Damsel Fly Fishing

08/30/2026

08/29/2026

Rainbow Brite 🌈

Congrats to my new friend JON NORMAN, on his third time fly fishing ever, on his first day fishing from a boat, just before the take out, he hooks into one of the most beautiful rainbows to grace my net this year!

07/08/2026

Early season work on the Big Horn. Next years dates for an all ladies weekend Kingfisher Lodge will be:

7-9 May 2027

Come learn how to fish, cast, tie knots, identify the bugs, enjoy chef prepared meals and cozy accommodations!

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05/09/2026

Aquila Women’s fly casting socials at Gallatin River Lodge—develop skills, play casting games, and connect. All levels. W**e pour included.

Aquila Women’s Fly Casting Socials are a recurring, drop-in experience designed for women of all levels who want to build confidence, refine skills, and connect in a relaxed, social setting. Each two-hour session begins with a short Wade Well Method movement primer to improve body awareness and coordination before stepping into casting. From there, you’ll move through guided fly casting instruction, supported practice, and casting games that reinforce technique while keeping things engaging and fun.
These events are intentionally designed to be equal parts social and skill-building. Whether you’re brand new to fly casting or looking to refine your mechanics, you’ll have space to learn, ask questions, and meet other women in the community.

Hosted outdoors at the beautiful Gallatin River Lodge, each ticket includes one glass of w**e (non-alcoholic option available), with additional beverages available for purchase on site. Held the second Thursday of every month (7/9, 8/13, 9/10).

Come solo or with friends. No experience needed. Spots limited, pre-registration required.

About your instructor: Led by Lindsay Kocka, founder of Aquila Women's Fly Fishing Academy and Wade Well, these events combine technical instruction with an approachable, supportive teaching style and fun, social setting.

Spots Are Limited. Investment: $55

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-fly-casting-socials-may-season-pass-tickets-1986716910761?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/06/2026

✨ Sea trout✨
Ushuaia and Estancia Marie Behety
🔥 Rio Grande, Tierra Del Fuego 🔥
ARGENTINA
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04/12/2026

03/31/2026

Well, this morning I woke up made my coffee and turned on the News, s**t is wild out there these days and hard not to get down on the current outlook of our world….

BUT

If you want to engage in some fun news, USA TODAY came out with a list of the best fly fishing guides and Damsel made the list!

They’re are a lot of amazing friends of mine that deserve to be on this list, feeling honored to be recognized.

Happy Voting, Hope your favorites are on the list!

https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-fly-fishing-guide/ #

Voting for the Best Fly Fishing Guide is open! Cast your vote daily to help pick the 2026 10Best Readers' Choice Award for Best Fly Fishing Guide.

01/15/2026

Big glacier rivers. Emerald lakes. Endless water.

Fishing the Futaleufú and Palena is pure magic—sight fishing rainbows crushing damsels one moment, then swinging streamers through big, intense water the next. Fjords, power, and scale that feel more like Jurassic Park/Alaska than anything else… but unmistakably Chilean Patagonia.

Coming home each day to the most perfect fishing camp—by anglers, for anglers. Glamping right on the banks of the Futaleufú, chef-prepared meals, clubhouse-style lodge vibes, and a level of comfort and charm that’s hard to beat.

If you’re looking for the most balanced and diverse fishing in Patagonia—Chile and Argentina—don’t stop at the border. Cross into Chile and stay with my amigos and amigas (the team) .
What a magnificent place.

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01/11/2026

⭐️Hello 2026, Adios 2025…..

Wrapped up an incredible 2025 guide season with a full heart 🙏

So grateful for every guest who trusted me with their time on the water, every friend and family member who supported the journey, and every shared sunrise, tight line, and story along the way.

Starting 2026 the best way I know how—chasing fish across Argentina 🇦🇷 and Chile 🇨🇱
New waters, new memories with old and new friends, chasing my dreams and passion.

Thank you all for being part of this adventure. Here’s to another year of adventure and the pursuit of happiness 🎣⭐️

12/29/2025

Sending holiday cheer all the way from Argentina 🇦🇷✨ Happy Holidays to everyone!