Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Turning a Corner

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

The weather is still too hot and we are still locked into a rainy period. But we may finally be turning a corner. The fishing was a little better today. And hopefully that trend is going to continue. Let fall fishing … Continue reading →

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The Flats have Heated up – Literally

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

We have had record, or near record heat, for closing in on a week. Yesterday, the Gulf of Mexico was a rocking 91 degrees! And the skinny water up inside the Harbor is even hotter. Hell things cook at 112! Yes, the … Continue reading →

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On the Flats with the Super Moon Blues

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Did you seen the moon the last couple of night? It was a super moon. Not only was the moon full, it was in perigee. Which is to say the moon was at its closest point to the earth, some 221,765 … Continue reading →

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Short Fly Rods are a Hoot

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Short Fly Rods are a Hoot: If there is a trend in fly rods these days, it’s toward longer ones…..Switch, and Spey come to mind. These elongated sticks have their merits, I suppose, but lets take a look at the other … Continue reading →

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Lunch in Matlacha

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Took a lady to lunch today in Matlacha. We ate at Andy’s Seafood by the drawbridge. Quiet spot this time of year. In fact we were the only sit-down customers. Andy’s has some of the freshest fish anywhere in Florida. Why? … Continue reading →

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