Alpine Emerger
Hook - Mustad S80-3906, S82-3906B, size 16-18
Thread - Gray
Tail - Dyed blue dun barred mallard fibers tied sparse
Body - Dubbed blue dun synthetic
Legs - Same as tail fibers
Reference: Popular Fly Patterns by Terry Hellekson
With a lifetimes supply of teal feathers,
I substituted these of what's called for in the original recipe
Been a long time since I tied a selection of these in different sizes for stillwater fishing in my float tube days. Thanks for reminding me of some good times.
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