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Olive Elk Hair Caddis

Olive Elk Hair Caddis matches olive-bodied adult caddis common on tailwaters and spring creeks. It supports Olive Elk Hair Caddis fly, caddis dry, and tailwater trout searches.

Imitates: Olive adult caddis

Best Sizes: #14-18
Best Season: Spring through fall
Best Conditions: Tailwaters, spring creeks, and riffles with olive caddis
Water Temp: 50-68°F
Recommended Tippet: 4X-5X

How to Rig It

Fish solo or as the visible dry in a dry-dropper rig.

How to Present It

Drag-free drift; skate at the end for egg-laying caddis behavior.

Why It Works

Olive bodies match many western caddis species, and the elk hair wing floats high.

History

Variant of Al Troth's classic for matching olive caddis hatches.

Pro Tip

Pair with an olive caddis pupa dropper for double coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I fish an Olive Elk Hair Caddis?+

During olive caddis hatches on tailwaters and spring creeks.

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