The Dryemerger, originated by James Ferrin, is a unique pattern that has features of both an emerger and a dry fly. Its unique design utilizes the hackled portion of the fly, which floats on the surface of the water, to hold the emerger portion of the fly in consistent position just below the surface, a zone in which trout are known to readily take emerging insects. In addition to serving to suspend emerger imitation, the hacked portion of the fly will also serve as a strike indicator, allowing for better detection of subtle takes.

It is similar in function and design to a parasol emerger but may offer the advantages of increased durability and fewer tangles due to the fixed post. This concept can be extended for use in virtually any emerger pattern.

The rising tide of dam removal continues to strengthen, as over 50 dams were removed across the country in 2013, according to information released by American Rivers. 18 different states removed dams last year, with Pennsylvania leading the list for the 11th year in a row with a dozen dams removed. Bob Irvin, president of American Rivers, noted that "the river restoration movement in our country is stronger than ever. Communities nationwide are removing outdated dams because they recognize that a healthy, free-flowing river is a tremendous asset."

Highlights of the 2013 removals include the Stearns Dam which had blocked steelhead, salmon and trout passage on Oregon's Crooked River for over 100 years, the Whittenton Dam on the Mill River in Massachusetts and the Lassiter Mill Dam on the Uwharrie River in North Carolina.