Fly Fishing NH's Connecticut Lakes Region

Ellis Hatch

New Hampshire, and the entire fly fishing world for that matter, lost a great one this week as Ellis Hatch, legendary fly tier, angler, and conservationist passed away. We got to know Ellis as a long time guest here at Tall Timber, and he was a kind, thoughtful gentleman, and we were fortunate to secure his fly tying services for our fly shop for many years.

Ellis served a N.H. Fish & Game Commissioner for many years, and he was held in such high esteem that a WMA was named after him. His Soft Hackle Streamers, Hornbergs and Hatching Pupas, among a few others, were an important part of our offerings, and undoubtedly helped catch many trout and salmon.

Below is a great article written on Ellis several years ago – check it out to get an appreciation of the man.

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