Carp Fly Patterns

          Carp?  Carp, a ubiqitous fish throughout the United States, has become a bonified fly fishing game fish.  They are wiley, can be very difficult to interest, but most of all when they are caught on a fly rod will put you through your paces.   These under appreciated fish are stalked and caught in the lakes of Montana or the streams of Kentucky.   These fly patterns have proven successful in attracting these fish.

San Juan Worm

Description
This is a smaller rendition of the classic and according to Brad Befus, a good pattern for carp. Check out Brad's carp article in the September 2003 issue of FLY FISHERMAN.

 Recipe

HOOK: #8-16 Tiemco 200R, 3XL
THREAD: Flat waxed nylon to match body.
UNDERBODY: Flat waxed nylon to match body.
BODY: Red, olive, brown, tan, black, or pink Ultra Chenille.
ABDOMEN: Four small red glass beads glued to Ultra Chenille.

          The Muskie (Muskellunge), a much sought after and difficult fish to catch is present in may regions of the United States, including the Midwest.   This uncommon fish grows large and fights very due in part to the fact that is the largest of the pike family.  This collection of flies has a proven track record for NKFF members.

Disco Deceiver Muskie Streamer   

                                                   
MATERIALS
Hook: Standard saltwater sizes 2-5/0
Thread: 6/0 colored or clear monofilament thread
Body: Krystal flash or mylar to match underwing
Tail: 4-6 broad white saddle hackles
Underwing: White, chartreuse, yellow, or black bucktail
Overwing: Bucktail in white topped with olive, blue, chartreuse, or yellow - just plain white, chartreuse, black, or yellow can be tied
Topping: Peacock Herl
Head: 5-minute epoxy
Eyes: Stick-on eyes or painted
Disc: Dime- or penny-sized CIRCLE of 10MM plastic
(backed by Stik ‘n Seal waterproof adheseive)

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          A very popular class enjoyed by NKFF members is the Fly Tying Frenzie which is held monthly during the year and provides an opportunity to tie flies associated with club trips.  These flies from the 2004 session have proven effective.  In order to view the PDF click on the icon.  

               A very popular class enjoyed by NKFF members is the Fly Tying Frenzie which is held monthly during the year and provides an opportunity to tie flies associated with club trips.  These flies from the 2005 session have proven effective.  In order to view the PDF click on the icon.        

              A very popular class enjoyed by NKFF members is the Fly Tying Frenzie which is held monthly during the year and provides an opportunity to tie flies associated with club trips.  These flies from the 2006 session have proven effective.  In order to view the PDF click on the icon.       

              A very popular class enjoyed by NKFF members is the Fly Tying Frenzie which is held monthly during the year and provides an opportunity to tie flies associated with club trips.  These flies from the 2007 session have proven effective.  In order to view the PDF click on the icon.