Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Salt Water

The Flats are Firing Up

Posted on February 19, 2018 by Ed Mitchell

The Flats are Firing Up:  After a cool start to the winter, February temperatures are well above normal, and its causing Gulf temperatures to climb fast. Yesterday, on the flats the water was into seventies more typical of mid to … Continue reading →

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The Red Tide Lingers

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Ed Mitchell

The Red Tide Lingers: Down here we just had 10 days of below normal temperatures coupled with serious high winds. Several mornings were in the 30’s and one dipped to freezing. Now that may not sound like much to you … Continue reading →

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On the Flats Presentation is King

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

On the Flats Presentation is King: Yesterday morning, it was proven to me once again – on the flats presentation is king, fly pattern is queen. No matter how big the “killer” reputation of your fly; no matter how much … Continue reading →

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Water Temperature Fluctuations on the Flat

Posted on December 15, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Water Temperature Fluctuations on the Flat: We just had four mornings in a row  in the low to mid forties. Folks, that’s chilly for southwest Florida. Obviously those nippy dawns also had an effect on water temperature. Prior the shallow … Continue reading →

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Dave’s Super Moon Redfish

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Dave’s Super Moon Redfish: We just went through a waxing Super Moon. First on Friday with a -.1 low tide, followed by a  -.30 low tide on Saturday morning, followed on Sunday morning with a a -.50 low tide , … Continue reading →

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