‘First hatch of the willow flies’ ~ Danville, Tennessee at Kentucky Lake – (Houston County)

Check out the mini-photo gallery! — Looks like the willow flies or mayflies have hatched at Danville, Tennessee in Houston County on Kentucky Lake. One longtime lake observer says this is the very first willow fly hatch of the season. The willow flies have a very short life span; they will all be deceased in a day. The willow flies are a sure marker for the coming summer and a turn in the fishing environment on the lakes. Welcome to the willow flies, the ultimate ‘one day wonders.’

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