Bitch Creek flies have two thin rubber band legs; two at the tail and two at the head. These distinctive features are tied to provoke the fish to strike as they move when retrieved in short jerks. The Bitch Creek is a favorite during heat waves and is usually allowed to sink to a depth of 13 -1 7 ft (4-5m) before the line is manipulated. This pattern originated in Montana, USA. It is great for catching larger fish. It is said to imitate a stone fly nymph, but when you compare it with the natural the resemblance is just not there. This pattern should be classified as an attractor pattern. A very successful one at that. If the fish are not taking your natural imitation patterns, tie on a Bitch Creek. The color, size and the vibrations made by the rubber legs sends false signals to the trout that it is alive and worth eating.

So how did this fly get it’s name? My best guess is that it was named after the Bitch Creek that runs into the Teton River northwest of Driggs, Idaho. If you can, treat yourself to a vacation to Grand Teton National Park. It is ideal for all the family. The scenery is breath taking. Have a look at some of my photos and tourist guide on my other website www.mooretraveltips.com. Stay in the cowboy town of Jackson. It is a fun place to stay and has some great fishing tackle stores where you can get up to date fishing reports. As you drive north to Yellowstone National Park locate Bitch Creek on your map and try out a Bitch Creek fly on the clear waters that are home to hatchery and wild rainbow trout, cutthroat trout (cutt-bows), plus brook trout.