Title: Emergent Sparkle Squid
Hook: Tiemco 911S, Mustad S74S, or a similar long-shank hook, size 2/0.
Thread: White 3/0 (280 denier).
Tentacles: Saddle hackles.
Head: Sili Skin or Gooey Body.
Eyes: Large dome prismatic eyes glued to the head of the squid.
Body: Chenille, Polar Chenille, or Estaz wrapped between three body layers of Kinky Fiber Flash Blend.
Note: Tie this fly in colors to match the squid in your local waters.
Last Updated on Jun 18, 2013 / Posted by Chad McClure
We were told to brace ourselves for an epic 17-year cicada hatch that would blanket much of the eastern United States with the noisy insects. So far, however, the hatch has been a dud. What happened? Where are all of the cicadas?
Last Updated on Jun 13, 2013 / Posted by Chad McClure
On June 12, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved a proposal making tarpon and bonefish catch-and-release only fisheries. Anglers also need to be aware of several changes scheduled to go into effect in state and federal waters off of the Florida coast beginning on September 1. These changes include the following:
Last Updated on Jun 12, 2013 / Posted by Chad McClure
Great video from the Atlantic Salmon Federation on best live release practices. They focus on Atlantic salmon, but most of the principles that they outline are the same for all species. Watch and learn!
Last Updated on Jun 11, 2013 / Posted by Chad McClure
Stonefly time on many western rivers. Cool video from simms.
Last Updated on Jun 11, 2013 / Posted by Chad McClure
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