Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Irma Cometh

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Irma Cometh: Well, I got out of Dodge..make that Punta Gorda. Flew back to Connecticut last night. Hurricane Irma cometh to town. She just looked too big, too strong, and too aimed at Florida for me to ride it out … Continue reading →

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The Joe Brooks Documentary Trailer

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

The Joe Brooks Documentary Trailer: In July of 2015 I told you about the efforts underway to document the life of legendary angler Joe Brooks. Joe is often called the father of modern fly-fishing, and for good reason. He is … Continue reading →

Posted in Fly Fishing in Freshwater, Fly Fishing in Salt Water | 2 Comments

Making and Storing a Euro-nymph Leader

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Making and Storing a Euro-nymph Leader: I mentioned awhile ago, that I purchased a 10-foot Scott Radian 4-weight fly rod, to use mainly for euro-nymphing. And along with it, I’ve been making and storing euro-nymph leaders to suit this angling … Continue reading →

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Monic Covert Clear Fly Line – A First Look

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Monic Covert Clear Fly Line – A First Look: A couple of days back my 8-weight fly line bit the dust. It was a Rio Bonefish floater, I purchased two years ago. The thing was a twisting, tangling, snarled up … Continue reading →

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The Solar Eclipse has Arrived

Posted on August 21, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

The Solar Eclipse has Arrived: Okay, today is the day. The solar eclipse has arrived. Here in Connecticut were not directly in the path, but we should see some effect, although its very cloudy where I’m at. Its scheduled to … Continue reading →

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