Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Jack crevalle on the flats?

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

The weather is great and the fishing is good too. Reds, and trout dominate the catch, but other species are around. A couple of days ago I hooked a Jack Crevalle on the flats. Typically I find them in deeper places. … Continue reading →

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October in the Northeast

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

If you live in Connecticut, Rhode Island or Massachusetts, this is a great time to be fishing the coast. The days grow short, the wind swings to the north, and stronger tides make themselves known. Together, these changes kick start the coastal … Continue reading →

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Red Sky in the Morning

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

You know the old saying – “Red sky in the morning, sailor take warning”. Well it was a red dawn yesterday. Rain is acoming. Got out early again, before dawn. Nice tide. The bar was busy. Lotsa fish milling around, mostly mullet. … Continue reading →

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A School of “Tailing” Reds

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

Well the wet  weather has continued to be a issue. Last week Punta Gorda got 14 inches of rain in just two days, and parts of Fort Myers are so flooded there are under a state of emergency. And get this; … Continue reading →

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Handloading your own Ammo

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

Handloading is increasingly popular these days largely due to periodic shortages of ammunition.  Still there are many good reasons to handload. Yes, you can save money, although in recent times the price of materials has jumped noticeably. You can tailor rounds for specific needs, … Continue reading →

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