Dry FliesGoddard Caddis
The Goddard Caddis is a high-floating dry fly that imitates a caddis in its adult stage. Its deer hair design makes it not only buoyant, but visible even in low light conditions and rough water.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
A high-floating dry fly with a clipped and spun deer hair body, giving it a bulky, realistic caddis silhouette. The hair is spun densely then trimmed to a wedge shape. Often finished with a small hackle at the front for additional floatation.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Dai-Riki 305, sizes #14 - #18
Thread: 6/0 or 70 Denier, rusty brown.
Body: Deer hair, flared and spun.
Antennae: Hackle quill, brown.
Hackle: Dry-fly hackle, brown.
Fishing Tips
Season
The Goddard Caddis is particularly effective during the spring, summer, and fall months when caddis are most active.
Presentation
Cast the Goddard Caddis upstream and allow it to drift naturally with the current. Its buoyant design allows it to ride high in the water, imitating a fluttering caddis.
When to Use
Use the Goddard Caddis when you observe trout feeding on the surface, particularly during a caddis hatch.
Water Type
The Goddard Caddis is most effective in moving water such as rivers and streams.
Rigging Suggestions
The Goddard Caddis can be fished on its own, or it can be used as an indicator fly in a dry-dropper rig.
Visibility & Floatation
The Goddard Caddis is highly visible due to its deer hair design, which also allows it to float high in the water.
