There are only very slight color variations to the body of this fly in that they can range in color to a light smoky dun body to a shade of gray that is almost a dark medium dun. Sizes range from 18 to 12. They are mostly found in still
If you know the Callibaetis have been hatching, begin your fishing day by trying a spinner first! Pond and lake trout are usually cruisers and will casually suck in a spinner if they can see it. Try to lead a cruiser by as much as 6 feet
When duns hatch in a flat area and drift through rapids or turbulent water, some are naturally going to get damaged or drowned. Trout, being the predator they are, will go after a weakened insect and that's what we want. The Drowned
In this emerging pattern I use CDC for the wing. I do this one for straight-bodied ones, but you can do it on a curved hook and it will float differently. After you tie this really nice little fly, look on the underside of it. It shows
No self-respecting trout will turn down a juicy black cricket. This one has the added attraction of a little flash at the butt that seems to really improve its effectiveness. I have fished it on spring creeks, tail-waters, freestone
This pattern was originated by Dennis Brown of Logan, Utah and is a pattern that is well served during high water run off and early season trout. The body is a combination of glass
The French Maid is a pattern tied for largemouth bass, although the woolly bugger style is equally productive for trout (including any other fish). On a classic 3 XL or 4XL streamer hook, you can follow the same tying steps (less the weed
The Elk Hair Caddis is one of the most recognized flies of all time. This is a must pattern for every serious trout angler. It is a great fly to learn hackling and hair handling techniques before attempting more difficult patterns. I chose
This single adult midge has the correct silhouette and sparseness to fool the pickiest of trout Tie these large for those selective stillwater trout feeding on adult midges or in the smallest sizes for spring creek and tailwater trout. It
The firefly is probably the most productive pattern I have in my fly box. I've fished this fly for over ten years and so have many of my friends. It has been one of the top producers for all of us. It's a very durable pattern and very
