Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Smith & Wesson 44 Magnums

Big bore revolvers? I love them. Man, the flame, the roar – the recoil. Squeeze the trigger and you’re Zeus throwing lightning bolts.  Back in August I told you about the S&W Model 629 Mountain Gun. It is wonderful trail gun, but not easy to … Continue reading

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Vernal Pools

Vernal pools supply a fascinating and transitory habitat, that signals the arrival of spring in the forest. Essential small wetlands, these pools hold water often from rain or snow melt. Typically they disappear by summer. So why “Vernal”? Vernal refers to the … Continue reading

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North Cove Outfitters is Closing

About a week ago I learn that North Cove Outfitters, in Old Saybrook, was closing their doors. Sad, indeed. After faithfully serving the outdoor community in southern New England for 24 years, the dour economy caught up with them. While there … Continue reading

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Love of the Land

Crazy about being outdoors? Live for the wind and the tide?  Then embrace our planet amigo; never, ever take it for granted.  Lets work to keep things wild…… Like to see more images of Ireland? Follow this link.

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Dog Love

Dog love. In their eyes we see eternity.

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