Elk Hair Caddis: This fly mimics adult caddisflies and is highly effective in streams and rivers, especially during caddisfly hatches.

Parachute Adams: A versatile dry fly that imitates a variety of mayflies, it's a staple in many fly boxes and works well in a wide range of water conditions.

Pheasant Tail Nymph: An effective imitation of various aquatic insect nymphs, particularly mayfly and stonefly nymphs. It's often fished below the surface using nymphing techniques.

Zebra Midge: A simple yet effective fly for imitating midge larvae and pupae, particularly in stillwaters and slow-moving streams.

Woolly Bugger: A classic streamer pattern that imitates a variety of baitfish, leeches, and aquatic insects. It's versatile and can be fished in various water conditions.

Blue Wing Olive (BWO): This dry fly imitates small mayflies and is particularly effective during BWO hatches, which occur in both spring and fall.

Soft Hackle Pheasant Tail: A variation of the traditional Pheasant Tail Nymph, the soft hackle adds lifelike movement to the fly, making it even more enticing to fish.

CDC (Cul de Canard) Emerger: These flies imitate emerging mayflies and caddisflies and are particularly effective when fish are actively feeding on emerging insects.

Hare's Ear Nymph: Another versatile nymph pattern that imitates a variety of aquatic insect nymphs. Its buggy appearance makes it highly effective in both rivers and lakes.

Scud: Mimicking freshwater shrimp, scud patterns are effective in stillwaters and slow-moving streams, particularly where trout feed on these crustaceans.