THE GREY REEF: 1500 CFS The Reef is fishing well, even with the moss in the system. Anglers have been having success nymphing and throwing dries at fish rising to tricos in the morning and caddis in the evening. There are also some fall baetis around. Those anglers that have been nymphing are catching fish… Continue reading Grey Reef Fishing Report September 5th, 2025
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Category: Crazy-Rainbow
St. Croix is Here!
St. Croix rods are here… For 75 years St. Croix Fly has been a household name in the world of fly fishing synonymous with quality, variety, and some great budget friendly options. Come on down and check them out or cast them. In stock now: (we can always special order any size or weight rod… Continue reading St. Croix is Here!
Trophy Trout Fly Fishing on Grey Reef with Blake Jackson
Join Blake Jackson on The Destination Angler’s most recent podcast episode (Ep 119). In this episode Blake talks about our world famous Grey Reef here on the North Platte. This episode is filled with a wealth of information behind our trophy water and other great stories. You will be sure to love it and hopefully… Continue reading Trophy Trout Fly Fishing on Grey Reef with Blake Jackson
White’s Caddie Shack
Ugly Bug’s very own full-time guide, Dustin White, developed this pattern after spending hundreds of days on the water, seeking the perfect fly for a caddis hatch. This exceptional caddis pattern is available in a variety of sizes, colors, and styles, ensuring you’ll catch some fish! It can be used in diverse fishing environments, from… Continue reading White’s Caddie Shack
Summer is Here!
Stop on in even on Sunday! Stop by the shop any day of the week to grab what you need to get out and catch some big fish! We are now open Monday-Friday 9:00am- 5:30pm, Saturday-Sunday 8:00am-4:00pm Check out flows for all Wyoming rivers here: Wyoming River Flows (riverreports.com) More great reads! Top… Continue reading Summer is Here!
Carping in Casper
Photo By Beau Johnston
CNFR 2024
UB Guide Andy Brust with a client caught brown
Top 5 Streamers for the North Platte River
Big flies for Big fish Simply put, large trout love a big meal. Mature trout need protein; crayfish, minnows, leeches, mice, and juvenile trout are on the menu. Trout aren’t necessarily eating strictly out of hunger alone, though. Trout will often eat a streamer just by instinctual reaction, or even as a territorial response. Anglers… Continue reading Top 5 Streamers for the North Platte River
Wyoming, BLM Reach Settlement
Wyoming, BLM Reach Settlement The Office of the Governor of Wyoming released a statement regarding the BLM’s motion to remand and reevaluate its decision regarding the Marton Ranch Aquisition. “BLM to do Public Comment Period and More State Consultation on Marton Ranch Acquisition” A copy of the statement made by Gov. Gordon’s office may be… Continue reading Wyoming, BLM Reach Settlement
North Platte River Fishing Report (Grey Reef, Fremont Canyon, Miracle Mile) 10/04/22
North Platte River Fishing Report (Grey Reef, Fremont Canyon, Miracle Mile) 10/04/22 Grey Reef: Flows- 500 CFS Fishing Report- October is here! With temperatures cooling down, streamer and dry fly fishing is at its best! You will not want to miss out on this time of year. In terms of streamers, the Articulated Goldie and… Continue reading North Platte River Fishing Report (Grey Reef, Fremont Canyon, Miracle Mile) 10/04/22