Category Archives: Flies and Fly Tying

More Terrestrial Flies

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

More Terrestrial Flies Ran into Mark Lewchik the other day, and he kindly donated some of his fine Terrestrial Flies. Thanks Mark!

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Fishing Terrestrial Flies

Posted on November 23, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Fishing Terrestrial Flies Love fishing terrestrial flies? Me too. Man, they are effective and fun. Ever see a big brown hiding tight to the bank, slide out to the current and gulp down a hopper fly? Wow! Or how about … Continue reading →

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Sight-Fishing for Big Redfish

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Sight-Fishing for Big Redfish In my experience, sight-fishing for redfish typically involves reds from 22″- 28″. Why? These are the red most often found in shallow water were sight-fishing is done. But there are exceptions, such as a redfish recently … Continue reading →

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Tying Some Caddis Pupae

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

Tying Some Caddis Pupae My first post on the importance of caddis pupae goes back some  14 years ago. True. And I still feel they are one of the most valuable flies in your bag of trout tricks. Okay, I’ll … Continue reading →

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A Team of Nymphs

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Ed Mitchell

A Team of Nymphs We all know people who strictly fish dry flies. Coconuts. It’s like only eating one kind of food and thinking you are a gourmet. Oh well, let them suffer. Truth is this: you should pick the … Continue reading →

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