We hope that everyone can join us on Tuesday, November 11, at Colony Grill in Clarendon at 7 p.m. for a special guest tier and the Marsh Bug (see pictures below).
Fly Write-up:
I originally started tying this fly to mimic a small crab to target Redfish and other saltwater species that will go after a crustaceans, but I've found that it's also a great little fly for Smallmouth Bass. The Finn Raccoon tail and rubber legs really make the fly come alive under water, and the Holo-Fiber Wrap under the EP brush adds just the right amount of flash.
Materials: (Olive/Tan)
#2 Gamakatsu B10S
Small Lead Eye - Black
210 Denier Thread - Black
Finn Raccoon – Light Olive
Estaz (Regular) - Rootbeer
Marsh Legs (or any rubber leg) – Olive/chartreuse-shrimp pink tip
Holo-Fiber Wrap – Copper
1.5" EP Foxy Brush – Tan
Brown Sharpie
20# Hard Mono (optional)
Materials: (Tan/Orange)
#2 Gamakatsu B10S
Small Lead Eye - Black
210 Denier Thread - Black
Finn Raccoon – Natural Brown (Tan)
Estaz (Regular) - Rootbeer
Marsh Legs (or any rubber leg) – Copper/Brown-Orange tip
Holo-Fiber Wrap – Darkened Bronze
1.5" EP Foxy Brush – Hot Orange/Black
Black Sharpie
20# Hard Mono (optional)
Brian Bennett's Biography:
From the banks of the Shenandoah River in Berryville, VA, to the vibrant waters of Belize, my lifelong love for fishing has evolved into an exciting adventure. Fishing was my vice from a young age, with countless days spent bass fishing during the day and catfishing at night. My modest collection of six rods quickly swelled to 35 when I discovered the thrill of surf fishing.
A pivotal moment came when my fiance and I planned a diving trip to Belize. Eager to try fly fishing, I visited my local Orvis, purchased my first rod, and took casting lessons. With the guidance of a local expert, I hooked my first Bonefish—and my passion turned into what my fiance and kids humorously refer to as a "problem."
After a Fly-Tying 101 class at Orvis, I found myself with yet another "problem" at home—an overwhelming collection of fly material! My fiance, noticing the situation, playfully suggested I turn my obsession into a business. Thus, VICE Fishing Co. was born.
