The "Bomber" hatch draws nearly as much attention from anglers as it does from trout. When these oversized chironomids start emerging, the fishing can be phenomenal, and having a selection...
A good deep-water chironomid pattern is a must-have in your fly box. What makes this chironomid a “deep-water” fly? The materials and colors it is tied with help it stand...
The BC chironomid community has so many pattern names that it’s hard to keep track! One of my personal favourites is a pattern I like to call the Lazer Chromie....
The ASB and Merlot chironomid pattern is designed to resemble a chironomid (midge) in its pupal stage, featuring distinctive maroon or reddish-burgundy ribbing. Chironomids are abundant in nearly all stillwaters...
Chironomid larvae can undergo pupation with various colours on their bodies. A commonly noted variation is a bug with a red butt, which is a result of leftover hemoglobin from...
Want to really up your lake fishing game, especially in the first part of the season? Getting your chironomid fishing skills dialled in will help increase your angling success. Chironomids...
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