Every river has its own special patterns ... yourself some money and just fill a fly box with the following classics. It’ll work about as well during a caddis hatch as it does during a mayfly ...

In the summer, you’ll get into dry fly territory – they’ll be keyed in on mayflies and caddis, so stock up on Adams patterns and several sizes of Elk Hair Caddis flies. For fall and winter ...

When loading up your fly box, remember: less is more. No need for crazy patterns or huge streamers ... of flies that imitate the little midges, caddis, and mayflies that are regularly available.