Toon Ken Lodge , Rio Grande, Argentina

Toon Ken has an enviable reputation as having some of the most intimate stretches of the Rio Grande. Floating line fishing is the norm for most of the season and the lodge record stands at 30lbs.

Depending on river conditions, you may want to use different fly lines. Usually, fast sinking sink tips and full sinking lines are used at the beginning of the season. As the water level decreases, lighter lines are more convenient.
Trust your skills and bring a floating line. You won't regret it.Traditionally, fishing the Rio Grande was about deep sinking lines, but evolution in construction materials for rods and lines now allow us to use all of our tackle efficiently and with enormous success.

Some fly patterns as well as a modest supply of back-up tackle will be available for purchase at the lodge, but plan to take a good selection.
Sea-run brown trout are mysterious fish. The only constant in their tastes seems to be a penchant for black, and the trout that accepted your small salmon patterns today may demand flies with white rubber legs tomorrow. Historically, most Rio Grande fish were taken on large streamers, perhaps because those were most used. In low water conditions, however, more large sea trout are taken on smaller wets, nymphs and dry flies. We suggest packing a range of flies in various patterns and sizes, and urge frequent changes when one combination of line and fly isn't working, depending on light conditions, water levels, and especially on your guide's advice. Barbless hooks are strongly encouraged.

Accommodating only 6 rods per week the lodge is ideal for a smaller group of friends or family who enjoy unrivaled comfort in accommodations and excellence of dining. The newly completed lodge opened its doors for the '04 season. Now its guests have only a short stroll or car-ride from the Lodge to cast at the sea-runs they saw rolling from the lodge windows the night before.

On returning from the river, a delicious glass of wine and relaxing soak in a Jacuzzi or dry sauna soothe the day away.

Clothing and equipment checklist -- Summer, Winter a combination of both!
Spey Line Specifications

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We highly recommend an emergency evacuation membership for this trip. It costs well over $100,000 to be air lifted to a safe US hospital from many parts of the world. These services will not be covered by general travel insurance or medical insurance. We use GLOBAL RESCUE.

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