Olive Midge

The Olive Midge imitates adult or emerging midges in the olive or gray-olive color range—common on rivers and lakes throughout the year. These are especially important in winter and early spring when midges are the primary food source.

History:
As midge fishing grew in popularity—especially in tailwaters like the San Juan, Green, and Missouri Rivers—the olive midge emerged as a subtle, effective pattern for wary trout. Usually tied in sizes 18–24, it’s fished on the surface or just below it with great success.