Many Rivers to you, Jack Trout

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Hi Jack!

I took Johann fishing yesterday afternoon! We had a wonderful time. It was a windy day so Johann used Line 8 you gave me, for the first time! Where he best fished was in Anfitheater. I´m sending you some pictures.

Greetings, Martin.

UN ABRAZO

JUAN RAMOS

Hello Jack Trout, A couple friends of mine (Lupe and Wes) just got back from Argentina and had tons of stories to tell. I'm flying in to Buenos Aires this tuesday and going to be traveling for 5 weeks, so asked alot of questions. They told me I should get in contact with you and maybe get some direction. I'm planning on fly fishing in as many places as possible in both Argentina and Chile. I'm also visiting wine country in Chile and Mendoza. I'm in the wine business and it makes a great excuse to travel. I will be getting to Bariloche March 23-28th ish and crossing into Chile. Let me know if you'll be around. Thanks.

-- Jonathon Kludt

Dear Jack.

We met Jack,Nico,Francisco and Gaston at Chaiten airport to commence our "annual " adventure. Fortunately they seemed to be as happy as we were to see us again. After an excellent meal at the local restaurant we arrived at our cabin near the Yelcho. Clean ,warm and looked after by Clara who turned out to be a real treasure. Nothing was too much effort, the food excellent , surroundings "picture book" , cabin warm and clean, we had stayed in a few in Tierra del Fuego that it would have been difficult to say something good about but that's another story! We went out on the lake with Nico for an hour or two and spent most of our time watching and photographing South American otters that are apparently rare but spent some time around the boat. The fishing on the lake and river for the next few days was first class as no doubt the photos show. As with all fishing holidays we did land some great fish but also lost a monster. I'm not sure I wish to shoulder all the blame for this, ask Nico!!!! From time to time there was a deafening noise from the glacier above which provided an interesting diversion from catching fish! You never see the bits falling off as they have landed before the noise arrives. Maureen who is new to fishing is now pretty much addicted which is sad as my future expenses have now doubled. We were sad to leave the Yelcho and its people but I"m sure we will meet again. Futafulu, our next destination turned out to be equally interesting. Very beautiful, occasionally passing Condors, photos to prove it, the people friendly, accommodation first class, our thanks to Rodrigo,Claudia and Francisco who's cuisine has resulted in a necessary post hols diet, fishing excellent, the fish were not as big as the Yelcho but there must have been a surprise or two somewhere down there waiting to be caught! The water was the lowest in living memory and we still caught fish! We fished lakes and a variety of rivers with considerable success and completly forgot the pressures of everyday life. If you haven't come across it try obtaining a copy of the poems of Banjo Patterson and looking up "Clancy of the Overflow". whilst Australian there are obvious similarities. Maureen is not thinking of extending her new found expertise in white water rafting but thoroughly enjoyed the experience but remarked that it made casting for a begginer more difficult and landing the fish slightly troublsome. Jack asked me to write a few words so I have overextended my invitation. We look forward to our next visit. Whilst obviously thanking Jack and Francisco a special thank-you must go to Nico and Gaston for making our stay so enjoyable, a special place with wonderful people. Our fortunate privilege and I'm sure we will meet again, health and Gordon Brown, our excessive Chancellor of the Exchequer, willing. Don't tell to many people about it for obvious reasons.

David & Maureen Cargill - England

Hi there!

My name is Jeni and Dave Hilbert gave me your name. We are going to be staying at JEDEDIAH SMITH REDWOODS SP march 31st - April 7. We are looking for a good guide for one or two days in the beginning of the week. Are you available? If so what are your rates? If not could you please suggest someone? Thank you so much.

Jeni

Jack,

Hi this is Steve Hatzell and my father and I are going to be in Santiago on the 23 rd of March and we are looking for a place to do some incredible fishing for some big trout. We would like to fish the 24th thru the 27th and leave on the 28th as we have some business up in Antofagasta at the end of the week. Please let me know if you have something available for us, we can be a little flexible on our dates. We would really like to fish dry flies and some streamers and some terrestials, I myself do not prefer to nymph fish, as I am horrible at it. Please let me know what you have available and we can discuss our options, I would also like to know what areas you like to fish weather it is rivers or lakes and how you access the fishing areas, weather wading of by boat.

Thank you for your time

Steve Hatzell

Jack, Is the rain affecting most of the rivers this time of year? If so is it worth coming to fish the Rio Petrohue, and Rio maullin? If I arrived in Puerto Montt on the 23 rd, how many days do you think I will need to fish those two rivers? Also, do you have gear that we can rent as we might not have any with us on this trip? Thank you,

Steve

Miguel

Well,

My wife is due April 3rd so I had been hoping to get up there before the baby arrives.

Please pencil me in for the 19th, although, I honestly don't think they will be ready to travel by then.

Rick

Hi Jack, Where are you? Are you still in Chile? Wes and I met you in Bariloche! We are back in Washington state and we have a friend that is heading your way. He will leave Seattle on the 14 and arrive in Buenos Aires from there He is heading to Bariloche and Puerto Mont. He wants to do some fishing! Right up your alley! Write back and let us know what your plans are!!! Take care, Lupe Peterson

Tim Tatum

I have gone by "Hap Trout" all my life so far ( I am to be 73 on June 1st ). Seems like you LOVE what you are doing. Just wanted to say "Hi" HAP Trout

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