Flies

The frenchie is a very popular tightline nymphing fly that is a variation of the well known Pheasant Tail nymph.

 This streamer was created by Dick Frost who owned the sport shop in the late 70's and 80's.

 Originated by Dick Frost, one of the former owners of our shop.

A very effective streamer for all Trout and Salmon. Created by Jack Gartside. This is a good searching pattern able to draw fish out of cover. Tied...

Originated in Virginia by Jim Finn, this fly is effective everywhere. Considered a 'must have' whether fishing for bass, salmon or trout, this is o...

Golden Witch- A good copy of a yellow perch fry, this is one of the earliest Maine streamer flies and was intended for fishing for trout and landlo...

Governor Aiken- Named after Governor George D. Aiken of Vermont, by his fishing buddy Russell Merriman, this is another New England favorite that h...

Originated by Bert Quimby of Windham Maine and used on the area lakes for salmon and brook trout. Inspired by the famous Gray Ghost streamer.  Mara...

This pattern is a favorite on our rivers in the spring when the green caddis are in the rivers. A most for any trip to the Rapid river.

A dozen great dries for fishing the Rangeley area and beyond. Hornberg, Klinkhamer, Wulffs, and many more.  The box may vary from the one in the ph...

This is an all-new color edition of a popular reference and introduction of aquatic insects at the simplest level. There is no Latin and the classi...

One of the best known and all purpose nymphs. Good for all Mayflies and small tan Caddis during the summer.

One of the best known and all purpose nymphs. Good for all Mayflies and small tan Caddis during the summer.

One of the best known and all purpose nymphs but with some flash along the back. Good for all Mayflies and small tan Caddis during the summer.

The classic Hares Ear pattern in olive.

The classic Hares Ear pattern in olive.

This is a heavy version of the famous  Pat's Rubberlegs. Tungsten bead for weight and a shaggy body.

This is a very realistic Hendrickson imitation That floats in the film being suspended by a tuft of rabbit foot hair.

Not much history on this fly. It is however a popular pattern among area fisherman.  

This is Ken Grime's pattern for the hex hatch. It's one of those flies that you don't bother to change once you start using it. It has a comparadun...

A variation of the Kennebago Muddler. It has an underwing of green and orange - crayfish colors.

A great pattern designed to copy a drake emerger.

A black smelt pattern created by Bud Wilcox. Bud was a well known guide and tier in the Rangeley region.

A well-known tier, former Maine Game Warden, and Guide from Rangeley, Maine, Bud Wilcox is the inventor of this smelt imitation. It's very popular ...