Wyoming
How To Stay Extra Safe When Flooding Hits Wyoming
In June of 2022, Yellowstone National Park experienced a massive historic flood. Forecasters think we may see flooding again in 2024 because warm temperatures melt the snow too fast for the rivers, creeks, and streams to keep up.
If we learned anything in 2022, it’s to be aware of fast-rising waters and follow instructions from authorities.
If you’re on a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, you don’t want anything to interrupt your trip. Not to sound mean, but Mother Nature doesn’t care about your trip, and things can change in a heartbeat when weather is involved.
Being prepared and aware of your surroundings is extremely important for reasons other than bears and bison. Rapid-moving and fast-rising water is another element you need to watch.
Recognizing the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning is essential.
- A flood watch means conditions are right for waters to rise and flooding to occur.
- A flood warning means flooding is already occurring or will be happening soon. You should take immediate action.
The Red Cross suggests that you have plans to stay safe during different types of flooding.
- Flash floods can be sudden and violent, and you may have little warning. Designate a place on higher ground that you can reach quickly and plan to move to higher ground before flooding begins.
- River floods: If you are in an area prone to river floods, review your evacuation plan so that you can leave quickly if officials advise you to evacuate.
- Storm surge: If local officials advise, be prepared to evacuate immediately. A storm surge can cause water levels to rise quickly and flood large areas in minutes.
Never drive through water standing or moving across the road. It only takes a few inches for your vehicle to be swept away.
Turn around, don’t drown.
It’s also essential to set your phone up to receive emergency alerts.
The Red Cross also offers a checklist to familiarize yourself with to help you prepare for a flooding emergency.
Yellowstone National Park Rebuilds After Historic Flooding
After catastrophic flooding damaged portions of Yellowstone National Park in June of 2022, major reconstruction was necessary to make the park passable again. The following are photos of the improvement projects at Old Gardiner Road and the Northeast Entrance Road. All photos are courtesy of the National Park Service, photographer Jacob W. Frank.
Casper Area Sees Flooding Downtown
June 15, 203. Persistent rain in Casper causes flooding in some areas.
Gallery Credit: Tom Morton
Gaining the knowledge to become an outdoorsy type of person isn’t easy. It takes time, dedication, and the desire to sometimes get out of your comfort zone. Sure, if you grew up in the outdoors, but it’s been a while since you’ve actually been out hunting, fishing, hiking, or camping, you may be a little rusty, but you have a leg up on those who haven’t.
If you’re in Wyoming, there’s a good chance that taking advantage of the incredible outdoor activities we have available has crossed your mind, but where to start is the big question. Asking others for help is one way, but there’s sometimes an element of intimidation or embarrassment involved.
If you’re a woman looking for that help and want to avoid the intimidation, you should really check out the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Becoming an Outdoor Woman (BOW) workshops this summer. It’s held at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp near Dubois, and everything you need to learn about the outdoors is provided, including food and lodging.
The registration deadline is March 31, meaning you have just a couple of weeks to apply for one or all of the offered workshops.
There are multiple options available depending on your level of outdoor knowledge.
Basic BOW Workshop: Introductory level camp teaching outdoor survival, basic fly fishing, backpacking, how to shoot, outdoor photography, and more. There will be two of these workshops, June 5-7 and August 7-9. $150
Fly Fishing Beyond BOW Workshop: The focus here is on fly fishing. Learn the basics and then put them to use. This workshop runs July 30 – Aug 2. $150
Backpacking Beyond BOW: This workshop is all about backpacking, hiking, cooking on the trail, adjusting to the trail, and preparing for the trip. You’ll learn how to properly pack your bag, set up camp, and then head out on an overnight trip. July 30 – Aug 2. $150
Become a BOW Instructor: Here’s where you put your years of experience to work by sharing your skills and knowledge with others, helping them learn the tricks and tips of the outdoors.
Not only will these workshops help get you started on a life in the outdoors, but you’re likely going to gain some street cred with your family when you can teach them the skills they’ll need to get out and celebrate a Wyoming lifestyle.
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