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Halfback EmergerEmergerintermediate

Southwest & California

Halfback Emerger

$5.00

Available Sizes14-20
Color Variations
natural peacockolive

Halfway between a nymph and a dry fly, much like the insects it imitates. Fish eat it because it looks deliciously confused.

Quick Facts

TypeEmerger
Difficultyintermediate
SeasonsSpring, Summer, Fall
Target SpeciesRainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Sizes14-20
Best LocationsHat Creek, CA; Fall River, CA

Where to Fish It

Hat Creek

CA · Spring Creek

Fall River

CA · Spring Creek

Map unavailable. Locations for Halfback Emerger: Hat Creek, CA; Fall River, CA

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