lovers. You will enjoy the week's opportunities to share rivers, conversation, meals and
rod-building thoughts with people who have spent their lives being in love with, using, making and just living bamboo
and graphite rods.
Discuss actions, tapers, styles, history, classic makers, their products and how they compare to today's bamboo rods, collecting tackle and just enjoying the
fly-fishing life. Investigate the design concepts of different makers, who
create different actions, follow different build philosophies, and learn about all the great things that go to make bamboo
and graphite rods so unique. You can fish the streams with a lightweight four or
five rod and/or fish gin clear lakes with a six or seven weight for bruiser Browns,
rainbows and Percha in a place that has been immortalized in trout dogma by legends like, Joe Brooks, Ernest Schwiebert, Mel Krieger, Lefty Kreh and so many others. Of course, you'll be able to bring your favorite fly rods and
your
graphite rods are certainly welcome along with the bamboo, but we promise, when the talk turns to fly rods, bamboo
and exceptional quality level graphite will be the only language spoken.
Chime Lodge, on the banks of Chimehuin River is conveniently located to access the most famous and productive rivers in Patagonia. We have carefully picked this week to get the best conditions for
dry fly fishing, a combination of lower water levels, great hatches, and solitude. During our
week we'll fly fish the world famous Chimehuin, Malleo, Collon Cura, Calefu and Alumine Rivers,
plus some of the areas best lakes with streamers for big trout action galore. . We'll both wade fish
and float and stop in the most productive pools and runs for non stop action. We will also have the chance of trying rods
with plenty of casting opportunities when the fishing demands a break. If you enjoy
fine fly rods of bamboo or graphite or want to learn about them and want to have a ball fishing in paradise, do not miss this week. Space is very limited with
many spots already spoken for.
The Week: $3950 not including
ground/ air transport to
San Martin de los Andes where you will be picked-up and transported to the Lodge
for a great week of outdoor fun.
Call or e-mail us to receive a full description, more
details and itinerary.
Contact us directly at
len@codella.com
www.codella.com......Phone: 352-637-5454
OR
mcarranza@andesoutfitters.com
www.chimelodge.com
US Phone: 786-266-5068
 
 
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