The Casper Game and Fish has reported that Jessica’s pond is closed until further notice. The recent closure is due to the discovery of New Zealand mudsnails- an invasive species. The closure is precautionary due to the pond’s proximity to Speas Fish Hatchery. What is a New Zealand Mudsnail? Knew Zealand mudsnails are small… Continue reading Jessica’s Pond Closure
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Category: Wyoming Fishing News
Fall Dry Drop Rig
The North Platte, the “Reef” for short (at least our home waters of the Platte) are synonymous around these parts for some great fishing. Great numbers and some dandies call this section home. Visions of big browns, rainbows and even the cutthroat are big. For those that fish here, normally visons of indicator rigs and… Continue reading Fall Dry Drop Rig
Fall Fishing Pep Talk
Fall is rolling in and that means a couple things out here. One, winter is coming, so soak up every nice day you can and get out there and fish, hunt, hike, bike, camp, or whatever outdoor activity turns your crank. Second, if your go to technique is not throwing streamers and wearing out your… Continue reading Fall Fishing Pep Talk
Grey Reef Fishing Report September 5th, 2025
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
July Check-in
July in Wyoming is about as good as it gets to be a trout bum. Our local watershed, the North Platte is fishing well. Summer weather is in full stride and winter is long forgotten and far enough in the future to not even worry about. It is fantastic. Add in rodeos, music, camping and… Continue reading July Check-in
April Fishing Report 04/21/2025
Grey Reef and Miracle Mile The Reef was bumped this week to 2000 CFS. The Mile went to 1200 CFS. The fishing has remained consistently good. Heavy on the rock worms, San Juans, squirmies, and leeches. Blue Wing Olives are showing up, mixing these in with the worms/ leeches has been the go to. Some… Continue reading April Fishing Report 04/21/2025
GREY REEF SPRING FLUSH 2025
The 2025 Spring Flush has been scheduled by the Bureau of Reclamation at the request of the Wyoming Game and Fish. The Flush will be taking place March 17th through March 26th. Water levels will even out come the morning of the 27th. Each day, flows from the Grey Reef will stairstep up and down… Continue reading GREY REEF SPRING FLUSH 2025
The Great Bug Battle 2025
The Ugly Bug is excited for yet another year of The Great Bug Battle! We will be hosting our Bug Battle on Friday, March 28th at 7 PM. This event is an absolute hoot, and we are excited for another great turnout! This Iron Chef inspired tying event is a fly tying throw down.… Continue reading The Great Bug Battle 2025
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025
The Fly Fishing Film Tour is back! We are excited to announce we will be hosting a screening of the F3T at Frontier Brewing! The film will take place on March 22nd at 7 PM. If you buy your tickets at he Ugly Bug, you also get an invite to our pre-show VIP party as… Continue reading Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025
Tie One On: Half Way There!
We are about half way through our winter fly tying series: Tie One On Tuesdays. The UBCR Crew is feeling inspired by the Casper community and the incredible turnout at our events. It is amazing getting to see everyone come together to bond over fly tying- whether they’re seasoned pros or newcomers to the craft.… Continue reading Tie One On: Half Way There!