United Fly Tyers of Rhode Island, Inc.
March 2026
Ray's Fly- Hell's Bay Gurgler
Hook: varied such as: Mustad 3407DT (#4 – 2/0) or a light wire (strong) hook
Thread: Flat Waxed Nylon or Fine Mono
Carapace/ Shell: Closed-cell foam, 1/2"-5/8" wide & at least 1/8" thick
Rib/ Underbody: Choice of Estaz (sm. or med) and/or wrapped hackle feather
Legs: 2-4 strands of Rubber legs
Tail: Bucktail or combo of Ostrich Herl, craft fur, marabou plumes, Krystal Flash, etc.
Bill's Fly- Murdich Minnow
Hook: Stainless Steel Short Shank Hook 2/0 – 4/0
Thread: 3/0 White Uni-Cord or Danville Fine Monofilament
Tail: Pearl Krystal Flash over White Bucktail
Top Flash and Collar Top: Silver Flashabou
Collar: White EP FIBER or White Synthetic Fiber
Body/Head: White Estaz Grande
Eyes: 3d Dome Eyes
Color: Olive, Gray, Yellow or Black Sharpie
Cement: E6000 (for the eyes) and Head Cement
John G's Fly- Black Glass Bead Midge
Thread: UTC 70d black thread
Hook: tmc 2488 size 18
Small brass wire
Small glass bead
Black dubbing
