What is a dry fly bug ? Dry flies are used to replicate the mature stages of stream born insects or anything that floats and that trout might eat (grasshoppers, ants, etc). How do I know what pattern my fly is? To identify different fly species , look for the characteristics that set them apart … Read more
How do I know what pattern my fly is? To identify different fly species, look for the characteristics that set them apart For example, If they look like a mosquito, but they aren’t biting you, they’re midges. You’ll often see them buzzing around and above your head in huge swarms. What is an attractor pattern … Read more
The woolly bugger is an artificial fly commonly categorized as a wet fly or streamer and is fished under the water surface It is a popular and widely used pattern for both freshwater and saltwater game fish and is generally listed as one of the top patterns to have in any fly box. What is … Read more
In Norwegian myths and folklore, three cormorants flying together are said to be carrying messages and warnings from the dead In northern Norway, cormorants are considered to be good luck when they gather in a village. What is a blob fly ? The blob fly is a short and bulky trout fly made from colourful … Read more
The fly can be used to imitate a small baetis / Blue Wing Olive or midge The original fly pattern was tied with a gray body/thorax, but it can be tied in a variety of colors including olive, chocolate, black, tan, and red. What is a Baetis nymph? baetis mayflies are known to fishermen as … Read more