Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Along the Water’s Edge

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

I’m pleased to say that my latest book – Along the Water’s Edge –  is now being offered by The Angling Bookstore .  This new option allows you to use a credit card. Please follow the above link to get … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Writing | Leave a comment

A Ride to Pine Island

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Yesterday I took a ride to Pine Island for a day on Pine Island Sound. Man, I would really like to know these waters better. The flats and back-country here are stunning, as good as it gets. While unloading my … Continue reading →

Posted in Fly Fishing in Salt Water, Kayak / SUP Fishing | Leave a comment

Did you Remember the Plug?

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

So you’re in a rush to get fishing. The alarm goes off. You down breakfast, then run out to the garage, hook the boat to the truck. Dig out all the rods, locate the tackle boxes, get the net, grab … Continue reading →

Posted in Looking Downward | Leave a comment

Cabela’s CGR 7’6″, 7/8-weight, Fly Rod

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Part three Took Cabela’s CGR 7’6″, 7/8-weight to the Florida flats the other day, lined with a 7-weight floater, a 10′ leader, and a size 4 fly. I found the rod fun to fish, but a couple issues came up. … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiberglass Fly Rods, Fly Fishing in Salt Water, Fly Rods, Gear | 2 Comments

Redfish Anyone?

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

In my little corner of this world, anglers are complaining. About what? The dearth of reds. Even the high and mighty guides are grumbling in their growlers. Where have all those beautiful, bronze battlers gone? There is an old saying … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, Fly Fishing in Salt Water | Leave a comment