Spring 2006

2006 Trip to the South Island of New Zealand with The Fish Guy
Ask the Fish Guy his favorite spot on earth and he'll tell you New Zealand. It's a trout fisherman's paradise. Let's see...stunning scenery, ten lifetimes of trout streams to explore (no kidding), BIG fish, and really great people make this winter getaway a homerun.

I have hosted both low budget trips staying in family run motels and farmstays, hiring local guides and eating dinner at local pubs to staying in the finest lodges, like Lake Rotaroa Lodge, and fishing in the lap of luxury. I love it all and would be happy to show you what New Zealand it all about. The standard itinerary includes both options. To do this right we'll want to spend a minimum of 2 weeks on this trip. Each leg of the trip will be about 5 days, and with a few days of travel thrown in, 2 weeks will go by very quickly. Since most of For the past 20 years I've been hosting fly fishing trips all over the world. I've been to the wilds of Alaska, to the southern tip of Argentina, to the tropics of Belize, to the fjords of Chile and to the rugged backcountry of New Zealand...just to catch a fish...doesn't make much sense does it? Well it's been great fun and along the way I've seen some cool stuff and have developed relationships with some of the world's finest lodges, outfitters and guides. If a part of you has always wanted to be a global fish bum then I hope you and your friends will join me as I continue to search out the best fly fishing destinations in the world. I promise we'll have a good time, a few laughs and maybe even catch a fish or two. These guided trips are just another of the many valuable services provided to you through the Fly Fishing Program here at 3 Creek Ranch. Both the New Zealand and Argentina trips are available to homeowners, members and their guests. our time will be spent fishing you may want to arrive a few days before or stay a few days after and spend some time sightseeing, hiking, visiting wineries or just hanging out and relaxing. This is a truly an amazing place and worth exploring for a few extra days.

Let's talk fishing...this is BIG fish country. I'd say the fish average 3-5lbs, a good fish will be 6-8lbs and there are fish OVER 10lbs. These are Netting a Big One in New Zealand PA G E 5 big, wild, beautiful fish. All the fishing is on foot and the wading is generally pretty easy. The Kiwi guides are some of the best in the world. These fellas take pride in providing first rate service in a professional manner. This won't be dawn 'til dusk fishing. If you want a trip where you pound it all day everyday this isn't the trip for you. This is also not the trip to take if you are into catching lots of fish. On a normal day expect to land about 2 fish. Unlike most fishing trips you will have down time and you will get plenty of sleep. This is the ideal trip to bring a non-fishing spouse or friends as there are all kinds of other outdoor activities close by. Be ready to relax and have FUN. There is nowhere on earth like New Zealand and I hope we get a chance to check it out together.

Jim Brungardt
3 Creek Ranch
Fishing Coordinator
(307)733-2111
jbrungardt@3creekranch-jh.com