Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Life in the Great Northwoods

Posted on March 1, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Life in the Great Northwoods Man I love the Great Northwoods. The lakes, the loons, the landlocked salmon. There is a sense of freedom here – far from the madding crowd. The usual rules don’t apply. Life feels bigger. At … Continue reading →

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Dave Got a Nice Redfish!

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Dave Got a Nice Redfish! News from Florida. Dave – the infamous fish whisper- got a nice redfish!  At first light the other day, he and his friend Pete were out hunting for reds. They set up outside a creek … Continue reading →

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Weakfish – Where have they Gone?

Posted on February 27, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Weakfish – Where have they Gone? Thought to be the most beautiful fish to visit the New England coast, weakfish are now a distant memory. Yeah, New England is at the northern end of their range. So, they never were … Continue reading →

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Good Weather for Tying Flies

Posted on February 21, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Good Weather for Tying Flies, Been cold and windy lately. A few morning were in the single digits and a few days sported winds near 30.  And yes, there has a been some snow and ice too. Good weather for … Continue reading →

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Where a Channel Joins a Flat

Posted on February 21, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Where a Channel Joins a Flat When fishing a flat be sure to check out wherever the flat joins a channel, especially on the first of a rising tide. Fish that dropped off the flat during low water are apt … Continue reading →

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