North Platte River

“The fight to protect the North Platte River system is far from over. Recently, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that additional environmental review will be required before amendments to the Rawlins Resource Management Plan can move forward. This is an important…”

“Fall is starting to show up on the North Platte, and fishing is trending the right direction. Cool nights have helped water temperatures across the system. Hoot Owl restrictions have also been lifted. For a hot, dry year across much of the West, the North Platte came through in…”

“Good news, anglers! Wyoming Game and Fish has lifted the voluntary fishing closure below Lusby, marking a welcome change. Hot temperatures and low water conditions kept anglers on their toes for much of the season. Many fishermen adjusted their schedules, quit early, or stayed…”

“Not much has changed on the ol fishing report front. The good news is that water temperatures continue to improve throughout the North Platte system. We aren’t getting too comfortable just yet, though. We still keep temperatures top of mind, and the voluntary closure below Lusby…”

“Ahhhh. The sweet smell of hunting season. We wait all year for this, and it has finally arrived. First off, congratulations to everyone who drew a tag this season. For those who came up empty, we feel your pain. We are happy to lament with you. We also want to welcome hunters…”

“While fishing season still has plenty of gas left in the tank, we’ve reached that time of year again. As of September 1, Ugly Bug Fly Shop has returned to our fall business hours. You can find us in the shop Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. We are open Saturdays…”

“Not gonna lie, we’re pretty stoked to flip the calendar to September. Cooler nights are rolling in. Those cooler nights matter. With both Grey Reef and the Miracle Mile holding at 500 CFS, every degree helps. The cooler weather should keep conditions moving in the right…”

“The fight for Wyoming’s waters, wildlife, and public lands continues. Join us on Tuesday, September 1 at 6PM, for another Seminoe Pumped Storage Project community meeting at Ugly Bug Fly Shop. We will host the meeting in person at the shop and offer a Zoom option for those who…”

“Here’s a quick North Platte fishing report and conditions update. Grey Reef has dropped to 500 CFS. Recent rain events have pushed color throughout the entire system, and conditions get progressively dirtier the farther downstream you travel. The stretch closest to the dam…”

“For more than 40 years, Simms has stood alongside guides, fly shops, and anglers on rivers across the world. This summer, they are bringing that commitment directly to fishing communities throughout the Rocky Mountain West with the Simms Working Wader Tour. On Thursday, August…”

“Just popping in with a quick North Platte fishing report. The Casper area took a hit from a heavy rainstorm last week. The runoff pushed a lot of color into the river and muddied things up below Lusby. While the fishing suffered for a bit, we welcomed the moisture with open…”

“August is flying by, and while summer isn’t quite done with us yet. Rest assured there will be a light at the end of the tunnel. The Reef is holding steady at 800 CFS, and fishing continues to be productive. The voluntary closure below Lusby remains in effect. We’ve been…”

“The Seminoe Pumped Storage Project has continued to move through the federal regulatory process, but that doesn’t mean we’re throwing in the towel. If anything, the fight is getting louder. Recent conditions at Seminoe Reservoir are putting the concerns we’ve been raising into…”

“Due to unseasonably warm conditions, water temperatures are regularly climbing above 70°F and, in some areas, not dropping enough overnight to give trout a chance to recover. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking anglers to adjust accordingly on portions of the Bighorn…”

“Happy dog days of summer! Honestly, not much has changed from the bug side of things. The Reef sits at 800 CFS, and the hatches have stayed consistent all summer. Expect tricos first thing in the morning, followed by caddis and yellow sallies. If you find fish keyed in on one of…”

“Every once in a while, something new comes through the door that gets us excited, and that’s exactly what happened when Olivia stopped by the shop with her artwork. She showed us a few of her stickers, and we were hooked right away (pun intended). Olivia is a 15 year old angler…”

“It is no secret that this has been a strange water year across the West. Between lingering drought conditions, below-average runoff in many areas, and a stretch of hot summer temperatures, anglers are seeing the effects firsthand. As of yesterday, the Wyoming Game and Fish…”

“It is no secret that this has been a strange water year across the West. Between lingering drought conditions, below-average runoff in many areas, and a stretch of hot summer temperatures, anglers are seeing the effects firsthand. As of yesterday, the Wyoming Game and Fish…”

“Just popping in with a quick update on the Grey Reef. Flows have been dropped to 800 CFS. While the river is still fishing well, the lower flows combined with warm temperatures in the forecast mean it’s time to be a little more mindful of conditions on the water. The good news…”

“July is flying by, and fishing has continued to hold up. On the Grey Reef, flows are currently running at 2,200 CFS, and the morning Trico hatch has been nothing short of prolific.As the morning progresses, Pale Morning Duns take over before giving way to caddis and Yellow…”