Wyoming
Important Wyoming Fishing Regulation Meetings Being Held
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department relies on Wyoming’s hunters, anglers, conservationists, and the public to gather information on important issues throughout the state.
Public meetings are one way the department allows Wyomingites to express their opinions. The department appreciates all positive or negative input on all topics.
This week is a big one for anglers from Rawlins to Casper along the North Platte River drainage. Two open-house public meetings are scheduled to cover various proposed changes to future fishing regulations.
During the meetings, WGFD Fish Biologists will explain the reasoning behind the following potential regulation changes.
- Increasing the Walleye limit at Alcova, Pathfinder, and Seminoe.
- Barbless hook requirement on parts of the North Platte River (between Kortes Dam and Highway 220).
- Tackle restrictions at Fremont Canyon and Gray Reef
- Potential of additional spawning season closures.
- Limiting watercraft usage at the Miracle Mile.
This week, two separate meetings will be held to hear the public’s comments. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend one or both of these meetings. One is in Casper (Tuesday), and the other is in Rawlins (Wednesday).
Meeting one will be held on Tuesday, February 4th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Casper Game and Fish Regional Office, 3030 Energy Lane.
Meeting two will be held on Wednesday, February 5th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Jeffrey Memorial Community Center, 315 W. Pine St., Rawlins.
WGFD Casper Regional Fisheries Supervisor Matt Hahn says the future counts on these discussions.
These discussions are essential to maintaining the health and sustainability of the North Platter River drainage fisheries for future generations.
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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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