Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Back to the Salmon River

Back to the Salmon River: I went back to the Salmon River today. (For the record I’m referring to the one in Colchester, Connecticut.) Conditions were fairly good. Water was down a hair, but running at a respectable 57 degrees. … Continue reading

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The Farmington River is Slow

The Farmington River is Slow: The Farmington River is slow – right now. No question, it could bust wide open tomorrow, but still the present situation is surprising. The weather is good, the flow is good, water temperatures are good … Continue reading

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Connecticut’s Salmon River

Connecticut’s Salmon River: Newer Link https://edmitchelloutdoors.com/2023/04/11/a-day-on-the-salmon-river/ Another https://edmitchelloutdoors.com/2017/05/23/back-salmon-river/ Spent a day on Connecticut’s Salmon River. I did last spring as well and others. A freestone river, small and picturesque, it wanders through the hardwood forests of Marlborough and Colchester. Its headwaters are … Continue reading

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Hendricksons on the Farmington River

Hendricksons on the Farmington River: Wonderful news. The Hendricksons are on the Farmington River. In New England, this is one of the best and most anticipated hatches of the year. And its a moveable feat too. What do I mean? … Continue reading

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On the Road – Asheville, NC

On the Road – Asheville, NC :  Heading north for the summer, and made a stop in Asheville, NC. What a great place! Called “The Land of the Sky” for its mountainous surrounding, Asheville is not only beautifully situated, the … Continue reading

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