Original Bunny Midge

Cheech- May 2026

Rediscover the roots of a classic with the Bunny Midge, a staple pattern that has stood the test of time for over two decades. In this video, we break down the original tie, focusing on the unique properties of snowshoe rabbit’s foot that make this fly a must-have for technical midge hatches. While tying these in smaller sizes presents a fun challenge, mastering the proportions ensures you have a versatile tool for picky fish in any water.

Material List
  • Hook: Fulling Mill 5145 Tactical Midge Black Nickel Hook - Barbless - 26
  • Hook (Alternate): Gamakatsu C12-BM Barbless Midge Hook - 26
  • Thread: Semperfli Nano Silk 20D 24/0 - Black
  • Thread (Alternate): SemperFli Nano Silk Ultra Fine 30D 18/0 - Black
  • Tail: Veevus Body Quill - Tan - 369
  • Tail (Alternate): Veevus Body Quill - Brown - 40
  • Wing: Snowshoe Rabbits Feet - Light Dun
  • Wing (Alternate): Nature's Spirit Snowshoe Rabbit Feet - Light Gray Dun
    • Materials & Alternate Materials Listed Below