Chernobyl ants may not be what he had in mind. However this pattern sometimes works
under like conditions.

Ants can be as small as #22 but I will normally use a size 18-20 with and without wings in either red or black. Many pattern styles to choose from. They can be
real no-see-ums on the water so get your nose close to the surface to see what size and style they are.

I suppose the Chernobyl can be tied small but I will fish this pattern when hoppers are on in the larger sizes, but it may be just me..

They can be on the water anytime, don't pass up the decaying tree trunk near the bank, they tend to get knocked into the water under wind. Not near as many during cold weather but they are a year round critter. Just need to be aware that fish love em!



[This message has been edited by Steve Molcsan (edited 10 February 2005).]