Fly Fishing Wyoming - Extended Version - 3 weeks of Truck Camping/Fishing

Here's the long video of my 3 week, off-the-grid, truck camping and fly fishing road trip thru Wyoming (Aug-3 to Aug-25ish). Lots of never before scenes and information in the longer video that would not fit in the short form vids. If you want to see more from each day/stream, the shorter videos start at part 1 and run through part 14.
I started my 9 week road trip on July 31, 2022, and spent roughly 3 weeks in WY, ID and MT. Check out all the videos from this trip in the playlist linked below:
2022 9-week road trip (WY.ID.MT) playlist:
• The Browns in this Wyo...
#fishing #camping #flyfishing

[@FlyFishDan]

That is some good stuff Drew - thanks for taking us along. The scenery is just ridiculous - so jealous of these week+ long trips!

[@LooknFishy]

Thanks Dude! The trips are super fun but I also wish I didn't live so far away that I had to leave for weeks and months at a time! Gotta find a way to get closer...life goals tho!

[@jamesdennis5699]

I realized at about 20:03 of this video that he has to travel a lot and for many hours at tines to catch just a couple fish. I should have known better. Makes me appreciate hips vidios even more. Thank you.

[@robinson8888]

Classic Drew video. Without any fuss, pulling multiple stunning fish out, any one of which would be another fly fisher's dream fish. Thanks for sharing Drew, safe travels.

[@LooknFishy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@boblangbein6785]

Drew, I have been scoping out your videos for the past year or so. Thank you for putting these together and posting them, they are a treasure to watch. My buddy and I just retired 6 weeks ago, and have coincidentally planned a 21 day truck camping trip to western Wyoming. That is what brought me to your videos. I had done about 90% of the planning, when I came across your video guide on how you plan your trips. Just about identical to how I had planned ours!!! It is amazing how between the Troutroutes app, Delorme and Google Earth, you can really zoom into what to fish. I had several streams highlighted to hit, that when I looked at them on Google Earth, found out a few of them were 2 feet wide. We will hit a variety of drainages and also the big name rivers in the western part of the state. We will steer clear of the crowds in Yellowstone and Jackson for sure. We'll do a hotel night or two in Kemmerer, Pinedale and Thermopolis but all else will be camping. I was surprised how many of the stream look to be around 8000' elevation. We have already delayed the trip 3 weeks due to the large runoff this year. I appreciate the time you had to have put in to produce all of these videos, that we enjoy watching. BTW, are you sponsored by Orvis ? You look to be a big fan of their gear!!!! LOL! I still don't know how the hell you sold your wife on a 9 week fishing trip???? You must have been an excellent salesman at some point in your life . . . I can only assume you two are going on a couple of round the world cruises next year for payback. Thank you again.

[@jamesdennis5699]

Since a major injury to my back I can no longer do this so I am living my life thru Drew. Thanks Drew. Except: clean out your truck dude. Haha

[@jamesdennis5699]

Oh, it looks like he did indeed clean out his truck. AND, the reference to the “stuff in the box I won’t show you cuz some people freak out…” is probably a pistol. Smart Drew, you never know! The only difference is I always carried mine on me since I found 2 guys going thru my camper upon my return from fishing one day. Again, you never know.

[@bmceowen2]

Love how browns often hang out after a release and seem to sulk :) nice recap of Wyoming!

[@LooknFishy]

Yea I think their like, well since he didn't eat me, guess I don't need to rush off lol!

[@andronomisneltron3231]

That's one incredible wife you've got. Even living in Utah, my ex would freak out if I was gone longer than 8 hours. If it's paying bills, though, much power to you and your family. Love your stuff.

[@curtisgallagher]

You gave a guy from Colorado another reason to explore Wyoming!

[@dmdale3598]

Big fish, beautiful scenery, camping, no people

[@billliddle5749]

WOW!!! I've never seen you cook & eat you own trout! I'm impressed Mr Drew!

[@BlackRail33]

I love the relaxed vibe of these due to the gorgeous driving scenes and extended camp/explanation/life stuff.

[@LooknFishy]

That's what it's about...good vibes and chill!

[@morethantheeyesees]

So jealous! You produce excellent videos in awesome locations! I used to live in Saint Maries, Idaho back in the late 50s and early 60s and had many awesome fly fishing adventures. So many great memories! Sadly, my flyfishing days are over but can’t take those memories! Thank you Dad!

[@ripdoozer]

Awesome. Cant wait to watch. You are the best fly channel on YT. Also.....First.

[@LooknFishy]

Wow, thanks! Definitely appreciated!

[@billschlafer]

Great stuff. So nice to have these videos to watch over the winter. Really getting me in the mood for spring! Thanks Drew.

[@LooknFishy]

Glad you enjoy it and I'm editing the new stuff now! Should have enough vids to cover the winter no problem!

[@imrich884]

The guns. The guns are like fight club. And the first rule of fight club is, you never talk about fight club.

[@heppisaxm8316]

Super mister,magnific creek,super clear water. Tank for posting.

[@LooknFishy]

Thank u much !

[@3KAlexander]

Never knew Wyoming was so beautiful and so fishy. Thanks for the tour. 🙂

[@fishduckdog]

Beautiful Cuts! Thanks for sharing!

[@jhubert22]

Cool stuff Drew, thanks for sharing.

[@scottnock5241]

Love the recap Drew!!!! Again you are so fortunate to be able to see that and fish all of that on so many fronts!!! Keep em coming!!

[@LooknFishy]

No doubt!

[@jotajoselook]

What a great compilation of videos!!! I I remember some parts I have watched before, amazing quality of fishing videos!! Than you!!!

[@mattkeikkala726]

Great montage Drew, I really appreciate the time & effort you put into sharing these adventures! I am combing through my maps planning on chasing blue lines and calling local game officials to pre-scout. Thanks!

[@kennydean4083]

Enjoy watching your videos while getting ready for my trip to Montana and Wyoming in July

[@jakeritchel]

The 🐐! Love the long format, thanks Drew! Always look forward to your videos

[@LooknFishy]

More to come!

[@C.Simm2024]

Thanks Drew. Great content as always. I do envy your trips.

[@LooknFishy]

Glad you like them, its been a good time!

[@mikecoughlin5419]

Again Drew, I can tell by the cutthroat subspecies the general area in Wyoming where you're fishing. I appreciate the more 'open' landscape as compared to the dense forests of your Idaho locations (more like the Pacific NW). But catching cutthroats anywhere is great fun!

[@jimgollach6202]

Really enjoyed watching again, like I always say, it never gets old. Tight lines. 👍

[@LooknFishy]

It does not!

[@jimrockford2947]

I've always wanted to fly fish Wyoming. Thanks for the great video!!

[@LooknFishy]

3rd summer to visit Wyoming and it never disappoints!

[@bobmcglone6676]

So glad to find your fishing trips. I am jealous. You have piqued my interest in fly fishing once again. I used to do it regularly but its been a while. This summer I am heading to the Bighorns of Wyoming. Thanks for your great pictures.

[@samstauder5844]

God it sucks I barely got any places to fly fish right now. Everything is under ice. Been having some buddies take me out ice fishing though. But I long for the days where I hike to the middle of nowhere and enjoy the weather, the scenery, and the fishing.

[@LooknFishy]

Good times coming tho!

[@thecuriousvida]

This is absolutely amazing Drew! I live in Wyoming and now I have to ask my wife for 3 weeks off from the kids so I can go do this myself 🤣🤣🤣🤠✌Wish me luck!🤞

[@forwardobserver6441]

Great video! Hopefully God willing in about 3 years when I retire I’ll get to do the same trips! I took flyfishing as a joke till the first trip and it’s been all I think of for the last few years. I was always a inshore and offshore fisherman down here in Dixie - I’m ready to see some mountain streams and miles of wilderness

[@hillbillysportsman5818]

I love the stuff you said drive everybody else crazy!

[@LooknFishy]

Yea, even been shadow banned a couple times just b/c it showed up in a video while I was fishing. Just social media these days.

[@PaulRowan]

Oh boy, whoowa! That is a heck view and good trek you got there. My kind of solitude and fly fishing style... Your on to it and in to it Drew, well done!

[@LooknFishy]

Thank u, definitely what I look forward to all winter!

[@michaelcapurso]

Amazing!!

[@LooknFishy]

Thanks!!

[@jaynesjunction]

Great fishing and exploring new areas... great attitude despite some (people) setting up camp next to you. Thanks for putting the dates in the comments to show how fishing was during certain times of the year.

[@LooknFishy]

Thank you! Definitely a crazy experience.

[@joespencer2732]

Love the Colorado!

[@dalespencer803]

Jealousy gets me no where except eager to venture out and go to Colorado and Wyoming. Wonderful videos and sharing of your adventures. What’s next…a book?

[@DGaydon]

Great edit Drew! I gotta get my butt up there this year!

[@LooknFishy]

Many thanks, I say that every year right about now lol!

[@gulfcoastoverland6757]

Oh shit! I see how you’re sneaking in the overlanding and trail runs! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@LooknFishy]

Haha, overlanding is the only way I can afford to live out there for 9 weeks!

[@gulfcoastoverland6757]

@@LooknFishy money can’t buy those views! Trail views are the best kept secrets! Keep going my friend, loving the new rig as well

[@briljantje9583]

Nice brownies, Drew. And another great video!

[@briljantje9583]

And living the good life, pal. Thums up 👍

[@LooknFishy]

Thanks a bunch!

[@RandallW20]

“Things we won’t talk about cause people lose their minds when you do” 😂😂😂 I love your channel man. You are no nonsense yet entertaining. Really I don’t watch many fishing channels as I never find them that entertaining. But yours is great as it includes more than fishing. You tend to travel, explore fish and camp like I do. Even have fished some of the same water in NM & CO. I just wish I could spend the amount of time you do out there. But for now I’ll take my 1-3 weeks a year over nothing. BTW, can you tell me about your drop mount for fuel and water? And how do you like it? Any complaints?

[@LooknFishy]

Thanks man, definitely appreciated! The holder is a diy, trailer basket carrier...for coolers etc. I just didn't add the basket and attached 2 jerry can holders. No complaints at all and got 28k miles on the system now.

[@thecuriousvida]

Hey Drew when you come up on a spot that is blown out or stained from rain do you just completely skip it or try anything at all? Do you ever try any spinning tackle for something like that or just move on to a spot that isn't blown out? Thanks Chadd

[@SteveSmith-ly3ih]

That’s the good life ❤

[@LooknFishy]

Can't complain!

[@peirules154]

That’s what the fishing community is al about! Reach out to friends and get the 411 on where’s the fishable water!

[@LooknFishy]

100%

[@dxradioman6351]

You might think about a Rumble channel for things with handles that "people lose their mind over". Great video!

[@LooknFishy]

Might need to do that!

[@dxradioman6351]

@@LooknFishy I sure would be interested and I think others would also. I believe I have the same setup as you from what I could pick up from you last year. Would like to know your thoughts on it sometime. Others on YT are doing the same thing in these related subjects.

[@David_Griggs]

Love your stuff.....I was lucky to be able to enjoy good fishing out west as a kid....hoping to get back to it some day. My father was from Montana. He was always petrified of bumping into snakes....The country you clamber mourned in on a regular basis looks like it would harbor a rattler or two....Just wondering if you ever encounter any snakes? And poison ivy.....seemed like it was all over the streams dad and I used to visit. Yet I never notice any in your posts. Oh, and I really liked that you cooked up a plate of brookies, I'll bet they were really yummy.

[@dougjinks5296]

Been watching your vids for awhile now. Must be nice to be independently wealthy (assumed) and have a wife that lets you go off and play in the rivers and creeks for 9 weeks. You da man!

[@LooknFishy]

Hear that often but it's actually the exact opposite. Had a video on here once with my life story but decided I wasn't all that comfortable with it being out there. My channel description has more info but the short story is I grew up poor, living in the ghetto. Almost didn't graduate high school. Enlisted in the Navy, used my GI Bill to obtain my accounting degree in 2005 and then my wife and I decided we didn't like how we were living. In 2007, we moved back to our home state and changed how we live. We chase the experience rather than the possession. It's taken years to get to this point but I wouldn't change a thing!

[@dougjinks5296]

@@LooknFishy Hey Drew, appreciate the reply. Sounds like you and your wife did a Dave Ramsey Financial Peace course at some point. My wife and I have taught a dozen of those classes over the years. I did read the 'About" a while back and understood the move. Maybe just some jealousy/envy on my part coming through. Still have a couple of years before retiring (last child-daugther- just started college this past fall). Fished the tailwaters of Table Rock Lake in Branson in early December...fish were swimming at my feet. Crazy (of course, had nothing to do with the fact a hatchery was right there). Cheers from Nashville.

[@rickkinney1249]

have you ever come across a bear while fishing? idaho, montana, colorado, wyoming are noted for bears around small streams-----good videos rick

[@ericstoermer7985]

I was wondering if you ever ate any of the fish you catch. Very nice. Love FRESH trout.

[@Clarksadv]

This video was awesome. How do you find these places, off road trails and excellent fishing

[@axelschug3451]

Hey that’s my camp 😂! Awesome sunrise huh? Gotta love those big Bonnie’s on the Wherezat 😅! Had a dead battery there years back, so my marine son humped it over the ridge to flag down a BLM worker to give us a jump. I shoulda paid them both $100 for the help.

[@Mtn-Fly]

Awesome video man! Just came across your channel and subscribed. What do you do to allow you to go on all these trips? This is my dream

[@peirules154]

Brown trout country!!

[@LooknFishy]

Definitely!

[@FoxFlyFishing]

Hi Drew, what canopy do you like to use for camping? Thanks mate, love the content. I think I will get a 10 or 11 ft rod after watching your dropper/nymph game, makes mending so much easier!

[@jamesjacobson3966]

Awesome trip! Does plan B ever possibly include fishing a lake? Granted Wy/MT/ID is a stream fishing destination but at least you don’t have to worry about it “blowing out”

[@LooknFishy]

It does. I've hiked into several before I started my youtube channel and will get back to those one day. I just like the changing views a stream offers.

[@jeremiahhedeen3879]

Wish I could tell my wife..." hey babe I'm gonna go fishing ill be back in 9 weeks or October 31st" do you mind? Lucky man you are!!

[@LooknFishy]

No doubt!

[@erikbertaud8327]

Rad cutties Dude!!! That's driving distance for my brother & I. Mighty tempting. Do you ever follow a hatch? I mean... we grew up fishing a trout stream in the Sierra foothills that hatch, no hatch, it didn't matter. You were filling a stringer. Just curious though.

[@LooknFishy]

Thanks dude, nope I just find blue lines and go when I have time!

[@scottmacdonald9269]

Another great video. What is the cover from the back of the truck you are using? Looks like it works great. Thanks again and tight lines.

[@LooknFishy]

It's the rainfly for my hammock. Unfortunately it was damaged at the beginning of this trip so I'm considering a roof top canopy now

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

damn! id take 100 to find a new spot haha!

[@LooknFishy]

yup I was leaving regardless bc I can't leave my truck unattended now...so cash was nice!

[@RJ-0301]

Man Drew... I retired and we built our new home out here in WY (wife grew up on West side of Bighorns). We live a few miles South of Buffalo. I am fascinated with Bighorn sheep (and fly fishing, lol). In one of your vids, you were headed out of Sheridan and came across a heard of Bighorn sheep. I know of none around here, but would love to be able to find those to set up and take pics. Is there a way to p.m. you?

[@blakepumphrey8782]

Great video Drew. How much fishing pressure do you encounter. You seem to be the only person within miles in your vids.

[@LooknFishy]

Many times, I am which is why I try to find the streams that require 4x4, clearance or a stream crossing. Otherwise, there's a chance 3 dudes will set up camp beside you lol!

[@David_Griggs]

I am curious, It seems most of the streams you fish are populated with cutthroat and browns....and even saw you keep a nice mess of brookies for supper. I was just wondering about other fish species: any rainbows, mountain whitefish, bull trout, dolly varden, or grayling? Do you specifically target cutthroat?

[@christopherm.gosselin3432]

Hey my friend... My son and I are planning a trip like yours in late August 2023. Driving from Maine to Wyoming... can you share any stream location strategies?? Thank you so much!!!!

[@ryantherock7664]

Hey Drew great video.Any plans for a new fly rod for 2023?

[@LooknFishy]

I really liked the Scott my buddy in NC let me use when I was there in the spring but nothing planned. Mostly save all my $$ for travel expenses that get me an experience!

[@briljantje9583]

Hi Drew, I re-viewed your video. You are pretty well organised. But you travel alone. Never been afraid of getting robbed?

[@liamkingsbury7438]

What rod is your 7 & 1/2 3 weight? I’ve been looking for a good 3 weight rod and wondering what you use. Thanks!

[@GarrettThornburg]

Your GoPro hat setup looks awesome. Doesn’t look like you use a hat clip. How do you keep it on your hat?

[@LooknFishy]

I use an insert from actionhat been really happy with it. It's a mount that works on any hat you want to put a couple holes thru to attach the gopro.

[@markrutledge564]

What's wondering what set up? Are you using new to fly fishing so just curious?

[@dougnorris2955]

Hi Drew following you. I’ve spent a lot of time out west fly fishing. This year i have off the month of September. Heading out there taking my Aliner just looking for prep info not fishing sites. I’m good on that. Just food, water, fuel and daily needs info

[@LooknFishy]

Cool, I've tried to include some of that in the series!

[@michaelholley2976]

What’s your favorite state to fish between Idaho, Montana and Wyoming

[@w.driftinflies]

What water filtration bottle do you use?

[@NWMT]

Very nice. Please give us the negotiating secret you employed with your spouse/family to allow you to be out on such a trip for over two months across three nice western states, away from home. THAT is the fish story here.

[@creedm3040]

Can you lock the truck top from the inside or do leave it open and pull it closed?

[@LooknFishy]

The topper locks from outside so I use the strap to lock me in at night. The tailgate locks with the kiosk.

[@highc6866]

Was that truck a ford ranger?

[@Timothy-lb2vr]

Do you carry a pistol or other firearm for self protection ??

[@Chris-mx4jb]

gorgeous cutthroat at the 12 minute mark

[@FlyFishDan]

Oh, btw...the Thermacell is the best mosquito repellent device ever created...even kept the Alaska bugs off me and NO DEET nastiness!

[@LooknFishy]

I've heard that before but not by anyone out west...will definitely give it a look!

[@RJ-0301]

Gotta do the mod for high altitude or they won't be effective. We learned the hard way at 10K in Wyoming, lol. You can google the mod.

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

This would be a dream. My wife wouldnt let me do this which makes me sad.

[@LooknFishy]

Haha I hear ya...not something many would I imagine!

[@kevinboyer6249]

I did a 60 day fishing trip to Montana last summer (2022). I used to live there for 9 years. My wife insisted I go and do it because she understands how much I miss Montana, and how much I love flyfishing. The drive out there was long, 32 hours, but it was well worth it. My wife flew out later in my trip. In the early stages of planning my trip for this summer. 90 days this year, and a plethora of new fishing spots to fish. Life is short, do what you need to do to be happy.

[@malencid]

Do you support any conservation organizations?

[@LooknFishy]

I donate to TU. I purchase annual out of state licenses for each state I visit to support their fisheries and I buy local!

[@scotteinarj]

Where abouts are you today ..

[@jjns3991624]

Shoutout to your wife for letting you disappear for 3 months 👍

[@paulmanzone8373]

Do you bring any weapons with you, for safety, and by the, I well be so happy to get a friend like you brother

[@LooknFishy]

Haha hinted at that in the video but I do for sure!

[@alex-inthearctic6826]

13:56 has got to be the most beautiful cutthroat Ive ever seen

[@user-nm3pl8vy3w]

Your break ing the ribs on those trout you' ve caught. The film that on the side of the fish is their first line of defense from drowning...they'll all die in 30 to 45 min.

[@guyquinton2413]

Snowflakes lose their minds 🤣

[@LooknFishy]

How it goes sometimes!

[@davidroberts168]

Love Wyoming. Just bought 180 acres there.

[@sirwinston2368]

When's the kegger? 🍺🍺🍺 Send me date and GPS coordinates!

[@LooknFishy]

Definitely a cool place!