Morgan's Midge

Published on Feb 8. 2026 - 2 hours ago
Updated or edited 2 hours ago

Morgan’s Midge Fly Tying Recipe:
(Click the links below to purchase the materials from our store)
Hook: 18-24 TMC 2488
https://charliesflybox.com/products/tmc-2488-25pk

Thread: Black Veevus 14/0 (or desired body color)
https://charliesflybox.com/products/veevus-14-0-thread

Shuck: Root Beer Krystal Flash
https://charliesflybox.com/products/krystal-flash

Wing: Natural grey or tan CDC feather
https://charliesflybox.com/products/premium-cdc-small-bag

Hackle: Grizzly Saddle Hackle
https://charliesflybox.com/collections/dry-fly-hackle

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