Category Archives: Environment

Winter Dawn on the Gulf Coast.

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Winter Dawn on the Gulf Coast There are moments in fishing that seem to last for eternity. You never shake them. A while back I posted a special moment at Lobsterville Beach on Martha’s Vineyard. This time it’s a dawn … Continue reading →

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Connecticut 2025: a Nor’easter in May, a Heat Wave in June

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Connecticut 2025: a Nor’easter in May, a Heat Wave in June Spring weather in New England can be a roller coaster ride. No question. What is the old adage? “If you don’t like the weather just wait a minute.” Still … Continue reading →

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Connecticut: Another Poor Spring for Stripers

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Connecticut: Another Poor Spring for Stripers Looks like another dismay start for stripers in Connecticut. We are just not getting the dependable runs we used to enjoy in the lower Connecticut River.  I have posted on this before, once back … Continue reading →

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Clinging Jellyfish in the Salt Ponds of Southwest Rhode Island

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Clinging Jellyfish in the Salt Ponds of Southwest Rhode Island My friend Phil just told me of a warning sign in Ninigret Pond in Charlestown, Rhode Island. What’s up? Clinging jellyfish have been found in several salt ponds and they … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishing is a Waiting Game.

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Fly Fishing is a Waiting Game Yes, fly fishing is a waiting game. We wait for the fish to bite, the tide to turn, the hatch to start, the wind to stop, a thunderstorm to move, a big moon to … Continue reading →

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