Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

A Red Tide for Christmas

A Red Tide for Christmas:  A couple days back, I got out early once again to take advantage of a decent morning tide. Right off it became apparent, however, all wasn’t well on the flats. The water was murky for … Continue reading

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Tip when using Korkers with the Interchangeable Sole System

Tip when using Korkers with the Interchangeable Sole System: For over a year I’ve been using Korker wading boots with the interchangeable sole system. Its a great idea. And I appreciate the thought that went into designing these boots. Great … Continue reading

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On the Flats Presentation is King

On the Flats Presentation is King: Yesterday morning, it was proven to me once again – on the flats presentation is king, fly pattern is queen. No matter how big the “killer” reputation of your fly; no matter how much … Continue reading

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Water Temperature Fluctuations on the Flat

Water Temperature Fluctuations on the Flat: We just had four mornings in a row  in the low to mid forties. Folks, that’s chilly for southwest Florida. Obviously those nippy dawns also had an effect on water temperature. Prior the shallow … Continue reading

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Dave’s Super Moon Redfish

Dave’s Super Moon Redfish: We just went through a waxing Super Moon. First on Friday with a -.1 low tide, followed by a  -.30 low tide on Saturday morning, followed on Sunday morning with a a -.50 low tide , … Continue reading

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