Ladies, how about that hard to buy for guy in your life? Look no further- we have what you need! Let us guide you to the latest and greatest products in fly fishing. RIVERSMITH ROD CARRIER: Does the fly fisher in your life have a rod vault to safely store and transport fly rods?… Continue reading THE UGLY BUG FLY SHOP’S GUIDE TO HOLIDAY SHOPPING (FOR HIM)
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Category: Crazy-Rainbow
HIS GUIDE TO HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING
Let the Ugly Bug Fly Shop take the guesswork out of holiday shopping! With so many must haves, you can’t go wrong shopping here for your favorite lady angler. Below is a list of recommended items we think could set this holiday apart from the same old boring gifts she always receives. ***The product pictures… Continue reading HIS GUIDE TO HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY AT THE UGLY BUG FLY SHOP
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Small Business Saturday is the one day each year that special attention is placed on supporting small businesses across America. When customers shop small and local, most of that money stays within the community. This is huge considering the loss of revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic. What do you get when you… Continue reading SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY AT THE UGLY BUG FLY SHOP
TOP RATED COLD WEATHER GEAR FOR FLY FISHING
TOP RATED COLD WEATHER GEAR Fly Fishing on the North Platte requires functional clothing for the array of weather that our climate brings. It is not uncommon to see rain, snow, and sunshine all in a day. When you have the right gear, weather is never an issue. So what is the right gear and… Continue reading TOP RATED COLD WEATHER GEAR FOR FLY FISHING
GREY REEF FISHING REPORT
GREY REEF FISHING REPORT It is officially “off season” for Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing. Are you looking for less traffic on the river? How about discounted guided fly fishing or discounted lodging options? Chasing trophy brown trout, maybe? That is what we do in the fall! Fremont Canyon: Such a beautiful place to fish any… Continue reading GREY REEF FISHING REPORT
MIRACLE MILE FISHING REPORT
MIRACLE MILE Miracle Mile. The Miracle Mile is fishing better with each day and we have the most up-to-date fishing report. Flows are hovering just below 550cfs and the Mile is primed for successful fishing. Ready to go try your luck? Think in terms of eggs, midges, bead headed pheasant tails, and fish those inside… Continue reading MIRACLE MILE FISHING REPORT
FALL SNOWSTORM UPON US IN CENTRAL WYOMING
FALL SNOWSTORM UPON US Cooler temps and and a little wet snow has arrived in Central Wyoming. Yes! fall is officially here. We still have plenty of good fishing season left so don’t hesitate to call the shop about fishing conditions and and the best gear to help make you comfortable anytime of year. Check… Continue reading FALL SNOWSTORM UPON US IN CENTRAL WYOMING
BOLIVIA BOUND
BOLIVIA BOUND Bolivia Bound. Meanwhile, those of us in Casper fish through another fall snow storm. I think Blake, Sara, Rex, and Denny had it right by trekking south of the equator to fish. Golden Dorado is what they are chasing and from the looks of these photos they’ve been successful… Often, as anglers,… Continue reading BOLIVIA BOUND
QUINTESSENTIAL NORTH PLATTE FISHING PICTURE
QUINTESSENTIAL NORTH PLATTE FISHING PICTURE When a picture is worth a thousand words… The epitome of fall fishing on the famous North Platte River in Casper, Wyoming is landing the elusive brown trout. Client Andy Hart has done just that. But why stop with the fish? The backdrop is just as beautiful with the leaves… Continue reading QUINTESSENTIAL NORTH PLATTE FISHING PICTURE
LAURIE STROOPE
Laurie was born and raised in Waxahachie, Texas. She has resided in Casper for the past 23 years. Laurie and her husband Jim have three daughters and six grandchildren. She has a great passion for cooking, customer service, and the great state of Wyoming. Laurie is our Lodge Manager and helps make your stay at… Continue reading LAURIE STROOPE