About the Poacher Trout Fly

Originally hailing from Scotland in the area around Loch Lomond .The smaller version works well as the bob fly on a team of wet flies. Some fish it as a beetle. Tied larger and it accounts for Sea-trout.

Expert Tip:

An endeavour to prevent our shadow, and even that of the rod, from falling on the water should also be adopted, when practicable. Alfred Ronalds (1836)

Creator of this trout fly: Angus Robertson

Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey

Country of origin for this trout fly: Scotland

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams, Still Water fish

Dressings

• Hook : 6 - 12
• Thread : Black
• Tail : Golden pheasant red body feather fibres
• Butt : Orange seal's fur or hot-orange floss
• Body : Peacock herls
• Hackle : Red or black cock