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Autumn 2009: Big Nymph
Big Nymph
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Hook:
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4 - 8
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Body:
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Olive green seal's fur
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Ribbing:
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Copper wire
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Thorax:
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Olive green seal's fur
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Wing-case:
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Mottled turkey tail fibres
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Tail:
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Red cock hackle fibres
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Easter at Uncle Billy's this year saw some welcome rain. The insect activity increased, and the fishing was excellent with many fish caught on green woolly buggers. Casting from the jetty was one of the best spots on Yoolimba. During some sessions, multiple fish were landed within minutes. Temperatures were not too cold, although a warm fire was welcomed at night. We had a good fall of rain towards the end of May (87 ml) and the country is looking a little greener.
The Fly featured for Autumn is the "Big Nymph". Mick Hall (fly fishing consultant and journalist) claims this fly to be one of his most productive over the years. Also known as the "Ettrick Nymph", it is one of those "anywhere" lake flies. This pattern works well if fished with a fast figure-of-eight retrieve, or short strips.
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We have recorderd the most successful flies used at Uncle Billy's since 2003. There are over 20 different flies which have been featured on the website. To view flies from other months, choose from the list below:
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