Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Freshwater

The Farmington River is Slow

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

The Farmington River is Slow: The Farmington River is slow – right now. No question, it could bust wide open tomorrow, but still the present situation is surprising. The weather is good, the flow is good, water temperatures are good … Continue reading →

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Connecticut’s Salmon River

Posted on May 13, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Connecticut’s Salmon River: Newer Link https://edmitchelloutdoors.com/2023/04/11/a-day-on-the-salmon-river/ Another https://edmitchelloutdoors.com/2017/05/23/back-salmon-river/ Spent a day on Connecticut’s Salmon River. I did last spring as well and others. A freestone river, small and picturesque, it wanders through the hardwood forests of Marlborough and Colchester. Its headwaters are … Continue reading →

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Hendricksons on the Farmington River

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Hendricksons on the Farmington River: Wonderful news. The Hendricksons are on the Farmington River. In New England, this is one of the best and most anticipated hatches of the year. And its a moveable feat too. What do I mean? … Continue reading →

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Using a Fly-Fishing Lanyard

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Ed Mitchell

Using a Fly-Fishing Lanyard:  We all love our fly-fishing vests. When Lee Wulff created the first one, it was little more than a shirt with a couple of cargo pockets sewn on. Nowadays fly-fishing vest are far more elaborate. Hell … 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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