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Fly fishing in the Winds. Photo: Paula McCormick
Episode #65: Wyoming Golden Trout and Grayling Fishing Tips and Tricks with Patrick Edwards

On this episode of RadCast Outdoors, David asks Patrick about a backcountry fishing trip into the Wind River Range with the objective of chasing golden trout and grayling.

Patrick talks about catching goldens, grayling and brookies with Jimmy and Mike and also provides details about the hiking experience.

The Wind River Range boasts beautifully rugged scenery, complete with high mountain lakes that are home to a variety of fish. But it is usually the golden trout that people seek, named for its coloring, golden with stripes of oranges or reds. Golden trout thrive in the high elevation backcountry lakes of the Wind River Mountains, which is one of the premier places for fishing golden trout in the United States.

David and Patrick talk about the magic of the crystal clear lakes and the feeling of being able to watch a fish come up to the line. Goldens are very wary of their surroundings. They are easily spooked, but Patrick gives a few tips and tricks to catch one. Tune in to hear about the wild experience of fishing alpine lakes in the Wind River Range and the special feeling of being in the backcountry.

To visit the Rad Cast Outdoors podcast, visit https://radcastoutdoors.com/blogs/radcast-outdoors-podcast-episodes/radcast-outdoors-podcast-episode-65-wyoming-golden-trout-and-grayling-fishing-tips-and-tricks-with-patrick-edwards.

Golden Trout
Golden Trout. Photo: RadCast Outdoors

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📍South Pass City, Wyoming 

While you can visit this historic gold mining town from the end of May - mid October, save the date for Gold Rush Days - July 11 & 12.

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There's no place quite like old Wyo'. 

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When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go. 

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Ready to learn more about the wild horses of the West? The Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary - which is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation - has a visitor center with an interpretive display, and also offers guided tours.
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This is what we like to call the perfect summer day in Wind River Country.

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Combine history and modern-day culture at the Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow, June 19-21. Held in Fort Washakie, the event includes a parade, hand game tournament, drum contest, Indian rodeo and relay races and Grand Entries. 

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Plan a trip to Lander and Lander Brewfest to enjoy 80+ beers made all across the Mountain West on June 12-13. We hope to see you there - cheers! 

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Spring storms and lush landscapes. 

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