What is a mega worm?
Mega Worm is a natural soil improver based on composted plant remains, composted using worms. It creates optimum balance in the soil so the plant can grow and flower profusely.
What is a mop fly?
A mop fly imitates a grub or insect larvae that you would find in a moist area on land or hatching in a body of water. The grubs or larvae are no more than an inch long. These flies are made out of old mops, rugs or other tough material laying around your house.
What is worm cast soil?
Earthworm Castings are the rich digested soil that worms leave behind. Gardeners know them to be rich in nutrients and microorganisms. The beneficial microbes (as many as 10,000 different kinds) aid plant growth, help fight off disease and nourish your plants.
Why is the mop fly controversial?
Banned Bait. The mop flies have been banned from several competitions in the US but some anglers are claiming that they helped Lance Egan win the US national Fishing Championships. One American blogger said ‘The mop fly is the most sinful fly of all time. ‘ A slight overreaction perhaps!
When should you throw a mop fly?
When to Use a Mop Fly? Mop flies can be used any time during the fishing season. They’re extremely productive; especially during high water. The high water washes the larvae from the bank as well as the grubs and inch worms that are found during the warmer months.
Can you overuse worm castings?
Can you use too much of your worm castings? Unlike commercial fertilizer, worm castings won’t burn through the roots of your plants and flowers if you use too much. Your only issue with using too much worm castings is if you don’t have enough to share with all your plants!
Can I make money tying flies?
It’s because they can make money. I have heard lots of guys talk about how hard it is to make any money tying flies, and that the best you can expect to make per hour tying is between $5 and $6. Sure, if you are tying Prince Nymphs and Pheasant Tails for you local shop for $9 per dozen.
Why do fly fisherman make their own flies?
When an angler ties their own fly, they are creating the pattern, size, color and style. All of these factor in to catching a fish. It’s one thing to catch a fish on a fly that was tied by a professional, but when it’s your own product in the lip of that rainbow, it provides overall satisfaction.
What is a junk fly?
Squirmies, mops, and certain egg patterns, and many more are often referred to as “junk” or “dirty” flies.
What is a perdigon nymph?
The Perdigon nymph is a spanish fly pattern designed to get down quickly in fast water, and is responsible for a couple of Spanish world championships. They feature a short slender body with a few pheasant tail fibers and a small hot spot behind a tungsten bead.
What does a Frenchie fly imitate?
It is not so much an exact imitation of an insect but more so a general representation of a large amount of insects. I feel that is a huge key to the productiveness of this fly pattern. It primarily consists of a pheasant tail body with a rainbow sow dubbing and brass colored tungsten bead.