Alright, fly fishers and tiers, let's talk about a pattern that's as deadly as it is steeped in history: the North Country Spider. But we're not just dusting off some relic from a museum. We're injecting it with a shot...
If you’re a fan of tying and fishing North Country Spider patterns, the Green Drake Wire Body Greenwell’s Spider is a game-changer. This unique variation elevates the traditional soft hackle fly by incorporating a wire body. Not only does this addition...
There are few fly patterns that boast both charm and effectiveness of North Country Spiders. The flies now known as soft hackles have stood the test of time, and their origins date back to the 18th-century England. Beloved because of...
There's something magical about the delicate dance of a caddis fly on the water's surface. For many fly anglers, this image represents more than just an opportunity to catch fish; it embodies the essence of fly fishing. One pattern that...
For many anglers, the thrill of fishing goes beyond just the act of casting a line. It begins at the vise, where creativity and precision come together to create the perfect fly. Among the myriad of patterns available, one has...
Fly fishing enthusiasts are no strangers to the allure of classic patterns, but every once in a while, a modern twist emerges that revitalizes the art of fly tying. One such innovation is the Olive Quill Starling Soft Hackle, a...
Traditionally this pattern was designed to imitate what they call the Olives, and tied in olive. Cannon Greenwell and James Wright are the originators of this pattern and it is still one of the most popular North Country Spider patterns...
