Murray's Dobson Fly

Hook: Tiemco 200R Size 8.
Thread: 6/0 Black.
No Tail.
Body: Spirit River Mottled Nymph Blend Dark Hare's Ear.
Wing: Turkey Flats and Deer Hair.
Head: Spirit River Orange Dubbing.
Throat: Pheasant Tail Tippets.
Horns: Stripped Coachman Brown Hackles.

HOW TO TIE.
Step 1: Tie in thread.
Step 2: Form body with dubbing.
Step 3: Cut Turkey flats and tie in, then tie deer hair same as Elk hair Caddis style forming a fan to give the appearance of wings.
Step 4: Dub head.
Step 5: Tie in Pheasant Tail Tippets to form Throat.
Step 6: Tie in Horns and tie off.

The Dobson Fly is local favorite to the Snowy Mountain Trout, Especially on the Thredbo River. This insect tends to be a poor flier it flutters above the water giving Trout a fantastic plump target. The takes are aggressive so always pay attention to your fly. I have seen browns swim across large pools to feed on these tasty insects. This Fly has been a successful secret in Murray's Fly box, so give it a try you won't be disappointed.

Rolf Klicker.

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