Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Salt Water

Tailing Reds Can be Down-right Fussy

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Sometimes “tailing” reds are aggressive; as soon as the fly lands, they nail it. Other times reds are ultra spooky; the least bit of noise, a fleeting shadow, the fly line overhead and man, they are gone. And sometimes “tailing” … Continue reading →

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“Tailing” Redfish

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Two days back we had a morning low tide. Perfect for finding a tailing red. But we also had a cold front coming. And that would kill the fishing for sure. So I decided to get out early in the … Continue reading →

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The Bite is Back

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

The fishing in my backyard has been on hold for some time now. For one thing, the Peace River at the head of Charlotte Harbor released a huge slug of stained water, starting in early October. It continued from weeks, … Continue reading →

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Turning a Corner

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

The weather is still too hot and we are still locked into a rainy period. But we may finally be turning a corner. The fishing was a little better today. And hopefully that trend is going to continue. Let fall fishing … Continue reading →

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The Flats have Heated up – Literally

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

We have had record, or near record heat, for closing in on a week. Yesterday, the Gulf of Mexico was a rocking 91 degrees! And the skinny water up inside the Harbor is even hotter. Hell things cook at 112! Yes, the … Continue reading →

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