You can use the base pattern of an Adams fly to tie a very common fly in the spring called the Blue-Winged Olive, which ...

The writer shows off a Venango County, Pa., trout that was attracted to an “Iron Mike” fly. (Photos by Jerry Bush) ...

Most nymph patterns are weighted ... of pocket water or riffles during a time when there are regular daily mayfly hatches. It’s generally best if water levels are stable or a bit on the high ...

On such days, these are the nymph patterns that I like to have in my fly box. If you find yourself predominantly fishing fast water, tie on a Perdigon. Its tungsten bead gives it the necessary ...

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