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Vermont Hatch Timeline

Know what’s in season and match the hatch!

March
Little Black Stonefly
Small dark fly that hatches early in cold water.
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April
Blue Wing Olive
Tiny olive-colored mayfly, active during overcast days.
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May
Hendrickson & Caddis
Classic hatch for dry fly fishing, paired with caddis activity.
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June
March Brown, Sulphur, Green Drake
Great dry fly month—expect Mayflies, Sulphurs, and Drakes.
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July
Terrestrials & Golden Stonefly
Big bugs dominate: beetles, ants, hoppers, and golden stones.
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August
Hoppers, Ants, Beetles
Warm banks are alive with terrestrial activity.
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September
Blue Wing Olive & Isonychia
Mayfly reemergence brings back small olives and Isonychia.
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October
October Caddis & BWO
Final big fall hatches—large caddis and Blue Winged Olives.
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