How to: Rickards Callibaetis Nymph

Materials List:

  • Hook: TMC 3761 #12 to #18
  • Thread: 8/0 Uni tan
  • Tail: Mallard Flank dyed wood duck
  • Body: Hare’s dubbing
  • Ribbing: Copper wire
  • Hackle: Grizzly
  • Over back: Mallard dyed wood duck

About

This is a Denny Rickards pattern that represents a callibaetis nymph. It is very effective on Hebgen Lake is August. I have done well with this fly using a clear sinking line and doing a slow strip retrieve. Natural is the most popular color, but olive and peacock are also fish producers. The peacock color works well in deeper water.