Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

A Day on the Connecticut’s Salmon River

Posted on March 16, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

A Day on the Connecticut’s Salmon River Newer Link https://edmitchelloutdoors.com/2023/04/11/a-day-on-the-salmon-river/ Last week we had a few warm days. Naturally I took advantage of them to do some trout fishing. The closest trout water to me is the Salmon River. It is … Continue reading →

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Tying an Anchor Fly on a Waspi JHCN

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

I mentioned this Waspi hook back last post. Designed for Czech style nymphs, it offers a lead body molded on the shank, a down turned eye, a 2x short shank, and a wide gap. Will it ride hook up? We’ll … Continue reading →

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Thought on Matching Green Caddis Pupae

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Thoughts on Matching Green Caddis Pupae In the previous post we took a quick look at “anchor” flies used in “Euro” nymphing. And I mentioned that perhaps the most productive “anchor” flies is the green caddis pupae. Green caddis pupae … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Trout

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Getting Ready for Trout Well its finally time to get ready for trout. Yes I know, some anglers here in the Northeast fish right through the whole winter. God bless them. I did a bit once upon a time, but … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishermen and Women need to be in Good Shape

Posted on February 7, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Fly Fishermen and Women need to be in Good Shape Too many fly fishermen, and women, don’t think they need to stay in shape. Well if you’re under 30 or do your all fly fishing from the couch watching YouTube … Continue reading →

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