Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

More Redfish for Dave

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Even in this time of hot, dirty water, Dave continues to find reds. Its amazing really. But he has the prowess and the persistence. That’s what it takes, because these reds are few and far between. Believe me. You have … Continue reading →

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The Reds are on a Roll

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Its been a long, hot summer, and fishing for reds has been painfully slow. Most days I came back without a single strike. Not only were there few reds on the flats, the ones I found had a case of … Continue reading →

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Sturgeon in the Connecticut River

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

I’ve have the good fortune to fish the Connecticut River from its headwaters near the Canadian line to its mouth on Long Island Sound. Along the way I’ve caught many species, but recently my son did me one better. He … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Vultures

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Florida’s vultures are common year round. They’re big, busy, and everywhere. Down here, we have two types. The turkey vulture, and the black vulture. The turkey vulture has a redhead, a greater wing span, and is the stronger flyer. The … Continue reading →

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Coyote Creek

Posted on July 26, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

My buddy Pete is up in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico. I’ve gone through that area and know its a spectacular spot. At the moment, Pete, and his wife Linda, have their RV in Coyote Creek State … Continue reading →

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