Hendrickson Light
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Description
The Hendrickson Light Dry was originally designed by Roy Steenrod in 1916, named in honor of his fishing companion Albert Everett Hendrickson. This fly was crafted to mimic the early season mayfly Ephemerella subvaria, one of the most significant hatches in Eastern North America. The female Hendrickson, slightly lighter in tone than the male, is essential for anglers targeting trout during the prolific spring emergence. This dry fly pattern, with its subdued hues and upright wings, captures the essence of the female duns, making it a critical imitation for the delicate surface-feeding of trout during these hatches.
Pro Tip
This pattern works for all Mayfly and Caddis hatches!
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Recipe
- Hook: Standard dry-fly hook, size 14–18
- Thread: Fine dry-fly thread
- Tail (optional): Small fibers or hairs for a hint of shuck/tail
- Body: Fine dubbing or thin fur/fiber for a slender mayfly body
- Wing: Sparse tuft of CDC or poly yarn/Z-lon for a delicate wing
- Hackle: Dry-fly hackle — palmered or trimmed gently, just enough to float
- Thorax (optional): Light dubbing build-up behind the wing for subtle bulk
- Head / Finish: Thread wraps finished clean, sealed with head cement
Video
From: Jim Misiura