An unusually long and frosty winter made the ice stick around on
the lakes and ponds here in central Iowa much longer than normal.
Still, by April 1, the bluegills were starting to hit flies in the
newly-thawed water.
I had tied up some ‘FishnDave’s Flashback’ flies. I like this simple
pattern for early season stained waters, but have found they work
all season long, even in clear water.
Originally published May 30, 2008 on Fly Anglers Online.