James River

James River Hatch Calendar

Last reviewed 2026-05-21

October hatches

Midge

Chironomidae

Moderatemedium

#18-263-12 mm

Air -5–25°C (optimal 5–18°C)Water 2–20°C (optimal 4–15°C)

Blue-winged Olive

Baetis spp.

Highmedium

#18-225-7 mm

Air 8–18°C (optimal 10–16°C)Water 5–12°C (optimal 6–11°C)

October Caddis

Limnephilidae

Highmedium

#8-1212-20 mm

Air 8–18°CWater 6–12°C