Theo's San Juan Worm

Theo’s San Juan Worm is a popular and effective fly pattern created by legendary fly fisherman and tier Theo Bakelaar. The pattern is an innovative take on the traditional San Juan Worm, a fly that imitates the larvae of aquatic worms found in rivers and streams. Theo, a signature fly tyer, crafted this variation with a focus on increased durability and natural movement in the water.

Use a Dead Drift in Murky Water: The San Juan Worm excels in murky conditions when fish are feeding heavily on worms that have been washed into the water. Cast the fly upstream and let it drift naturally with the current, mimicking a worm being carried downstream. A slow and controlled dead drift increases its effectiveness, allowing the fly to stay in the strike zone longer.