Mann Lake
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Importance by half-month Super
Major
Minor
Slight
None
Hatches are matched from Westfly's database of "standard" fly patterns.
Nymph

Size 8-12 Marabou Damsel. Olive, yellow-olive, browns, greens
Nymph

Pupa

Adult

► Later in April you may see some of those black, size 10 mega-midges that hatch in desert stillwaters. Trout love 'em when they're out, and can be very selective. A slender size 10 midge pupa pattern with a black body and silver or white ribbing will do the job. Let it sit or give it a very slow retrieve.
Adult

Adult

Lakes; rivers over gravel and cobble, undercut banks: count-down-and-retrieve, slow retrieve, wind drift, deep swing
Trout
► When the ice first leaves, you'll find the lake's cutthroat in shallow water, so leave the boat at home. The fish have a tendency to school-up, so search the water carefully. If you see some subtle rises, you may have found a pod with dozens of big trout.
► Patterns to carry include Woolly Buggers, size 16-18 Pheasant Tail nymphs, and midge pupa patterns.
► Sometimes the best tactic is a Woolly Bugger fished from a sinking line and retrieved ultra-fast.
General
► This is not an enjoyable destination when it's cold and windy, so check the weather forecast before heading over here.