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Catch Report

Recently Intrepid Fly sent groups to, Mexico, The Amazon, Colorado (USA), Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe and around South Africa.

This month Intrepid Fly returned from their 2nd trip to Mexico (Baja Peninsula) in search of rooster fish, bill fish and blue marlin on fly. Though the conditions were testing, anglers were lucky to land marlin around 220 - 250 lbs, some as big as 350 lbs, while a few monsters were lost on conventional gear, estimated at 400 lbs. The roosters were thick in May and June but chased to deeper water as temperatures rose in late July. The season boasted roosters on fly up to 60 lbs, with many between 8 - 20 lbs being released. This is one of the only regions one can target them on fly from the beach. Intrepid fly remains the exclusive agent to the best lodge and outfitter in the region.

For 3 years Intrepid Fly has been enjoying great success with groups targeting peacock bass and other interesting fresh water species in the Amazon (Brazil). Having exclusivity to the top operator in the Amazon has benefited our clients who have been releasing anywhere from 220 - 1300 peacocks per group, per week with a number of peacocks over 20lbs being released. Suited to fly and conventional lures, these fish are a must for any angler especially for the aggressive surface strikes. We provide a range of options to target these peacocks throughout the year with budget and comfort in mind.

Prior to our trip to Mexico, Intrepid Fly visited the Rockies in Colorado in search of renowned trout amongst some of the world most famous rivers. With huge success we covered a few sections of The South Plate and The Colorado, while also getting into some lesser know tributaries. Species raised were primarily rainbows and browns; however luck brought on a few cutbows (cut throat / rainbow). The rivers were crammed with anglers while the larger fish remained the wiser. Each day bore success with many trout between 22" - 26" being released. We explored a number of excellent "beats", good places to stay and hooked up with talented guides. This is a must for enthusiastic trout fishermen.

Intrepid Fly continues its trips along the Zambezi. The huge amount of rain at the beginning of the year got many lodge owners excited, promising a good season with large fish. Such has not necessarily been the case for the trophy tigers; however the bream have made good sport for many guests. The high water levels have produced vast amounts of bait fish and leave us hopeful for 20 pounders in the months to come. Intrepid Fly continues to run trips from a private lodge on the middle Zambezi near Tiger Mile while continuing its services in Chorra Bassa (Mozambique).

Intrepid Fly sent a few groups to the Bazaruto Archipelago. As always in Mozambique, the conditions have been a lottery. Wind has affected most of the trips, limiting the number of days at sea. The winter months have brought on some good bill fishing over the canyons, raising numerous fish and landing sailies on fly between 25 - 45 kgs. The earlier months accommodated warm water and continued to produce GT's up to 30 kgs. With consideration to our recent trip to Mexico, we feel that if you are prepared to travel a long distance, this is an alternate bill fishing destination.

Upcoming Trips

Intrepid Fly will be hosting and guiding a number of trips to lodges on the middle and lower Zambezi. This stretch of the Zambezi well known for its abundant and large tigerfish population. In times where work class fishing on a budget is seemingly unattainable … this is a package and destination worth considering.

Intrepid Fly will be hosting trips to the Sea of Cortez on the Baja Peninsula in Mexico from May to July 2010 offering you the only chance to target the legendary rooster fish on fly from the shore while also experiencing marlin and sailies on fly and conventional methods.

Intrepid Fly will be taking 2 trips to Bassas da India in 2009. This legendary atoll in the Indian Ocean offers you the very best chance of hooking up with monster GT's, dogtooth tuna, snapper and various other pelagic species. Expect a 1.5 - 2 day crossing each way with 7 days fishing The trip is departing from Mozambique.

Intrepid Fly will be guiding a number of trips to the Bazaruto Archipelago. Once arriving in Vilanculos you will be hosted at our preferred lodge where you will have a chance to target various species off shore, off the points and the surrounding islands and spits. Superb estuary fishing is also available.

Intrepid Fly will be packaging and guiding trips throughout the year to the Amazon to target peacock bass in the lagoon systems of Northern Brazil. The round trip is 8 days in the Amazon with options to visit Rio de Janeiro on route. There is space for individuals and groups and based on last months trip, this is highly recommended. 174 peacock bass between 2 anglers in one day...

Intrepid Fly will be guiding and packaging trips to Argentina to target rainbow 22 + inch and brown trout across streams and spring creeks. The trip will involve a stop off in Buenos Aeries on route to Patagonia. Fishing will include floating trips should you wish.

Intrepid Fly will be holding a number of academies in the upcoming year. These weekends away will be in the Lowveld, Drakensberg, Western Cape and Rhodes region for all anglers. If you have a party and would like a guide to accompany you on your weekend away, please let us know.

Thank you for all your support over the year and especially through these hard times … you have seen that our fishing prices remain competitive and will remain so!

Kind Regards

Andrew and the Intrepid Fly team

How Intrepid Fly works for you .... It only takes an email or a phone call.

We are a specialist fly-fishing travel agency with interests in 20 fisheries around the world, targeting both fresh and salt water species. We negotiate preferential rates with the venues we support so that we don’t have to mark up the price. We then package the trips to include guides (optional) who are internationally accredited (REFFIS). Tell us where and when you want to go fishing and we will take care of the booking and the travel arrangements, saving you time and money. Intrepid Fly practices catch and release.