White Miller Caddis Dry

The White Miller Dry Fly is a classic pattern that has long held a place in the fly boxes of anglers, especially those fishing Eastern and Midwestern waters. Inspired by the White Miller caddis (Nectopsyche albida), which emerges on warm summer evenings, this fly imitates the adult stage of a bright, pale-bodied caddisfly often seen skimming the surface in twilight. Known for its soft white or pale yellow coloration with a characteristic flutter, the White Miller became a favored pattern in the late 19th century when fly tiers sought to mimic the subtle, yet distinct, look of these caddis on still and moving water. Its buoyant design allows it to ride delicately on the water’s surface, making it particularly effective during slow evening hatches when trout are feeding more subtly. Despite its longstanding popularity, the White Miller remains a unique choice for anglers targeting late-summer and early-fall hatches.

Any lite colored dry fly will work during the hatch.