Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Fishing Off The Grid

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Fishing off the Grid: Decided to do a little fishing off the grid..that’s right amigo, no cell phone, no land line, no web, just good, old fashion peace and quiet. Remember that? So at the start of the week, my … Continue reading →

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Ravens are returning to Connecticut

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Ravens are returning to Connecticut:  Yes, ravens are returning to Connecticut. How long have they been gone? A long ass time, my friend – perhaps over a 100 years. Most likely our colonial forefathers did a number on them just … Continue reading →

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Dry Flies can be a Problem

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Dry Flies can be a Problem: Dry flies are a super part of our sport. Not one can deny that. But if you love dry flies too much, dry flies can be a problem. I was on the river early … Continue reading →

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Fly Rod & Reel Magazine is Done

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Fly Rod & Reel Magazine is Done:  That’s right Fly Rod & Reel magazine is kaput. Here’s editor Greg Thomas’ blog confirming the magazine’s passing. Yes, the spring 2017 issue is their final breath. Sad news. It was a damn … Continue reading →

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Is Euro-nymphing Fly-fishing?

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Is Euro-nymphing Fly-fishing?: Heard something interesting today, from a reliable source. Yesterday, a conservation officer asked two anglers on Connecticut’s Salmon River  fly-fishing only area to leave. Why? They were euro-nymphing. Got you a tad puzzled? Okay, let me fill … Continue reading →

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