Also, stonefly nymphs are found on the stream bottom rocks in various stages of development and nymph patterns are typically fished successfully year-round on waters that have open regulations.

I had the privilege of meeting Lee Clark at a fly-fishing show in Portland, Ore., shortly after he came up with this pattern. He is an interesting man and if you ever have the opportunity to watch ...

Josh Garris, Curtis Wright Outfitters (Note: Top-water flies are listed first.) Trout: • Size 12 to 14 yellow or orange stimulator with a size 16 tan boss hog nymph (a rubber leg stonefly pattern) ...

"We have a small stonefly out right now, the numera, a size 16- or 18-range," Way said. "16 is probably the best." They're landing trout with small midge patterns on the surface, he said.

Nilkitkwa Lake is a narrow lake famous for its great stonefly hatch and trophy trout. The stonefly hatch starts with the warmer weather and normally lasts until the end of July--sometimes into August.

Inland Streams According to Drew Nisbet of Orvis Buffalo in Williamsville, our inland creeks for catch-and-release trout have been fishing incredibly well over the last two weeks of mild weather.

A great pattern to use that imitates a variety of adult stoneflies is the oft-overlooked Picket Pin. An older pattern, it's rarely seen for sale in fly shops, which means that most trout haven't ...