Whether you’re an avid fly fisherman, or just someone who tinkers around with it every now and then, you want to do all you can to catch fish. With fly fishing, this usually comes down to the flies you are using. Fish react differently to certain colors, shapes, styles. If you are heading out to the stream this weekend, you should be carrying at least a few of these top flies. We have also included YouTube videos to tutorials that will show you just have to tie these babies yourself. If you’re not adept at tying just yet, these flies are very popular and will most certainly be at any fly fishing store you enter.
Woolly Bugger
This wet fly is what the Parachute Adams is but just below the surface. The Bugger can imitate nymphs, leeches, and more. Customize it to your specific area with color and beads.
Parachute Adams
Despite it’s unique name, this fly works wonders. It’s a dry fly that works on even the pickiest of fish. It can catch almost any type of fish in any type of water.
San Juan Worm
This worm isn’t just for the San Juan River in New Mexico. It’s a versatile fly that can be done in a variety of sizes and colors. It works best in warmer waters.
Pheasant Tail Nymph
Add what you want to this nymph. you can change the head, pattern, size, make it your own.
Elk Hair Caddis
This is a great dry fly as it floats well and is fairly simple to tie. It’s mainly used to catch trout, and it does its job well.
Once you have your flies, be sure to grab a Waterproof Chart for the body of water you’re heading out on. Whether you’re out on Saginaw Bay Lake or Lake St. Clair, we have a fishing chart to help point you to the major fishing spots. We gather information from local fishermen who know the area well. This helps us create charts that are localized for your area with information that only locals know. Catch more fish with Waterproof Charts.
