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Fishing Report 06/24/2026

Fishing

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

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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

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

July 9th

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!

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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