Here is the fly pattern sheet for Polly Rosbourough’s Muskrat Nymph.

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Materials

Hook:

Mustad 9671 or any 2XL or 3XL nymph hook, #8 – 14

Thread:

Danville 6/0, Black

Body:

Muskrat, Beaver, and Jackrabbit (substitute Hare’s Ear)

Throat Hackle:

Guinea

Head:

Black ostrich

Tying Note:

  • To create dubbing, use 2 parts each of Muskrat and Beaver; 1 part of Hare’s Ear.
  • Roll the dubbing in the palm of your hand and use about a 2 1/2 inch long piece.