{"title":"Realistic Mayflies","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"realistic-mayfly-dry","title":"Realistic Mayfly Dry","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHemingway's Realistic Mayfly Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemingway's realistic mayfly is an amazingly looking mayfly that imitates the real mayfly dun so well that the fish will not know the difference. This fly has the shape, the appearance, and the coloring of the real insect. These flies are premium quality - all hand-tied using high-quality Hemingway's realistic materials. The famous Hemingway's wings are transparent, lightly-colored, and feature the intricate detail that mimics the natural veins of the mayfly dun. As they are made of very flexible and soft material, they feel like the real thing and are easily gulped by the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodies are hollow and light, featuring the characteristic curved and tapered shape of a mayfly dun and long, thin tails. The added feathering adds a final touch. These mayflies are made of floatable and light material that has just the right weight, so when they hit water, the way they float emulates the real insect accurately. The realistic look of these flies provides that imperative advantage when fishing this fly pattern. The material is super sturdy, these flies were tied to last, and will withstand many takes. Most importantly, Hemingway's Realistic Mayfly is highly effective; these flies will definitely produce some big strikes! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from 5 colors: Light Yellow, Yellow, Tan (Natural), Dark \u0026amp; Mahogany, and 3 hook sizes: #12, #14, #16.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: To avoid twisting of tippet when casting larger mayfly patterns, you can try to go with a bit heavier tippet than you would usually use. Also, shortening the tippet might help. In addition, you can use a micro swivel and connect it between your leader and tippet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing Mayfly Dun Patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of mayfly species molt in the spring and early summer, while others do it at different times of the year. You could have sporadic hatches of certain species even in the late fall and early spring. These sporadic times could be even more interesting and productive for trout (and for a fisherman). During early spring and the fall, mayflies hatch in the warm hours of the day usually midday. In the summertime, this event moves more towards the morning and late afternoon or early evenings. Usually, the warmer the weather, the shorter the hatch is, an hour or two. With cooler weather, this can last a couple of hours. As mayfly duns float on the surface like little sailboats, this behavior dictates the method of presentation of the fly that is imitating them. When presenting a dun imitation to the trout, it has to be drag-free and from upstream, not giving the fish much opportunity to see the line or leader. This can be done by cross-current reach cast. This way, your fly will drift towards the trout before the line and the leader arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the mayfly life cycle and fly fishing techniques for different mayfly stages, go \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learning\/mayfly-the-life-cycle-how-to-fish-mayfly-patterns\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hemingway's","offers":[{"title":"Tan (Natural) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223513104519,"sku":"101-031001H12-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan (Natural) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223513137287,"sku":"101-031001H14-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan (Natural) \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223513170055,"sku":"101-031001H16-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Yellow \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223513202823,"sku":"101-031001H12-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Yellow \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223513235591,"sku":"101-031001H14-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Yellow \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223513268359,"sku":"101-031001H16-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mahogany \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223513301127,"sku":"101-031001H12-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mahogany \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223513333895,"sku":"101-031001H14-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mahogany \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223513366663,"sku":"101-031001H16-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223513399431,"sku":"101-031001H12-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223513432199,"sku":"101-031001H14-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223513464967,"sku":"101-031001H16-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223513497735,"sku":"101-031001H12-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223513530503,"sku":"101-031001H14-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223513563271,"sku":"101-031001H16-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/7057\/1143\/files\/Hemingways-Realistic-Mayfly-Dry-Mahogany-9981-4.jpg?v=1758476527"},{"product_id":"realistic-mayfly-nymph","title":"Realistic Mayfly Nymph","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic Mayfly Nymph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemingway's Realistic Mayfly Nymph stands out as a premium choice for anglers seeking both authenticity and functionality in their fly selection. This nymph is expertly tied to replicate the intricate details of natural mayfly nymphs, ensuring a convincing presentation that entices even the most selective trout. The attention to detail in this pattern is remarkable. The use of natural hues and precise proportions creates a lifelike silhouette underwater. The addition of subtle weight ensures the nymph sinks naturally, emulating the behavior of a live mayfly nymph and making it irresistible to predatory fish. Crafted from high-quality, durable materials that withstand repeated use. Features a segmented body, translucent gills, and realistic legs that closely mimic the natural anatomy of mayfly nymphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes in a range of colors to match different mayfly species and water conditions. Choose from 5 colors: Yellow, Tan, Brown, Red Brown \u0026amp; Olive, and 3 hook sizes: #12, #14, #16. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso available as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/realistic-flies-mayfly-nymph-selection-of-10-flies-assorted\"\u003eassorted set of 10 flies\u003c\/a\u003e, covering a practical mix of colors and sizes for varied conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMayfly Nymph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMayfly's underwater life is fairly long compared to its dry stage. Typical mayfly nymphs live anywhere from a few months to a few years in the water, living in the protective gravel, protected by their camouflage coloring. The presence of mayfly nymphs in the water is a good indication of the purity of the water they live in clean, freshwater environments. Nymphs live under rocks or in sediments. They feed on algae, plants, and leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost mayfly nymph species have three tails, but there are a few with two. They grow in stages that are called instars. In each instar, they shed their skin (exoskeleton) and until they reach maturity (time to emerge), they can go through many of these instars, as many as twenty. All mayfly nymphs have gills on their abdomen and one set of wing cases, which makes them distinct in the aquatic insect world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to fish the Mayfly Nymph pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize success with this pattern:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDead Drift: Present the nymph upstream and allow it to drift naturally with the current, mimicking the movement of a real mayfly nymph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndicator Nymphing: Use a strike indicator to maintain the nymph at the desired depth, ensuring it remains in the feeding zone longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEuro Nymphing: Employ tight-line techniques for precise control and sensitivity, especially effective in faster currents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncorporating Hemingway's Realistic Mayfly Nymph into your fly box equips you with a versatile and convincing pattern, enhancing your fishing experience across various conditions and locales. To learn more about the mayfly life cycle and fly fishing techniques for different mayfly stages, go \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/blogs\/learning\/mayfly-the-life-cycle-how-to-fish-mayfly-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hemingway's","offers":[{"title":"Red Brown \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223514742919,"sku":"101-031005H16-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Brown \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223514775687,"sku":"101-031005H14-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Brown \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223514808455,"sku":"101-031005H12-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223514841223,"sku":"101-031005H16-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223514873991,"sku":"101-031005H14-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223514906759,"sku":"101-031005H12-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223514939527,"sku":"101-031005H16-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223514972295,"sku":"101-031005H14-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223515005063,"sku":"101-031005H12-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223515037831,"sku":"101-031005H16-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223515070599,"sku":"101-031005H14-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223515103367,"sku":"101-031005H12-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223515136135,"sku":"101-031005H16-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223515168903,"sku":"101-031005H14-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223515201671,"sku":"101-031005H12-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/7057\/1143\/files\/Hemingways-Realistic-Mayfly-Nymph-5382-2.jpg?v=1758476536"},{"product_id":"realistic-mayfly-dry-ii","title":"Realistic Mayfly Dry II","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic Mayfly Dry II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealistic Mayfly Dry II, designed and tied in Europe, is an amazing fly pattern - it is a life-like imitation of an adult mayfly species. It has all the characteristics of a mayfly in this phase of its life cycle: large, transparent, membranous wings, the curved, extended body ending in a long tail, three pairs of flexible legs, the coloring, and the details. The body has been made of foam-like, lightweight, and sturdy material, which gives this pattern great floating capability. The details on the body are quite remarkable making this fly super-realistic looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fly is of the perfect weight, so when it hits the water, it emulates the real insect. Carefully designed wings with exceptional details and flexible, segmented legs add to the realistic look of the fly and provide that imperative advantage when fishing this fly pattern. Proven as super-effective, especially when fish are selective and finicky - this is definitely the fly to have in your flybox at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealistic MayflyDry II has been created in mayfly species that are most significant for fly fishing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown Drake (\u003cem\u003eEphemera simulans\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEphemera Danica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Drake (\u003cem\u003eSiphlonuridae\u003c\/em\u003e family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEastern Green Drake(\u003cem\u003eEphemera guttulata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern Green Drake (\u003cem\u003eDrunella doddsii\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHexagenia (\u003cem\u003eHexagenia limbata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSulphur - Pale Evening Dun (\u003cem\u003eEphemerella dorothea dorothea\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHendrickson - Red Quill - female (\u003cem\u003eEphemerella subvaria\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Winged Olive - BWO (\u003cem\u003eBaetidae\u003c\/em\u003e family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Fox (\u003cem\u003eStenonema fuscum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Cahill (\u003cem\u003eStenonema canadense\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Mayfly (\u003cem\u003eEphoron leukon\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarch Brown (\u003cem\u003eRhithrogenamorrisoni\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach variation has been carefully designed to follow the particular species size, shape, proportions, and coloring. Tip: To avoid twisting of tippet when casting larger mayfly patterns, you can try to go with a bit heavier tippet than you would usually use. Also, shortening of the tippet might help. In addition, you can use a micro swivel and connect it between your leader and tippet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing Mayfly Dun Patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of mayfly species molt in the spring and early summer, while others do it at different times of the year. You could have sporadic hatches of certain species even in the late fall and early spring. These sporadic times could be even more interesting and productive for trout (and for a fisherman). During early spring and the fall, mayflies hatch in the warm hours of the day, usually midday. In the summertime, this event moves more towards the morning and late afternoon or early evenings. Usually, the warmer the weather, the shorter the hatch is – an hour or two. With cooler weather, this can last a couple of hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs mayfly duns float on the surface like little sailboats, this behavior dictates the method of presentation of the fly that is imitating them. When presenting a dun imitation to the trout, it has to be drag-free and from upstream, not giving the fish many opportunities to see the line or leader. This can be done by cross-current reach cast. This way, your fly will drift towards the trout before the line and the leader arrive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the mayfly life cycle and fly fishing techniques for different mayfly stages, go \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/blogs\/learning\/mayfly-the-life-cycle-how-to-fish-mayfly-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vania Flies","offers":[{"title":"Western Green Drake \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223562322055,"sku":"103-03100101H14-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Western Green Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562354823,"sku":"103-03100101H12-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eastern Green Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562387591,"sku":"103-03100101H12-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eastern Green Drake \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43223562420359,"sku":"103-03100101H10-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223562453127,"sku":"103-03100101H14-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562485895,"sku":"103-03100101H12-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43223562518663,"sku":"103-03100101H10-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ephemera Danica \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562551431,"sku":"103-03100101H12-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ephemera Danica \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43223562584199,"sku":"103-03100101H10-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown Drake (Ephemera Simulans) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562616967,"sku":"103-03100101H12-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown Drake (Ephemera Simulans) \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43223562649735,"sku":"103-03100101H10-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hexagenia \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562682503,"sku":"103-03100101H12-06","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hexagenia \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43223562715271,"sku":"103-03100101H10-06","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sulphur (Pale Evening Dun) \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223562748039,"sku":"103-03100101H16-07","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sulphur (Pale Evening Dun) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223562780807,"sku":"103-03100101H14-07","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hendrickson (Red Quill) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223562813575,"sku":"103-03100101H14-08","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hendrickson (Red Quill) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562846343,"sku":"103-03100101H12-08","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Winged Olive (BWO) \/ Hook #18","offer_id":43223562879111,"sku":"103-03100101H18-10","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Winged Olive (BWO) \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43223562911879,"sku":"103-03100101H16-10","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Fox (Stenonema Fuscum) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223562944647,"sku":"103-03100101H14-11","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Fox (Stenonema Fuscum) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223562977415,"sku":"103-03100101H12-11","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Cahill (Stenonema Canadense) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223563010183,"sku":"103-03100101H14-12","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Cahill (Stenonema Canadense) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223563042951,"sku":"103-03100101H12-12","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Mayfly \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223563075719,"sku":"103-03100101H12-13","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"March Brown \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43223563108487,"sku":"103-03100101H14-15","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"March Brown \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43223563141255,"sku":"103-03100101H12-15","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/7057\/1143\/files\/Realistic-Mayfly-Dry-Eastern-Green-Drake-0062_4.jpg?v=1758479455"},{"product_id":"realistic-elk-wing-parachute-mayfly","title":"Realistic Elk Wing Parachute Mayfly","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic Elk Wing Parachute Mayfly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealistic Elk Wing Parachute Mayfly is an amazing mayfly imitation that is good for almost any type of water conditions. This is a very versatile pattern and can represent a mayfly in a number of different ways. Either that be an emerging mayfly, a mayfly dun, a spent spinner, or a crippled mayfly that is unable to hatch - this fly will catch fish. The parachute hackle, elk wing, and a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/products\/realistic-extended-mayfly-bodies\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRealistic Extended Mayfly Body\u003c\/a\u003e provide a perfect profile and make the fly float extremely well. It is realistic-looking: the body is extended, curved, and tapered, ending in a long tail, with exceptional details and coloring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body has been made of foam-like, sturdy material, which gives this pattern great floating capability. Designed and tied in Europe with first-class materials to provide maximum action and many takes. Proven effectiveness, especially when fish are selective and finicky - this is definitely the fly to have in your fly box at all times. Realistic Elk Wing Parachute Mayfly pattern comes in mayfly species that are most significant for fly fishing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown Drake (\u003cem\u003eEphemera simulans\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEphemera Danica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Drake (\u003cem\u003eSiphlonuridae family\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEastern Green Drake (\u003cem\u003eEphemera guttulata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern Green Drake (\u003cem\u003eDrunella doddsii\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHexagenia (\u003cem\u003eHexagenia limbata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSulphur - Pale Evening Dun (\u003cem\u003eEphemerella dorothea\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHendrickson - Red Quill - female (\u003cem\u003eEphemerella subvaria\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Winged Olive - BWO (\u003cem\u003eBaetidae family\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Fox (\u003cem\u003eStenonema fuscum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Cahill (\u003cem\u003eStenonema canadense\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Mayfly (\u003cem\u003eEphoron leukon\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarch Brown (\u003cem\u003eRhithrogena morrisoni)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach variation has been carefully designed to follow the particular species’ size, shape, proportions, and coloring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing Mayfly Dun Patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of mayfly species molt in the spring and early summer, while others do it at different times of the year. You could have sporadic hatches of certain species even in the late fall and early spring. These sporadic times could be even more interesting and productive for trout (and for a fisherman). During early spring and the fall, mayflies hatch in the warm hours of the day, usually midday. In the summertime, this event moves more towards the morning and late afternoon or early evenings. Usually, the warmer the weather, the shorter the hatch is – an hour or two. With cooler weather, this can last a couple of hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs mayfly duns float on the surface like little sailboats, this behavior dictates the method of presentation of the fly that is imitating them. When presenting a dun imitation to the trout, it has to be drag-free and from upstream, not giving the fish many opportunities to see the line or leader. This can be done by cross-current reach cast. This way your fly will drift towards the trout before the line and the leader arrive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the mayfly life cycle and fly fishing techniques for different mayfly stages, go \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/blogs\/learning\/mayfly-the-life-cycle-how-to-fish-mayfly-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vania Flies","offers":[{"title":"Brown Drake (Ephemera Simulans) \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43225748766855,"sku":"103-031053H10-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown Drake (Ephemera Simulans) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225748799623,"sku":"103-031053H12-01","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ephemera Danica \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43225748832391,"sku":"103-031053H10-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ephemera Danica \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225748865159,"sku":"103-031053H12-02","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43225748897927,"sku":"103-031053H10-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225748930695,"sku":"103-031053H12-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Drake \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225748963463,"sku":"103-031053H14-03","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eastern Green Drake \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43225748996231,"sku":"103-031053H10-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eastern Green Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749028999,"sku":"103-031053H12-04","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Western Green Drake \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749061767,"sku":"103-031053H12-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Western Green Drake \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749094535,"sku":"103-031053H14-05","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hexagenia \/ Hook #10","offer_id":43225749127303,"sku":"103-031053H10-06","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hexagenia \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749160071,"sku":"103-031053H12-06","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sulphur (Pale Evening Dun) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749192839,"sku":"103-031053H14-07","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sulphur (Pale Evening Dun) \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43225749225607,"sku":"103-031053H16-07","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hendrickson (Red Quill) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749258375,"sku":"103-031053H12-08","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hendrickson (Red Quill) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749291143,"sku":"103-031053H14-08","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Winged Olive (BWO) \/ Hook #16","offer_id":43225749323911,"sku":"103-031053H16-09","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue Winged Olive (BWO) \/ Hook #18","offer_id":43225749356679,"sku":"103-031053H18-09","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gray Fox (Stenonema Fuscum) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749389447,"sku":"103-031053H12-12","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray Fox (Stenonema Fuscum) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749422215,"sku":"103-031053H14-12","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Cahill (Stenonema Canadense) \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749454983,"sku":"103-031053H12-10","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Cahill (Stenonema Canadense) \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749487751,"sku":"103-031053H14-10","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Mayfly \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749520519,"sku":"103-031053H12-11","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"March Brown \/ Hook #12","offer_id":43225749553287,"sku":"103-031053H12-13","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"March Brown \/ Hook #14","offer_id":43225749586055,"sku":"103-031053H14-13","price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/7057\/1143\/files\/Realistic-Elk-Wing-Parachute-Mayfly-Eastern-Green-Drake-1654a_2a876e6e-bf95-4f9d-ac72-f62970acfdeb.jpg?v=1758529450"}],"url":"https:\/\/frostyfly.com\/collections\/realistic-mayflies.oembed","provider":"Frosty Fly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}