Wildlife and fishing

I've been fishing Button Rock for 15+ years and the impact of the flood has been facinating to watch.  Yes, the fishing hasn't been as good, but that is nature and we can't control it.  What has been wonderful to see is the positive impact of fewer people in the back reaches of the preserve.  On a recent trip I saw way may deer, elk, and mountain lion sign.  I'm glad to see the animals getting some relief.

Also, I'll note that bug life is returning to the river...I saw lots of midges and one big stone fly.  Both are signs of a healthy river!  Now we just need a couple of decades of run-off to move the gravel around for the fish.

I love this preserve and the rangers are the BEST....keep up the great work.  Oh yeah, don't let bikes in, sorry.  More traffic will not be good for the wildlife.