Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Got Enough Gear with You?

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Got Enough Gear with You? The other day, I came across a photo of Harold Gibbs. Don’t know him? Gibbs is widely thought of as the father of striped bass fishing in the Northeast. I wrote an article on him … Continue reading →

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The Magnificent Frigate

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

The Magnificent Frigate I’m not a serious “birder” yet I do like watching them over the water. Here in New England the biggest and wildest of the bunch has to be the Northern Gannet. Totally amazing. And their presence marks … Continue reading →

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Captains for Clean Water

Posted on January 11, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Captains for Clean Water Bought a new hat. Did I need another one? Not on your life. No, I got this for a special reason. Have you noticed that fishing isn’t getting better these days? Damn. Its true pretty much … Continue reading →

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Evening Light for Tailing Reds

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Evening Light for Tailing Reds The tide is down, the light is down, the wind is down and – your hopes are up.  Time to hunt for tailing reds

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Mark’s Girdle Bugs

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Mark’s Girdle Bugs Awhile back, as a birthday gift, Mark Lewchik gave me some of his great girdle bugs. Man, they are fantastic. Far better than the ones I tie. Everything is right on target.  I mean it. The head, … Continue reading →

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