Fly patterns like red Copper Johns, the Tungsten Split Case PMD and Tungsten Redemptions are excellent imitations for the nymphs. Emerger patterns consist of Pandemic PMDs, PMD Flag Dun Emergers and ...

Prior to the midday hatches, anglers should focus on nymphing the riffles the runs with appropriate imitations of PMD nymphs and emergers. Some of my favorite patterns for this stage in their life ...

Not a nymph, not a dry fly, but somewhere in between. Fly fishing with emerger flies can be a game-changer during the early stages of a hatch.

When the PMDs come off switch to a size #18 PMD Compardun or a tilt-wing PMD imitation. You may also want a PMD floating nymph or emerger-style fly imitation for the beginning of the hatch.

All mayflies go through different stages of a life cycle, and the final stage of a female PMD’s short-lived adult (dun stage) life is called the “spinner” phase. After the aquatic transformation of ...

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - Check out the latest episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Podcast, featuring a legendary fly fishing guide. Podcast: 15 Tips for Fishing Emergers, with Pat Dorsey ...