Deep Creek Fly Fishers - Classes

Introduction to Entomology

A lot of people don’t know what entomology is. Although you don’t need to be an expert,

knowing a few facts can make you a better fly fisher. Entomology is simply put, the study of

insects. In this class we will try to give you the basic knowledge of the four most common

aquatic insect groups in trout fishing: Midges, Mayflies, Caddis Flies, and Stoneflies.

For each of these insect groups we will give you their basic descriptions and variations of the

species, their life cycles and how to identify each stage and where to find them. Knowing the

differences in each life cycle stage can be key to a successful fly fishing experience vs. a nice

outing on the river.

You will learn about:

 Life cycle stages;

 Terms used for each;

 Basic fly patterns used to imitate each;

 Suggestions of how and where to learn more.

Depending on availability, live samples of these insect groups will be used along with

illustrations of each life cycle stage and their locations in rivers, streams, and lakes.

Come out and learn about why fly fishers get excited about ‘The Hatch’. Learn to read the water and

insect life therein and hopefully catch more fish.

Class is Saturday August 13th from 9 am to Noon at the clubhouse.