Hen Hopper
September 2026
By Marty Staab
It's hopper season. The Hen Hopper name is dedicated to the hen pheasant that supplies these beautiful underwing feathers, but any of a variety of soft hackles will make your fly stand out. Pink under tan is a combination that made its chops on the Bighorn River a while back, and it has traveled well since.
Instructions: Hen Hopper Tips - PDF