Fly of the Month – Lefty’s Craft Fur Shrimp – Tied by Chris Sumers

This simple pattern was developed by Lefty Kreh for bonefish but, it is also a productive pattern for most other saltwater coastal species along with largemouth bass and carp.

Materials:

Hook: Mustad 3407 DT or, similar saltwater hook, size 6 to 2
Thread: Flat Waxed Nylon, or similar, Tan or Brown Tail: Craft Fur, Tan
Eyes: Medium Bead Chain, Dumbbell Hourglass Lead Eyes or, Black Mono Eyes
Body: Craft Fur guard hairs, Tan or, EP Brush, Tan, ½ inch.
Weed Guard: Mason or, other stiff monofilament, 20- 30# – Optional
Tail Accent: Sharpie, Black, Brown or Red Head Cement or UV Resin

Get the Lefty’s Craft Fur Shrimp tying instructions here

Windknots Newsletter – January 2018

Volume 37, Issue 1, January 2018

In this issue:

  • Here’s What’s Coming Up! – January Monthly Meeting, Education, Reel Recovery
  • Andy’s Casting Notes by Andy Payne
  • The 26th Annual Dr. Ed Rizzolo Fly Tying Festival, Saturday, February 10, 2018
  • Mark Your Calendars – 2018 Club Calendar – January through June
  • Outings Report – The Lil’ Red River by Joe Nicklo
  • Special Event – The 2017 Christmas Party
  • Fly of the Month – The “750” Deceiver

Get Windknots January 2018 here