How to Tie - Carey Special | Bozeman Fly Shop

The Carey Special is a classic pattern that was developed in 1925 and typically fished in ponds and lakes. This fly effectively imitates many different types of aquatic prey and works well in rivers both dead drifted or on the swing. Here is a quick video of Steven from our Bozeman fly shop, teaching us how to tie the Carey Special.

If you are interested in learning how to tie flies or just in need of a refresher, we have 5 beginning fly tying classes scheduled for this winter! Learn all of the basics and leave the class with a few flies. Learn more here!