TR - made an attempt today
The section of river in town is for the most part open, with just ice on the banks. I figured I'd go get my license today and head out to my 'usual' spot about 5 or so miles out of town (upstream). The report from the flyshop simply said parts of the river were starting to open up. I picked up some San Juan Worms and a couple Buggers and figured I'd head up to my spot for some scouting. I figured that 5 miles up should look about the same as what is in town.
I was wrong. Still too much ice. There were a couple spots of open water, but nothing to get excited about. I didn't even string up. I just walked around and checked out the area. It still needs a couple more weeks. I guess I'm going skiing tomorrow.
Heading out of town this afternoon
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Stopped by my local shop
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WYO Hwy 230 heading towards the Colorado line
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The turnoff - a little snow on the ground, but I was still optimistic
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Pulling through the Monolith Ranch, saw some locals
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First glimpse of the river... not looking good
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At least I'm legal. Wyoming has some fancy new licenses this year
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One of my favorite riffles with about a parking space worth of open water
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Looking up a good section
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Remembering those who fished before us
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Another section
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I was watching this spot, hoping to see a trout peek out to say hi
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More ice
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I know it will be open soon... just waiting...
