Cortland came to play! Though we have always carried (and been fans of) Cortland’s Ultra Premium tippet for awhile now, we couldn’t deny it any longer- it was time to expand our Cortland selection. These guy have been in the biz since 1915. And boy do they know a thing or two about great product.… Continue reading NEW TO THE SHOP: Cortland Line Company
Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming
Category: Wyoming Fishing News
2026 REGULATION CHANGES
New year, new regulation! As of January first, some new regulation has gone into affect on the Miracle Mile, Grey Reef, and Fremont Canyon. There is also a new spawning closure on the Reef. Miracle Mile, Gray Reef, and Fremont Canyon Regulation Changes All hooks must be single point, barbless. This goes for all 3… Continue reading 2026 REGULATION CHANGES
Camo at the Capitol
Hey folks. In light of the recent Seminoe Project (SPSP), we know the community has been working hard to oppose this project. With this, there has been interest as to how our voices can be best heard. Camo at the Capitol event is a good way to learn more about the process and how to make your voice most effective. … Continue reading Camo at the Capitol
NEW TO THE SHOP: Sitka Fishing!
We are super excited to be bringing in Sitka and their fishing specific line. Sitka is synonymous with high quality; tough and innovative, field proven features built into their offerings. There are limited dealers. The fact that the Bug is one of them, makes it even more special to get our hands on them. We just received… Continue reading NEW TO THE SHOP: Sitka Fishing!
Seminoe Pumped Storage Project: Another Comment Opportunity
As we await next moves from FERC, there is another open comment period on the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project through the Department of Environmental Quality. This comment period is open now through February 2nd. This comment only pertains to effects on water quality and the fishery. rPlus is working on their next step- receiving a… Continue reading Seminoe Pumped Storage Project: Another Comment Opportunity
Tie-One-On Tuesdays are back!
The long anticipated TIE-ONE-ON Tuesdays are back! Join us at Bull Horn Brewing for drinks, fly tying and fun starting January 6th. Beginner and advanced tiers are welcome. For those of you who are just getting started, we will have tables set aside for instruction. Those of you who tie often and just want out… Continue reading Tie-One-On Tuesdays are back!
Fly Fishing Gift Ideas
Need some help with ideas for that special fly fisher person on your list? These are straight from the horse’s mouth from the staff at the Bug on what they would like to see under the tree or in their stockings. That is IF they made it on the nice list. Blake’s Pick Without any… Continue reading Fly Fishing Gift Ideas
Save the Miracle Mile
Calling all anglers, hunters, guides, outfitters, businesses, elected officials, and community members in Casper, Rawlins and Beyond! Make a comment to FERC: https://www.ferc.gov/how-file-comment Contact Wyoming’s Senators and Legislators: –Senator John Barrasso –Senator Cynthia Lummis –Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Contact Wyoming Governor –Governor Mark Gordon The Ugly Bug will be hosting an Open House on Wednesday, November… Continue reading Save the Miracle Mile
What the Heck is a Pseudocloeon?
A Breakdown of Fall Mayflies on the North Platte River It’s fall on the mighty North Platte. The weather is beginning to cool off and the frustratingly tiny mayflies of this season are beginning to emerge. As you work up a slick tailout you see heads breaking the glassy surface, gently sipping duns with their… Continue reading What the Heck is a Pseudocloeon?
AI- is it useful in the Fly Fishing Sphere?
Wyoming Game and Fish recently posted an article urging sportsmen to use caution when using AI sources to generate information on hunting and fishing related queries. We have had questions whether or not AI can be helpful in the world of fly fishing. Here is our take. In this new world of AI, possibilities can… Continue reading AI- is it useful in the Fly Fishing Sphere?