Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming

“LAST MINUTE WATERFOWL” ON THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER

The end of waterfowl season is drawing to an end. However it’s not too late to book your hunt. With the cold temperatures north of Wyoming causing a hard freeze on the water, there is quite an abundance of birds. Birds range from big Canadian Geese to smaller black and white Goldeneye and all the… Continue reading “LAST MINUTE WATERFOWL” ON THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER

UGLY BUG FLY SHOP WAS AT TH FLY FISHING SHOW IN DENVER COLORADO

Just finished up at the Fly Fishing Show down in Denver this last weekend.  Unfortunately we had not been to this show in a while due to the fact that in previous years both this show and the ISE show coincided on the same weekend. It was a great turnout with lots of people everyday… Continue reading UGLY BUG FLY SHOP WAS AT TH FLY FISHING SHOW IN DENVER COLORADO

HAPPY VETERAN’S DAY

THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER ON A FALL DAY

Happy Veteran’s Day! The Ugly Bug Fly Shop and Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing would like to humbly thank all of those who have served and serve this great nation. We hope all of you are surrounded with the gratitude you deserve. Today is for you!

FALL IS FAST APPROACHING

August is going to be gone before we know it. Don’t worry though, there is still time to take advantage of Summer float. Parents! What a great opportunity to get out for one more excursion and share some quality time on the water with your kids? With the cooler temps that have graced us, have… Continue reading FALL IS FAST APPROACHING

NEW NAUTILUS X FRAME REELS & FISHING UPDATE

Fishing Update: Fishing the North Platte this time of year typically means fighting with a little bit of moss. However, the recent plunge in temperatures last week killed off some of the moss making the fishing more enjoyable. This week’s forecast is back in the 80’s and 90’s which is indicative that there is still more… Continue reading NEW NAUTILUS X FRAME REELS & FISHING UPDATE

STAR-TRIBUNE ARTICLE: NONPROFIT CONNECTS VETERANS IN HUNTING AND FISHING MENTORING PROGRAM

Warriors Afield Legacy Foundation

Here is great article from, Ike Fredregill Star-Tribune correspondent about the Warriors Afield Legacy Foundation fishing with us this Spring: “The report of six shotguns cracked, intermittently shattering Crazy Rainbow Lodge’s quiet atmosphere 18 miles southwest of Casper. A dozen clay pigeons exploded mid-flight. A dozen more lay broken and forgotten in the dead, dry… Continue reading STAR-TRIBUNE ARTICLE: NONPROFIT CONNECTS VETERANS IN HUNTING AND FISHING MENTORING PROGRAM

RECLAMATION EXPECTS HIGH WATER LEVELS IN THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER SYSTEM THIS SUMMER

MILLS, Wyo. – The Bureau of Reclamation expects higher than normal flows and reservoir levels on the North Platte River System this summer. This is due to recent widespread precipitation, coupled with above average snowpack and already well above average water levels in the reservoirs. “Reclamation is continuing to take steps to make room for… Continue reading RECLAMATION EXPECTS HIGH WATER LEVELS IN THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER SYSTEM THIS SUMMER

SPEY CASTING ON THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER

Was able to get out last week with Eric Ishiwata and Connor Murphy despite the breezy conditions we had a great time.  Eric is very proficient with a 2 handed fly rod or spey rod as they are commonly referred to.  The best part about this trip was Eric took the time to walk me through… Continue reading SPEY CASTING ON THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER

NORTH PLATTE RIVER ON THE RISE!

We just received an update from the Bureau of Reclamation about or expected water flows this summer. For those of your reading this remember fish love water!!! Reclamation Expects High Water Levels in the North Platte River System This Summer MILLS, Wyo. – The Bureau of Reclamation expects higher than normal flows and reservoir levels… Continue reading NORTH PLATTE RIVER ON THE RISE!

CUSTOM ABEL REELS

We just received our shipment of Abel Reels. These are definitely not your typical run of the mill reel. These are the Super 5N Series Reel with one special detail. They feature the Iconic Bucking Horse that Wyoming is know for. These reels are absolutely amazing as all the artwork on these reels is done… Continue reading CUSTOM ABEL REELS