Woolly Bugger

                                                                (Tied by Paul Oltsher)

                                                       

O.K. so the Woolly Bugger isn't native to Saskatchewan, that doesn't change the fact that this is a very productive fly. Just ask Paul Oltsher (the Northern Fly Fisherman) what his favorite fly is. This fly was responsible for a few nice fish May 15, 1999 at Diefenbaker. A nice 15 lb. pike for Dave Herron and a whopping 10 lb. rainbow for Paul Oltsher. Most commonly tied in Olive and Black
     
  • Hook - Streamer, 2X or 3X long; sizes 2 to 14
  • Thread - Black (or to match body)
  • Underbody - Lead Wire (optional)
  • Tail - Olive Marabou and 3-4 strands of Krystal Flash
  • Body - Olive Chenille or dubbing
  • Hackle - Olive or Olive Grizzly, the tip tied in at the rear, palmered over the body with a few extra turns at the front.
  • Rib - Gold wire (optional)