Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

The Garment Fly

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Ed Mitchell

The Garment Fly Recently my friend created a new fly he calls the Garment Fly. Design around a fabric he found, it makes a very effective, low cost fly. In the above case he is using a chartreuse version of … Continue reading →

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Mark’s Mini Crab Fly

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Ed Mitchell

Mark’s Mini Crab Fly Mark Lewchik is a fabulous fly tyer. Freshwater Saltwater, big flies, small flies, dry flies, wet flies, it just doesn’t matter. He does them all in spades. Recently I was at a BBQ and Mark handed … Continue reading →

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I hate it when its Stale

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Ed Mitchell

I hate it when its stale

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Estuary Magazine

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Ed Mitchell

Estuary Magazine, As some of you know, I write a regular column for Estuary Magazine. I already did an article covering a year’s worth of  hatches on the famous Farmington River. In the upcoming fall issue, I’ll give you a … Continue reading →

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Sunset Redfish

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Ed Mitchell

Sunset Redfish A lot tide at sunset is a super time to search for tailing redfish.  Why is that? For several reasons. Late in the day, the wind frequently drops, and the surface becomes glass. Reds are far more likely … Continue reading →

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