Humpy Pattern Description: The Humpy is my all time favorite attractor pattern and happens to be one of the first "real" flies I ever learned to tie. Its elk hair body and wings and heavy hackle make it an excellent floater and highly visible to boot. My favorite colors are yellow, chartreuse and tan, but

Adams Pattern Description: The Adams is one of the most popular dry flies in the country. Originated by Len Halliday in Michigan, it was first conceived as an adult caddis imitation. Through the years the pattern became bastardized into what is now the commonly accepted mayfly profile. I tend to use the Adams as an

Pheasant Tail Alternative Pattern Description: My PTA has become a proven killer over the past several years. I believe a good portion of this flies' success is attributable to its differentiation from other patterns. We all know that fish like contrast in a pattern, thus the success of two-tone flies like Copper Johns and many