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
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Author: Blake Jackson
Fishing Report 06/12/2026
We’ll Take it! Grey Reef flows have bumped up to 700 CFS! It may not seem like much, but it’s enough to help cool down the system without blowing it out. We’re pretty happy to see a little extra water moving through the river. Fishing remains good. Caddis and PMDs are coming off strong… Continue reading Fishing Report 06/12/2026
River Must Have: Thermometer
Don’t Guess. Know Your Water Temperature. Water temperature is one of the most important pieces of information an angler can have, yet it’s often overlooked. It affects fish behavior, insect activity, and most importantly, fish health. If you’re spending time on the water this summer, carrying a thermometer should be as automatic as bringing… Continue reading River Must Have: Thermometer
Fishing Report 06/03/2026
Summer fishing has been treating us well. Things have been fishing great lately, and one of the coolest things we’re seeing is fish looking up. Grey Reef isn’t typically known for its dry fly opportunities, so it’s always exciting when trout start showing interest. While nymphing continues to produce the most results, those keeping… Continue reading Fishing Report 06/03/2026
SPSP Pint Night: Thank you!
Friends of the North Platte would like to thank everyone who joined us for our Pint Night at Bull Horn Brewery on May 27. The turnout exceeded our expectations, with more than 100 community members gathering to learn about the proposed Seminoe Pumped Storage Project and what it could mean for our water, local wildlife,… Continue reading SPSP Pint Night: Thank you!
Fishing Report 05/27/2026
Fishing around Casper continues to be solid as we move through summer. Grey Reef is fishing well right now. We are still seeing solid activity with Caddis, PMDs, and Yellow Sallies on the warmer days. The Reef is still moving at 500 CFS and we’re finding the best conditions closer to the dam where… Continue reading Fishing Report 05/27/2026
Fishing Report 05/21/2026
The North Platte is settling in. The Grey Reef is currently moving at 500 CFS, and the mix of warm afternoons and surprisingly cool days has created some interesting hatch activity. The cooler weather has also helped keep water temperatures in great shape and water quality clean. On warmer days, we’re seeing solid caddis activity… Continue reading Fishing Report 05/21/2026
Seminoe Pumped Storage Project Pint Night
Join Us for a Community Pint Night on the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project! On May 27, 2026, Friends of the North Platte will host a Pint Night at Bull Horn Brewery beginning at 6:00 PM to discuss the proposed Seminoe Pumped Storage Project. This event is an opportunity for community members to learn more about… Continue reading Seminoe Pumped Storage Project Pint Night
Fishing Report 05/12/2026
Fishing around Casper continues to hold steady despite Wyoming’s unpredictable weather. The Grey Reef is currently running at 500 CFS, and the combination of cool days and occasional warm spells has kept anglers guessing. The good news is that the cooler temperatures have helped maintain cold, clear water throughout the system. Hatches have been somewhat… Continue reading Fishing Report 05/12/2026
FISHING REPORT 05/08/2026
Spring fishing on the North Platte has been solid, with the Reef continuing to fish especially well. Multiple sections of the river have been productive, and it’s been a fun stretch of spring conditions out there. Flows are currently around 500 CFS, and the river is definitely starting to get “buggy.” We’ve been seeing good… Continue reading FISHING REPORT 05/08/2026