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 In simplest terms, fish passage allows the free movement of fish upstream and downstream to access spawning areas, thermal refuge, escape predation and meet other life cycle needs by removing or providing detours around barriers such as dams. Biologists have long recognized the potential limitations imposed by man-made, riverine structures on fish communities and have seen the effects of fish loss to diversions. However, only recently has there been widespread interest and ability to address fish passage issues.
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Whirling disease-resistant rainbow trout released in North Tongue River
On July 31, 2025, approximately 2,000 Gunnison River/Hofer-cross rainbow trout were released into the North Tongue River. The fish were transported more than 650 miles the previous day from the Pitkin State Fish Hatchery in Colorado. In addition to being long-distance travelers, the fish are special due to a unique genetic trait - they are resistant to the impacts of whirling disease.
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AIS public inspector training course offered
 The training will provide the skills necessary for participants to inspect their own or other watercraft to be used in Wyoming to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species such as zebra or quagga mussels.
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Wyoming watercraft registration closing for fall
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will be closing the 2025 watercraft registrations and preparing for the 2026 season during the month of October. Watercraft registrations will resume again November 1, 2025 at Game and Fish offices and online
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Advisory board on commercial fishing approves recommendations to change regulations
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Commercial Fishing Boat Advisory Board agreed on several recommendations to approve changes to the state's proposed Chapter 71 regulations.
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