WEATHER & PACKING TIPS

WEATHER AND HOW TO PACK

GEOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE WEATHER CONDITIONS BY MONTH

Summer is one of the most enjoyable times to visit Patagonia. While the weather, at times, can be quite unpredictable, with a wide range of extremes in temperature, sunlight, and rainfall, the summer generally offers mild, comfortable days and cool nights. Patagonia is considered a temerpate rainforest and can get large amounts of rain during the summer months, so packing footware that can get wet and muddy is key. The sun in the Southern Hempishere is far stronger than in the Northern Hempishere, and it is strongly recommended that adequate protection, like SPF 50, sun hoodies, and other protoctecive attire be added to your kit.

DECEMBER

As Patagonia enters the start of their beautiful summer season, temperatures begin to rise during the day while early mornings and evenings stay crisp and cool. Temperatures can range from the mid 40’s to mid 60’s.

JANUARY - MARCH

Overall the most popular time in terms of weather, these months typically deliver the sunniest, warmest days. Daylight is at its longest, with early sunrises and later sunsets. Temperatures start to warm up with ranges of mid 50’s to mid 70’s, with the possibility of reaching the mid 80’s on warmer days.

APRIL

April brings along the start of the seasonal change. The days are shorter and wetter as the autumn rain moves in and the temperatures drop to the 30’s. The vegetation turns rust red before the first snowflakes fall, and nights see the first freezing temperatures of the season. Autumn in Chile can be sunny and peaceful, but it can also offer howling winds that help relieve the trees of their last leaves.

SUGGESTED PACKING LIST

The following is a travel checklist to use as a guideline while preparing for your trip. Please speak with your Experience Team about additional packing questions.

TRAVEL

LIST

Passport Wallet with Chilean Pesos, cash, and cards Prescriptions and medication Cell phone and charger International adapter Camera and charger Batteries for devices Personal toiletries

CLOTHING & GEAR

LIST

Long sleeve fishing shirts Casual dinner wear Capilene underwear Wool socks Comfortable lodge shoes Fleece tops Outdoor boots Rain pants Sun gloves and fleece gloves Polarized sunglasses (2 pair) and Croakies Waders Wader patch kit Waterproof fishing jacket Wading staff Wading boots - rubber sole recommended

WHAT ELEVEN

PROVIDES

• Leaders and tippets • Buff • Hat • Sun screen and insect repellent • Premium bath amenities • Loaner rods and reels* • Loaner wader and boots*

*Please let your Experience Team know if you plan on using these items. These items are available on a limited basis and only with advance notice.

RODS LIST

9ft. #6 weight 9ft. #7 weight or #8 weight * We recommend bringing two rods

LINES LIST

#7 floating line for 6 weight rod #8 floating line for 7 weight rod 24ft. fast sinking tip streamer line

LEADERS

LIST

9ft. tapered leader 0X — 4X 7 1⁄2 ft. 0X and 1X leaders with tippet Tippet spools of 0X, 1X, 2X, 3X 10lb Clear Maxima for streamers

EQUIPMENT

LIST

Spools Extra line Leader and tippet material Waterproof tackle bag Dry/Waterproof bags Floatant, pliers, forceps, nippers, hook sharpener, fly line dressing, and cleaning pad *Optional Guide Fly Program available for $75.00 per person per week, paid in cash at the lodge.