Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Freshwater

The Klinkhammer

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Ed Mitchell

The Klinkhammer dry fly hasn’t received much press in recent times so I felt the subject deserved a visit. Developed in the 1980’s by Dutch angler Hans van Klinken this innovative dry fly has proven itself worldwide, and richly deserves … Continue reading →

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Phil is Trouting

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Ed Mitchell

My buddy Phil has been doing some trouting. Hey why not? The weather has been great. And his Fish & Game Club, in eastern Connecticut, has a well stocked pond loaded with rainbows and will get a second stocking of … Continue reading →

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Bear’s Den Fly Fishing Expo 2020

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Ed Mitchell

Just got back from Bear’s Den Fly Fishing Expo 2020, over in Taunton, Massachusetts. Fabulous event! Truly epic. Hats off to Scott Wessel and crew; they did a stellar job. This was Bear’s Den’s 22nd annual Expo. Wow, amazing. Bob … Continue reading →

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Connecticut Fly Fisherman’s Association Expo 2020

Posted on February 2, 2020 by Ed Mitchell

The 2020 Connecticut Fly Fisherman’s Association Expo was a huge success. Roughly 30 vendors, a dozen fly tyers and programs attracted about 400 people yesterday. The aisles were packed with anglers. I venture to say this is the best club … Continue reading →

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A Trip for Landlocked Salmon

Posted on October 21, 2019 by Ed Mitchell

A Trip for Landlocked Salmon I just got back from a trip up north for landlocked salmon. My last trip was in 2017. Back two years ago, the river was very low. And as a consequence there were less fish … Continue reading →

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