In this episode of Wandering Gypsy RV Life, host Stan Cromlish takes us back to the tiny Wyoming town of Alcova—where the trout are legendary, the rivers are crystal clear, and the town sign proudly declares, “It’s a Dam Site!”

As Stan gears up for his epic 55th birthday trip at the end of May, he reflects on last year’s unforgettable float down the North Platte River with fishing buddy Rowdy and local guide Brian. From tangling every possible line on the boat (earning the nickname Mr. Botangles) to landing slab-sized rainbows in the Grey Reef section, this trip was packed with laughs, lessons, and lots of midges.

This year, the same crew reunites—with Bertie Bea parked at The Reef Fly Shop, Cottages, and RV as home base—for another shot at Wyoming trout, campfire stories, and untangling memories.

🎣 Want to know what makes Alcova a hidden gem for fly fishing and RV life? Tune in for river stories, small-town charm, and a sneak peek at what’s to come this birthday week.

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In this episode of Wandering Gypsy RV Life, your host Stan Cromlish trades spreadsheets for sunsets as he closes out 10 years in the corporate world and hits the open road full-time in Bertie Bea, his 2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road, with Rosie, his Chevy Equinox, tagging along.

Stan reflects on his final days in the office in Dallas, kicks off the Summer RV Tour 2025, and shares a few roadside adventures—including a TV mount with an identity crisis and a windy welcome from Kit Carson, Colorado. Along the way, he sets the stage for an unforgettable birthday trip with friends on Wyoming’s North Platte River.

This episode is full of laughs, lessons from the road, and a reminder that retirement is just the beginning of a new kind of adventure.

Key Topics:

• Leaving corporate life behind
• Starting the 2025 Summer RV Tour
• RV maintenance tips (check those screws!)
• Why Chris Ledoux deserves credit for “Amarillo by Morning”
• Fishing trip plans on the Grey Reef & Miracle Mile
• Life in Kit Carson, Colorado — where the wind always blows

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🎣 Episode Summary:

In this episode of Wandering Gypsy RV Life, host Stan Cromlish shares an unforgettable day floating and fly fishing through the legendary Henry’s Fork Canyon in Eastern Idaho. Joined by good friend Jeff Roper, a well-known TV and radio personality, and guided by expert Jon Lewis from TroutHunter Outfitters, the adventure is filled with stunning scenery, unexpected encounters, and plenty of laughter.

From dodging a flotilla of inner tubers to a surprise visit from a thieving osprey mid-catch, the day was anything but ordinary. Listeners will hear about Jeff’s milestone of catching his very first trout on a fly rod, the awe-inspiring beauty of Box Canyon, and reflections on the storied history of the Henry’s Fork — one of America’s most iconic fly-fishing rivers.

After a full day on the water, the journey continues with a relaxing stay at the newly opened Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park, offering the perfect end to a truly epic day.

This episode celebrates friendship, nature, the unpredictable joy of travel, and, of course, a few great fishing stories along the way.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

✅ The backstory of chasing trout across the western U.S.

✅ Why the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River is legendary among anglers

✅ The hilarious obstacle course of inner tubers on the river

✅ An osprey’s daring trout theft — right off the fly line

✅ Jeff Roper’s first-ever trout caught on a fly rod

✅ The magic of Box Canyon’s towering cliffs and clear waters

✅ A stay at Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park and its top-tier amenities

✅ Reflections on why the best adventures are the ones you don’t plan

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🏕 Related Blog Post:

Epic Fly Fishing Adventure in Henry’s Fork Canyon

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