Stream Fishing

[merky]

Hi all

I am on holiday in the Eden Valley in Cumbria and there is a small stream close to our campsite where I have seen brownies. What are the best tactics for enticing these little gems?

Thanks

Mark

[Greenheart]

Very small dark flies (Wet or Dry) usually work for me on small upland streams. Black Gnats or small Pheasant tails, tied on a heavy hook. Small Goldhead Hares Ears are also a good general pattern if you're not sure what to try. Try to match the hatch too. Also check out under rocks & stones to see what nymphs are hiding there. Good luck.

[Pleccy]

Small midge patterns are aces, and as Greenheart has suggested black gnats.