The Bow River experiences several incredible hatches throughout the season. The following chart outlines some of our favorite patterns.
If you prefer to tie your own flies or are intrested in our other favorite patterns, contact us for a more detailed list of flies including streamers and nymphs.
Hatch | Pattern & Size | Date |
Blue Winged Olive |
CDC BWO Dun, 18-20
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April 10-May 20 and Aug. 20-Nov.15 |
Caddis |
E/C Caddis, 14-16
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May 10-Oct. 1 |
Pale Morning Dun |
CDC PMD Dun, 14-16
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June 15-July 25 |
Tricorythodes |
Trico Quill Body Parachute, 18-20
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Aug. 1-Oct.1 |
Golden Stone |
Bloom's Golden Stone, 8-10 Chernobyl Ant, blk/tan, 6-10 Chubby Chernobyl, 6-10
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June 15-Aug.10 |
Terrestrials |
Dave's Hopper, 6-10 Fat Albert, 8-12 Grillo's Hippie Stomper, 12-14 |
July 20-Oct. 1 |
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