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The Fishing Fly Shop Blog is a blog about fishing fly patterns. Where to use a particular fly pattern. What fish it will catch and what time of year to fish it.


Mar 3, 2010, Modern Fishing Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Modern fishing fly patterns are tied with a vast variety of materials including natural materials such as goose feathers, beaver hair, deer hair, elk hair, chicken feathers, ostrich, and peacock feathers, rabbit fur and fox fur.

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Feb 28, 2010, Fishing Saskatoon Saskatchewan

When you are fishing Saskatoon Saskatchewan, you will be targeting many species of both course fish and trout.

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Feb 28, 2010, Fishing the Yellowhead Highway

Fishing the Yellowhead highway is a journey along the main northern highway route across Western Canada. It starts in the East at the corner of Portage and Main in the City of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and ends in the West at Masset BC, on the Queen Charlotte Islands.

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Feb 27, 2010, Search Nymph Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Nymphs or Wet Flies are so named because they imitate the Nymph stage of the various insects that hatch along the waterways that we fish.

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Feb 27, 2010, Red Squirrel Nymph at fishingflyshop.com

The Red Squirrel nymph is a great searching nymph.

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Feb 27, 2010, Stonefly Nymph Wet Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Stone flies have an incomplete life cycle and go from the Larva stage to the Adult stage. They can however stay in the Larva stage for up to 3 years, going through as many as 25 moults.

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Feb 27, 2010, Box Canyon Stone Fly Nymph at fishingflyshop.com

The Box Canyon Stone Fly Nymph migrates to shore to hatch

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Feb 27, 2010, Dragon Fly Nymph at fishingflyshop.com

The Dragon fly nymph is a great searching nymph.

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Feb 27, 2010, Wet Fishing Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

The Traditional Wet Fly patterns are the oldest patterns used in fly fishing. There were wet fly patterns long before there were dry fly patterns. These patterns were being tied and were catching fish as far back as the 15th Century

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Feb 27, 2010, Hornberg Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The Hornberg Wet fly can be fished as a Dry Fly or as a Streamer.

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Feb 22, 2010, Picket Pin Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The Picket Pin Wet fly imatates a drowned adult stone fly.

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Feb 22, 2010, Snipe and Purple Soft Hackle Fly at fishingflyshop.com

snipe and purple soft hackle fly patterns are the fly patterns to use when fishing Scotland

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Feb 22, 2010, Soft Hackle Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Soft Hackle Fishing Flies are some of the oldest patterns in the realm of fly fishing. It looks like anglers have been tying and catching fish on Soft Hackle Patterns for over 500 years

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Feb 21, 2010, Fishing Winnipeg Manitoba

When you are fishing Winnipeg Manitoba, you will be targeting many species of both course fish and trout.

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Feb 20, 2010, Mayfly Nymph Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Mayfly Nymph Fishing Fly Patterns imitate the Nymph stage of the Mayfly's life cycle. Mayfly Nymphs are the underwater stage of the May Fly.

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Feb 20, 2010, Sulphur Dun Nymph at fishingflyshop.com

This pattern is very versitile. Fish this fly pattern on river throughout the Summer. Watch for the flies as they are emerging.

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Feb 17, 2010, Kaufman's Golden Stone Fly Nymph at fishingflyshop.com

This pattern is very versitile. Use it on Lakes and ponds where there are Dragon Flies, Damsel Flies, Caddis Flies or Mayflies hatching. Watch for the flies as they are emerging.

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Feb 16, 2010, Olive Carey Special Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

This pattern is very versitile. Use it on Lakes and ponds where there are Dragon Flies, Damsel Flies, Caddis Flies or Mayflies hatching. Watch for the flies as they are emerging.

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Feb 15, 2010, Mayfly Dry Fly Patterns at fishingflyshop.com

Mayfly Dry Fishing Fly Patterns emulate the two adult phases of the Mayfly.

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Feb 15, 2010, Rusty Spinner Dry Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Burlap Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Burke Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Brown Stimulator Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Brown Bomber Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Bread Crust Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Brassie Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Blonde Burlap Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Blade's Olive Nymph Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Birds Nest Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Big Hole Demon Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Beaver Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Beaver Pelt Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Atherton Medium Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Atherton Light Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Atherton Dark Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Yorkshire Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Tups Indispensible Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Snipe and Purple Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Siberian Outpost Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Red Hackle Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Partridge and Orange Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Partridge and Green Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Orange Fish Hawk Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, March Brown spider Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, March Brown Flymph Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Leisenring Dark Olive Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Leisenring Black Gnat Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Iron Blue Wingless Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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Sep 6, 2009, Grouse and Orange Wet Fly at fishingflyshop.com

The best way to pick a fly that is going to work is to watch the water you are fishing. Look for bugs in and above the water. Notice what shape, color and size the bugs are. Then pick a fly that matches the hatch as close as you can. A general rule of thumb is to use a smaller fly in the Spring and a larger size in the Fall.

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