Central Wisconsin Chapter of Trout Unlimited
Conserving, Protecting and Restoring Coldwater Fisheries
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Freelance writer living in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Father--deceased in 1966--was an avid trout fly fisherman in Shawano County in the 20s, 30s, and 40s. I'm writing a story about him and my mother and have some questions about his favorite fly: The Silver Minnow. Post a CommentOops!The words you entered did not match the given text. Please try again. 2 Comments
Thanks, NoWiBrookie. If possible, please send an image of a fly that you think resembles the Silver Minnow to tedschaar@gmail.com. Many thanks, Ted
If it's the Silver Minnow I'm familiar with, it is tied wet-fly style, similar to a Llama. This fly was shown to me by a TU Chapter member who grew up and fished in the Shawano and Menominee County area.
Hook - Streamer Hook (2x Heavy, 3x or 4x Long) Tail - Grey Squirrel Tail Body - Large Silver Tinsel or Silver Diamond Braid Wing - Grey Squirrel Tail Cheeks (optional) - Grizzly Hackle, tied in along the wing, length slightly shorter than the wing Collar - Webby grizzly hackle Optional - Painted eyes |
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