The October caddis fly is the last chance to throw big bugs for eager trout. With winter bringing midge season soon this is definitely something to look forward to. Our version is tied with an orange body and a very full elk hair wing. This gives it a great profile on the water when trying to imitate the large wing of the October caddis and also keeps it very buoyant. Fish it on its own or on top of a dropper rig. If you missed our last fly tying post, check it out here to learn how to tie a Beadhead October Caddis Pupa.

Now let’s see what you can do. #avidmaxflytyers

October Caddis Fly Tying Recipe:
Hook – Tiemco TMC 100 dry fly hook 8 – 10
Thread – Veevus 10/0 Tan
Head – Keough’s Saddle Value Pack* Dyed Ginger
Wing – Wapsi Elk Body Hair*
Abdomen – Super Fine dubbing amber Tail – Wapsi Elk Body Hair*

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* Items marked with an asterisk replace a material that has been discontinued since this video was filmed. We picked the closest match we carry today.