Category Archives: Wild Things

Barred Owl Times 3

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Early this morning it rained hard. Around 11 AM, however, it eased up a bit. So I walked over to the kitched window to see if I could get out for a bike ride. As I looked a large bird landed in … Continue reading →

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Dave Does it Again!

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Well, I decided to take a day off from those fussy, frustrating, rolling, refusing, uncooperative tarpon. Those unwilling beast can drive you crazy. So I paddled back to the flats instead, and ran into Dave.  I continue to be impressed with his … Continue reading →

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More Flats Strategy: Heave & Leave

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

A couple days ago, I  was poling down the flat when I ran into Dave. Dave is considered by many to be one of – if not the best – local fly fisherman. I’ve been fishing here about 18 months; Dave … Continue reading →

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Polyphemus. No, not the Cyclops the Moth

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

I went to get the mail today and ran into Polyphemus. No, not the legendary cyclops that trapped Odysseus and his men. Polyphemus the moth. This one was about 5 inches across, big enough to cover most of your hand. It … Continue reading →

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Snook Shangri-La?

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

There is a spot near me that I jokingly refer to as snook Shangri-La. I have fun memories of this place. It is a small island, with a pile of dead wood sitting off one end. Nice structure. Sweetening the … Continue reading →

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