Black Fly Larva

Use and up and across presentation in pocket water and riffles, using an appropriate amount of weight a few inches from the fly. Let the fly drift completely around and downstream, being sure it stays near the bottom of the stream.

In smooth water situations, use a longer down and across presentation, mending your line immediately once the fly hits the water. This mending will allow the fly to get down and stay down near the bottom. Then, let the fly to swing directly downstream. Continue this pattern of casting, as you work downstream.