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Lateral view of a Female Hexagenia limbata (Ephemeridae) (Hex) Mayfly Dun from the Namekagon River in Wisconsin
Hex Mayflies
Hexagenia limbata

The famous nocturnal Hex hatch of the Midwest (and a few other lucky locations) stirs to the surface mythically large brown trout that only touch streamers for the rest of the year.

Dorsal view of a Setvena wahkeena (Perlodidae) (Wahkeena Springfly) Stonefly Nymph from Mystery Creek #199 in Washington
As far as I can tell, this species has only previously been reported from one site in Oregon along the Columbia gorge. However, the key characteristics are fairly unmistakable in all except for one minor detail:
— 4 small yellow spots on frons visible in photos
— Narrow occipital spinule row curves forward (but doesn’t quite meet on stem of ecdysial suture, as it's supposed to in this species)
— Short spinules on anterior margin of front legs
— Short rposterior row of blunt spinules on abdominal tergae, rather than elongated spinules dorsally
I caught several of these mature nymphs in the fishless, tiny headwaters of a creek high in the Wenatchee Mountains.
27" brown trout, my largest ever. It was the sub-dominant fish in its pool. After this, I hooked the bigger one, but I couldn't land it.
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Flymom on Aug 30, 2010August 30th, 2010, 9:36 am EDT
Arts of the Angler Show Returns to Danbury, CT
November 6 & 7, 2010

For immediate Release August 27, 2010

The Center of Fly Fishing, Livingston Manor, NY. The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum will hold the Fourth Annual Arts of the Angler Show at the Ethan Allen Inn, in Danbury CT on Saturday and Sunday, November 6 & 7, 2010. This unique show combines the finest in vintage collectibles and contemporary fly fishing ‘arts’. It has been regarded as of the largest of its kind in the USA. In addition to the show featuring the ‘arts and crafts of the angler: bamboo rod making, fly tying, books, and artwork, a live consignment auction of collectibles will be held after a special priced dinner on Saturday evening. (Accepting consignments now). And returning will be the popular Book Exchange (the CFFCM will sell your books, bring them and enjoy the show).

Joining over 30 great fly tyers who provide non stop fly tying demonstrations through out the show will be recognized bamboo rodmakers: David Van Burgel, Per Brandin, Marc Aroner, John Gallas, Jim Downes, Kathy Scott, Kelly Baker, among others. Not only will visitors see the best in today’s cane fishing rods available will be the widest selection of used and collectible classics from a selection of vendors. (Vendor Space is limited).

The Ethan Allen Inn is centrally located at Exit 4 on Interstate Route 84 in Danbury CT. This venue provides an elegant yet casual setting for a fine show.

For more detailed information on the Arts of the Angler Show, follow the changing details here on this sponsoring website or visit the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Facebook Fan Page or website www.cffcm.net
Its all about fly fishing.

Contact: Erin or Pat, CFFCM 845-439-4810, flyfish@catskill.net

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