Navigating the Middle Limay demands a deep understanding of its nuances, where experienced guiding plays a crucial role in achieving fishing success. Despite decades of experience, we've humbly realized that the Limay requires a different approach, not just in terms of the abundance and size of the fish, but primarily in the way we interpret the river.
Describing fishing conditions month by month is challenging, as anything can happen at any time on the Middle Limay. However, there are discernible fish behavior patterns worth noting.
During the early season (Nov-Dec), hungry and aggressive fish eagerly strike surface fishing on dries and nymphs, despite windier conditions posing a challenge. The mid-season (Jan-Feb) experiences fewer windy days and more mayfly and caddis hatches, allowing for smaller dry flies on rising fish. The late season (Mar-Apr) sees even fewer windy days and increased hatches, with streamer fishing and targeting migratory fish also proving highly productive. It's essential to note that migratory browns and rainbows can be caught at any time during the season.
These observations are generalized, as fish behavior largely depends on water level and temperature. However, the Middle Limay's unique characteristics make it the only fishable river in the area during the early season when others are too high to fish.
