Black Elk Hair Caddis (Emerger)

A emerger fly imitating Hydropsyche, fished in April, May, June, July, August, September across the Northeast, Midwest, Southeast, Rocky Mountain, Pacific Northwest, Southwest.

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Quick facts

How to tie the Black Elk Hair Caddis (Emerger)

Hook: Tiemco TMC 2488, sizes 14-18
Thread: Uni 8/0 Black

Materials

Tying steps

  1. Mount curved hook. Tie in dark brown Zelon shuck.
  2. Tie in black wire.
  3. Dub black abdomen to 65%.
  4. Rib in 4 turns.
  5. Tie in dark gray CDC wing slanted back.
  6. Dub black thorax, whip finish.

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