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Northern Michigan Fly Fishing
Fly Fishing for Steelhead
smallmouth bass on the fly

Argentina Dorado Equipment List

You will be fishing in a tropical, jungle climate. Expect heat and humidity. Wear long pants and shirts for sun and mosquito protection. Normally the only time the bugs bother us is in the evening.

  • Sunglasses (2)
  • Extra eyeglasses
  • Rain jacket
  • Duct tape, small ½ roll
  • Meds, Rolaids, vitamins, sleeping pills See #1 below
  • Scarf
  • Fishing shirts (4) See note #2
  • Pants (2), flats or fishing pants (2)
  • Fleece vest
  • 2-3 evening shirts
  • 5 socks/ travel shoes
  • Capilene tops (4), lightweight, like t-shirts
  • Fishing sandals (optional)
  • Lightweight shoes for the boat. They should be able to get wet and offer sun protection, at least 50spf
  • Chapstick with sun protection
  • Shorts (2)
  • Toiletries, comb, shampoo, sunblock, bug spray
  • Small flashlight or headlamp
  • 2 hats, fishing and ball cap
  • Camera, charger, extra battery and cards

Roller Carry On,

This I carry essential items that I have to use if they lose my roller duffle. These are….

  • Toothbrush, comb
  • Rain jacket
  • 2 reels
  • 1 set of clothes
  • Sunglasses
  • Extra glasses
  • Rain coat
  • Hat
  • Sleeping pills, vitamins
  • Camera
  • Rod Tube

Fishing Gear

  • Fanny pack or fly vest
  • Line cleaner
  • 8 weight rods (2)
  • Reels (2), loaded with 150 yds of 30 lb. backing and (1) WF Floating and (1) Titan intermediate, both 8 weights
  • Forceps and nippers
  • Boat dry bag
  • Flies, they will provide
  • Tippet, 20, 30, 40 lb. saltwater flourocarbon
  • Stripping basket (optional, bring one if you like to use them)
  • Bring a photo copy of your passport to carry with you on the river with your fishing license so you do not ruin your original.

Travel Stuff

  • Passport, Global Entry card if applicable
  • Airline tickets
  • Tip money $50 per person daily for the guides, $25 daily for lodge and camp staff
  • Extra Cash
  • Luggage – Roller duffle to 70 pounds

Note # 1

I carry the following OTC and prescription drugs in case of problems….

  • Zicam, in case a cold comes on
  • Benadryl, antihistamine
  • Z Pack, antibiotic
  • OTC sleeping pills
  • Cipro for bacterial infection
  • Predinisone for swelling and allergies
  • Promethazine for nausea
  • OTC constipation and the diarrhea

Note #2

We will be able to get laundry done if needed so don’t overdo the clothes. What I have listed above will be my maximum amount, I may cut back if need space.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. 231-228-7135

Have a great trip!

Captain Chuck Hawkins

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