Looking for a tried-and-true caddis pupa pattern that consistently catches fish in spring conditions? You need the Poopah in your box. Originally created by Tim Fox, the Poopah has become a staple in western fly fishing—a go-to fly for targeting trout during caddis hatches and transitions.

In this fly tying tutorial, Hogan Brown shows you how to tie his early spring variation of Tim Fox’s classic Poopah. This version is slightly tweaked for cooler water conditions and early-season caddis movement. Whether you’re nymphing deep runs, tightlining pocket water, or swinging through riffles, this pattern will move fish.