I have always had an affinity for old, forgotten fly patterns. The Pass Lake Special may not be forgotten, but it does fall into the old category.
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The Pass Lake Special
The Fat Albert
The Fat Albert
Since this pattern fished so well. I picked up a few to bring home as tying samples thinking they would tear up the warm-water scene around here. I was not disappointed!
Read moreThe Unknown Brother of the Bluegill
Rock Bass. Photograph by Bradford Wade
Despite its aggressiveness, feisty fight, and willingness to strike a fly when other fish stop biting, the rock bass is not a priority for most anglers
Read moreWinter Fishing
Cold weather fly fishing for bluegills and other sunfish is often a tough proposition.
Read moreFly Tying Notebook: Do you use one?
I started keeping a notebook on my fly tying desk very early on. In these notebooks, I have recorded new fly recipes, made a note of needed materials and documented proven patterns.
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