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TROUT Tip – finding trout
Early in the fishing season, it can be tough to once again remember where to find trout and how to read water. Often, we jump right in and start casting out of pure excitement but be assured it is better to take a few breaths before beginning and be observant. Slow down. Approach the water slowly and from downstream. Look at the…
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An anniversary to remember — and the efforts to sustain a native trout fishery
Trout Unlimited and others in the Basin have committed to studying all options to increase water availability in the Upper Snake as the potential rebuilding of the Teton Dam is once again being explored.
June 5, 2026, will mark the 50th anniversary of the catastrophic failure of Teton Dam in eastern Idaho. The dam, which had just been completed in the fall of 1975, was filling for the first time when leaks appeared on its face early on the morning of June 5, 1976. While workers quickly attempted to plug the leaks with bulldozers, the impoundment catastrophically failed before noon,…
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Photo of the week – Jumping for joy
Now that June is here, it’s time to jump for joy.
Now that June is here, it’s time to jump for joy. It appears summer is here even if the solstice hasn’t happened yet, but the days are long and lovely. Fish are hungry and bugs are popping, so it is time to spend long days on our favorite rivers and creeks. Get out and explore…
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Video of the Week – Spread Creek
Protecting native trout is one of Trout Unlimited’s many passions, and expanding their habitats is what creates the river champions we celebrate. Let’s head to the northwest corner of Wyoming to learn more about projects bolstering Snake River cutthroat trout habitat in this week’s video, Spread Creek. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVlp1gI0q_g&list=PLEXZljM8NmhuAXJrK2nLIDwzCHmcddp0D&index=10&t=1s
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Fishing Tip – pike flies
Reliable food is critical for any fish to survive, so learn more about the prey for pike and the flies that mimic them to increase your success rate for catching them. See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Fishing Video Lessons
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True Cast – Fly casting in the wind
Because I’m not afraid of fly casting in the wind. In fact, I rather enjoy it.
I was supposed to take the ferry boat across Lake Michigan from Muskegon to Milwaukee recently, but gale-force winds were expected to whip up five- to seven-foot waves on the lake. So, they cancelled the trip. Which is probably a good thing because while I don’t get seasick myself, I’ve been on a couple boat…
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Chris Wood cautions Congress: eliminating the Roadless Rule would upend 25 years of balanced public land management
In testimony before the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee, Trout Unlimited President and CEO Chris Wood opposed H.R. 7695, a bill that would nullify the 2001 Roadless Rule nationwide and prevent similar rules from being created and administered in the future. “The Roadless Rule strikes a common-sense balance: the rule allows forest health projects and hazardous fuels treatments in Roadless Areas. Off highway vehicles, grazing,…

