In this week's episode of Tying Tuesdays, watch as Brady ties the Manhattan Midge! Developed by Forest Dorsey, son of famous fly tying author and guide Pat Dorsey, this is a go-to midge emerger for all tailwaters.
Prefer to read? Step-by-step write-up on the AvidMax blog.
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Manhattan Midge recipe
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