Category Archives: Flies and Fly Tying

An Unweighted Crab Fly

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Crabs live on the bottom; we all know that. So its no surprise that most crab flies are heavily weighted. In fact some are even a bear to cast. But, hey you want the crab fly to get down fast. … Continue reading →

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The “Sulphur” Hatch on the Farmington River: Part Four

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Part Four:  In the following days I waded as many pools and runs as I could. It was a vivid reminder of how much terrific trout water exists on this river. Naturally my main goal throughout stayed the same – … Continue reading →

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The “Sulphur” Hatch on the Farmington River: Part Three

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Part Three: Bright and early the following morning I stopped into Upcountry Sportfishing, located right on route 44 in New Hartford.  Upcountry is fly-fishing central in these parts. Besides being a well-run, well stocked fly shop – the kind that’s … Continue reading →

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The “Sulphur” Hatch on the Farmington River: Part Two

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Part Two: Ok, lets talk more about the “sulphur” hatch on the Farmington River. My first day on the river was filled with surprises.  Now the text book time for “sulphurs” to appear is 5pm, just as the light begins … Continue reading →

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The “Sulphur” Hatch on the Farmington River : Part One

Posted on June 18, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Part One: For many years, I was on Martha’s Vineyard in June, fishing for stripers on Dogfish bar. Those were memorable years, but as a result, I always missed the “sulphur” hatch on the Farmington River. Well this year it … Continue reading →

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