Week 18 was shaped by fast-dropping water levels, a scenario that consistently triggers heightened activity on the Marié. As the river fell quickly, fish repositioned aggressively, rewarding anglers who stayed alert and adapted their approach throughout the day.
The result was a week marked by decisive strikes, strong fights, and quality fish appearing across multiple structures. With conditions aligning perfectly, the Marié once again demonstrated how quickly opportunity can escalate when the river shifts in the right direction.
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WEATHER CONDITION
Mostly sunny days throughout the week, with average water temperatures around 28°C (82°F).
RIVER CONDITIONS
Water levels dropped rapidly, creating aggressive movement patterns and increased fish activity across the system.
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WEEKLY STATS
Total Peacock Bass Catches: 238
Temensis Benchmarks:
Temensis >10 lbs: 09
Temensis >15 lbs: 07
Temensis >20 lbs: 02
Temensis >80 cm: 07
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UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT
Rick
Rick wasted no time adjusting to the rhythm of the Marié. By his second day on the water, he connected with a powerful 20 lb peacock bass on the fly rod. The fight was clean, heavy, and decisive, confirming that the fast-dropping water had activated exactly the type of fish the Marié is known for. A textbook moment in the right conditions.

Howard
Howard’s week followed a similar pattern of consistency and progression. On his second day, he landed a solid 20 lb trophy, setting the tone for the rest of the trip. As the week unfolded, he added several more quality fish, including an impressive 19 lb paca, closing out a well-rounded and memorable week on the river.

LOOKING AHEAD
With water levels continuing to fall, the Marié enters another highly reactive phase of the season. Fast drops often create short but intense feeding windows, and the coming weeks hold strong potential for anglers ready to capitalize on those moments.
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