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Newcastle Reservoir Wiper

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I fished Newcastle Reservoir for wipers last weekend. Action was slow - I fished hard but caught only 2 wipers, 5 rainbows and 1 smallmouth. One wiper was small. The other was nice, as you can see from the photo.

July 4th Weekend
I've got to shoot photos and video in Fillmore and Delta, capturing their holiday festivities for their website, millardcountytravel.com. I would rather be out fishing.

Where to fish? I'd head into the Uintas. Fish one of the lakes accessible via automobile, or make a day hike or easy backpack to get away from the crowds.

Best Bets - Streams
- Logan River
- Blacksmith Fork
- Weber River
- Ogden River
- Provo River
- Currant Creek
- Huntington Creek
- Green River
- Numerous small streams

Best Lakes/Reservoirs
- Flaming Gorge
- Uinta Mountain Lakes
- Boulder Mountain Lakes
- Strawberry
- Fish Lake
- Bear Lake
- Rockport Reservoir
- Utah Lake
- Lake Powell
- Otter Creek
- Piute
- Steinaker
- Red Fleet
- Sand Hollow

Events

Capitol Reef Classic - 2nd Annual High Desert Bike Race, July 17-18. The Capitol Reef Classic Stage Race is an annual event that will challenge the most experienced racer and has also been designed to facilitate the transition from recreational cyclist to the world of competition. This event takes place near Bicknell, one of Utah's best-kept secrets of high desert/alpine terrain. You will enjoy moderate summer temperatures in this beautiful natural setting. Each event is designed to be exciting and challenging for your particular skill level. Phone: 435-425-3331

Wasatch Wildflower Festival, July 17-19. - Enjoy three fabulous days celebrating some of the most beautiful mountain wildflower displays in the Wasatch Mountains. The Festival will host beginner and intermediate wildflower walks for kids and adults. Festivities include live music, children's art, fabulous food, and glorious wildflowers. This event is hosted by the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation, Alta Community Enrichment and the Snowbird Renaissance Center

15th Annual Llama Fest, July 18, Spanish Fork. Everything pertaining to llamas including booths, exhibits, food, live entertainment and hands-on learning activities.
Admission: $ 3.00 adult. $ 1.00 child
Hours: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Chris Warden
Phone: 801 798-3559
Email: carudas@earthlink.net
Venue: Krishna Temple
Location: 8628 S. State Road, Spanish Fork

See our events calendar

- Good Fishing, Dave Webb

Some quality trout streams open for the season on July 11. They are closed during the spring and early summer to protect spawning cutthroat. They include the West Fork of the Duchesne River and Fish Creek and Gooseberry Creek above Scofield.

Strawberry Reservoir fishing has improved and it is now a good choice for trout fishermen. Many other lakes and reservoirs are also fishing well.

Uinta and Boulder Mountain high country is opening up quickly now. All Boulder Mountain lakes are accessible. High passes in the Uintas may still have snow and mud but all trials should be in usable condition within the next couple weeks.

In the high country, fish can be finicky. Action is usually good but can suddenly turn dead cold. If one lake is slow, just try another nearby water. In the Uintas, it may rain every afternoon and it may slow, even in mid-August.

Lake Powell will be busy this weekend, with lots of recreational boaters. Fish will be biting, particularly early and late when there is less boat traffic. If you can, boat away from the popular areas to find the best fishing. Striper boils are common now and should be particularly good on the San Juan arm and also from Hite to Good Hope. See the weekly report by Wayne Gustaveson.

Striper boils will continue to become more consistent and more productive during the next few weeks. Mid-July through August should bring excellent fishing at Powell.