We camped a few nights at the "lodge" mentioned in that article, the Bella Vista. It's little more than a rundown house really. We camped in their lawn for a few bucks a night and had a few meals with the owners who were very nice. Its located right on the Gallego Chico was is super tiny but has a healthy population of resident browns. Its a five minute walk to the Gallegos from the camp spot.

Lots of locals chucking hardware, in fact I cleaned a few spoons from the river and meant to give them to you for a chuckle Todd. I thought I had but maybe they are still floating around in a box somewhere. Most of their spoons more closely resemble a pipe jig than a real spoon.

Lots of great DIY trips to be had down there, but the logistics and access of Stroble might be too much to overcome from a practical standpoint.

The bank access on the Gallegos is great.