This is one of the top patterns of a couple Orvis staff members. They use it during hatches of larger caddisflies, but also as a searching pattern when no fish are rising. Although it’s a killer fly, it’s also a complicated and fussy pattern to get right, so we’ll see if Tom is up to the challenge. He’s just glad he’s not tying against Flagler this week!
Spotlight Caddis Emerger
Hook: Czech Nymph sizes 12-16
Thread: Black 12/0
Tail (Overlay): Olive microchenille
Body: Green Holo tinsel ribbed with copper wire
Wing: Tan McFlylon, EP Fiber, or similar fine synthetic fiber
Thorax: Hare’s ear or squirrel dubbing
Antennae: Two mallard flank fibers
Post: White calf body hair or white EP fiber
Throat: Brown partridge fibers
Hackle: Blue dun