PMD (Pale Morning Dun) Dry Fly

The PMD Dry Fly is a dedicated Pale Morning Dun pattern, crafted to match the abundant pale yellow mayflies that hatch on sunny summer mornings in many trout streams. Whether tied in a comparadun style or with a traditional upright wing, this fly sits delicately in the film and fools trout that are eagerly sipping PMDs during those prolific midday hatches. For beginners, having a PMD imitation means you’re prepared for one of the West’s most reliable hatches, and it’s simple to fish with an upstream presentation and gentle drift. Experienced anglers consider it indispensable; trout can be very selective during a PMD hatch, and a well-presented PMD dry will bring them up. From western freestone rivers to spring creeks, the PMD Dry Fly consistently draws strikes when the naturals are on the water, making it essential for late spring and summer fly fishing.