Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Met a Redfish this Morning

Posted on December 1, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Met a Redfish this Morning: Finally got back to the water. Man its been awhile. My life has been busy. Launched the kayak in the dark with Orion glowing low in the west. Gorgeous sky filled with stars, from horizon … Continue reading →

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More on the Monic Covert Clear Fly Line

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

More on the Monic Covert Clear Fly Line: Earlier this summer I purchased a Monic 8wt, floating fly line. More specially, it was their All Weather Covert Clear model. I wanted to try it out on the flats of Charlotte … Continue reading →

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Has Irma Damaged the Flats?

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Has Irma Damaged the Flats?  Not so long ago, here in Florida hurricane Irma charged through Charlotte Harbor. It sucked a lot of water out, exposing acres of the  bottom to high winds. Now months later, the question was this … Continue reading →

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Fall Fishing in Long Island Sound is in High Gear

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Fall Fishing in Long Island Sound is in High Gear : In Southern New England the autumn migration is well underway. Consequently fall fishing in Long Island Sound is in high gear. This is your absolute best chance to hit … Continue reading →

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Fall Fishing for Landlocked Salmon

Posted on October 22, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Fall Fishing for Landlocked Salmon: Fall fishing for landlocked salmon is a hoot. Now I’m not talking about trolling lakes mind you; I’m talking about river fishing. During the fall, salmon drop out of their deep lake lairs to spawn, … Continue reading →

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