Villa María Lodge
Villa María Lodge – Week 2: January 3rd to 9th, 2025
We’ve had an excellent second week of the season, filled with excitement and new learning experiences. Both the river and weather conditions remained favorable, though we might say the weather was “too good” in some respects. Several days saw temperatures ranging from 20 to 24°C, with bright sunshine and virtually no wind. The water temperature …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 1: December 28th to January 3rd, 2025
We kicked off the new season at Villa María Lodge in style, with a river in excellent shape and crystal-clear water. As usual, the fish were unpredictable at the start of the season, darting between pools throughout the day. What you find in the morning may not be there by afternoon, so the golden rule …
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Villa Maria Lodge: End of Season Report 2024
The 2024 fishing season at Villa Maria Lodge started strong with the Rio Grande at an excellent level. Despite being lower than expected for this time of year, it provided thrilling fishing and comfortable wading. Typically, the first weeks of the season bring erratic fishing with fish just beginning to gather in swift-moving groups. Locating these groups often feels like a game of hide and seek, requiring extensive movement along the beats.
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Villa Maria Lodge – Week 11: March 8st to 15th, 2024
Our penultimate week unfolded just as we had anticipated according to the weather forecasts. We experienced heavy rains, not lasting for several days but rather just a few hours, yet with enough intensity to alter the fishing scene for the week. In the early days of the week, the fishing beats at Villa Maria Lodge …
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Villa Maria Lodge – Week 10: March 1st to 8th, 2024
We’ve wrapped up week 10 at Villa María Lodge, and what a wild ride it was! Just as we anticipated from the weather forecasts, we faced quite a challenging week. Unfavorable winds made casting a real struggle, coupled with low temperatures and scattered showers throughout the week. While the rain didn’t cause the river to …
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Villa Maria Lodge – Week 9: Feb 23rd to Mar 2nd, 2024
The ninth week has unfolded in Villa Maria, marking the graceful entrance of autumn with changing weather patterns. While substantial rainfall and strong gusts were absent, both elements subtly made their presence known. Brief showers and variable winds from diverse directions became the norm during the past week. The river maintained continuity from the preceding …
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Villa Maria Lodge – Week 7: Febuary 9th to 17th, 2024
Another eventful week unfolds at Villa Maria Lodge, with plenty to recount! The week commenced with a balmy 28 degrees and calm winds, yielding a decent catch despite the conditions. Subsequently, mild weather prevailed, with occasional drizzles and no strong winds. The river maintained its clarity while steadily descending, likely reaching its seasonal low. Fishing …
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Villa Maria Lodge – Week 6: Febuary 2nd to 9th, 2024
What a week it’s been, filled with unexpected twists and turns! Despite the forecast predicting heavy rains, Mother Nature decided to throw us a curveball – a couple of mild showers that barely ruffled our fishing plans. The river, however, did get a bit of a makeover, rising about 6-8 inches. Fortunately, it wasn’t a …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 4: January 26th to Feb 2nd, 2024
Another week has passed at Villa María Lodge, amidst old friends and countless tales. The weather? A typical week of stable conditions with no rain but a few chilly nights initially causing icy waters. However, the consistent weather turned fishing into a constant delight throughout the week. Without rain, the river remains unchanged, steadily decreasing, …
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Villa María Lodge – Week 3: January 12th to 18th, 2024
By Alejandro Martello – Villa Maria Lodge Fishing Manager In the third week of Villa María’s 2024 season, we hosted a group of seasoned fishermen assembled by Mark T., an old friend of the lodge. The crew comprised individuals from various nationalities, including South Africans, Britons, Norwegians, and Americans. Fishing conditions on the Rio Grande …
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