It has been a hot stretch here in Wyoming, but thankfully the Grey Reef is still in good shape. Flows remain at roughly 2,200 CFS, and that extra water is continuing to help keep temperatures cool, especially in the sections closest to the dam. The fish seem happy with the conditions. The anglers? Maybe not… Continue reading Fishing Report 07/14/2026
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Author: Blake Jackson
Quick History: Why Is It Called The Miracle Mile?
With conversations surrounding the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project still top of mind for many Wyoming anglers, we’ve noticed one thing in the shop: a lot more people are talking about the Miracle Mile. Whether they’re longtime fishermen, first-time visitors, or folks following the project discussions, one question keeps coming up: Why is it called the… Continue reading Quick History: Why Is It Called The Miracle Mile?
Fishing Report 07/06/2026
Hope you all had a great Fourth of July weekend, still have all 10 fingers, and didn’t accidentally start any fires. The Grey Reef received a bump in water recently, which is great news. We are up to 2,200 CFS. The added flow helps with water temperatures and gives the river a bit of a… Continue reading Fishing Report 07/06/2026
5 Things to Know Before Spending the Fourth of July in Casper
The Fourth of July is one of our favorite times of year in Wyoming. Whether you’re coming to Casper to fish, camp, spend time with family, or just enjoy a long weekend outdoors, there are a few things worth knowing before you hit the road. 1. The Ugly Bug Fly Shop Will Be Closed on… Continue reading 5 Things to Know Before Spending the Fourth of July in Casper
Fishing Report 06/30/2026
Fishing has been good overall across the North Platte system this past week. The big story has been all the rain we received mixed with a bump in flows, which pushed some dirty water into the lower river. Below Sechrist is still carrying some color, but conditions are improving every day as things continue to… Continue reading Fishing Report 06/30/2026
Fishing Report 06/24/2026
Hope all the dads out there had a great Father’s Day weekend and were able to spend some time on the water. The North Platte continues to fish well. Tricos have been the main event most mornings, getting fish actively feeding early in the day. There are a few fish looking up if you’re interested… Continue reading Fishing Report 06/24/2026
Public Lands Pint Night
If you value Wyoming’s public lands, wildlife, and the future of science-based wildlife management, mark your calendar for an evening of great conversation, community, and of course … beer. Protect Wyoming is hosting its Public Lands, Public Wildlife, No Compromise Pint Night on June 24th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bull Horn Brewery… Continue reading Public Lands Pint Night
We Have Water! Tips and Tricks.
Good news folks! Nebraska called for some water! As of June 16, Grey Reef has been bumped up to 1,000 CFS, the most water we’ve seen all year. The additional flow has been a welcome sight and has helped cool down the system after a stretch of warm weather. While conditions have improved, summer is… Continue reading We Have Water! Tips and Tricks.
Fishing Report 06/16/2026
We’ve got some good news on the North Platte! As of Monday, June 15, Grey Reef received another bump in flows, bringing the river up to 1,000 CFS. Combined with a stretch of cooler weather and lower nighttime temperatures, this extra water has helped bring river temperatures back down after they had started creeping… Continue reading Fishing Report 06/16/2026
Refresh: New 2026 Regs
As summer settles in and water temperatures are top of mind, it is important to stay informed so we can all keep doing what we do. While recent increases in river flows have provided some cooler conditions, water temperatures can still change quickly throughout the day and across different sections of the river. The… Continue reading Refresh: New 2026 Regs