Callibaetis Emerger

The Orb Callibaetis Emerger (Early Verson w/o Ostrich)~G. Muncy

This was an early version of The Orb. I still wanted the glowing gas bubble of the emerging adult I had observed on Oregon’s East Lake. I experimented with pheasant tail fibers for the tail and the backstrap ala the Skip Nymph seeking the dark over light abdomen. Later, I would replace the pheasant tail fibers with Ostrich feather fibers for more animation.

The Orb Emerger w/ Ostrich Instead of Pheasant Tail~G. Muncy

Now, I know I might appear to be beating this pattern’s drum too much, but I believe in it’s successes and the concept based upon several observation periods of the pre hatch phase of the Callibaetis Mayfly. I believe there are several fine nymph patterns and emerger patterns for the Callibaetis. The Timberline Emerger comes to mind. I would only suggest that when the duns are coming off, fish the surface with this fine pattern or your version with the shimmering glass bead.   

The Orb's Possibilities

Timberline Emerger~G. Muncy

Here PlanetTrout incorporates two positives of the glowing bead and the vertical in the film posture with The Bubble Boy:

All this gets close to the Callibaetis Nymphs I saw several inches below the surface glowing bright in the thorax and positioned diagonally. They emerged so quickly that it was hard to tell if they lingered in the film for a micro second. Either way, there is something here to explore for the stillwater fisher or anyone experimenting with mayfly emergers. 

Lady Caroline (‘spey pages’ tutorial on how to tie)

Lady Caroline~T. Muncy

The Lady Caroline is of classic lines in the spey category. Don’t overdress it and believe. There is an enormously interesting history re the pioneers of steelhead and salmon fishing with the fly (especially in the NW, no offense to others). The pioneers of techniques and flies live on in the young men and women of today, who provide cutting edge visuals and their energy. Going back is always good to appreciate the breadth of this passion. I found a brief synopsis, which includes some places to start your research on line. There are many fine books as well readily available at shops and online vendors. This is a brief start for beginners.