Midge / EmergersBig Bear Emerger
This is a versatile and effective emerger pattern that imitates a variety of mayflies as they transition from nymph to adult. The Big Bear Emerger offers a lifelike silhouette under the water, enticing trout with its realistic presentation.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The Big Bear Emerger is a versatile mayfly emerger pattern tied with a CDC wing, trailing shuck, and a lightly dubbed body. It's designed to ride low in the film, mimicking a mayfly struggling to emerge. The sparse silhouette and natural materials make it an effective choice on selective trout in slow-moving water.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 200R, sizes #16-#22
Thread: Yellow UTC 70
Tail: Pheasant Tail
Rib: Yellow UTC 70
Casing: Olive Antron or Z-Lon
Thorax: PMD Superfine Dubbing
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring and Summer
Presentation
Cast upstream and let drift naturally with the current.
When to Use
Use this fly when mayflies are beginning to emerge, often in late morning or early afternoon.
Water Type
Both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a dry-dropper rig with the Big Bear Emerger as the dropper.
Visibility & Floatation
The white Antron wing aids in visibility, while the body of the fly sinks below the water to imitate emerging mayflies.
