Crazyrainbow Fly Fishing, Casper Wyoming

WE GUIDE YEAR ROUND WITH PRIVATE ACCESS ON THE GREY REEF

WE GUIDE YEAR ROUND WITH PRIVATE ACCESS January Guiding North Platte River proves tricky for some but not for Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing. Why, you ask? Simple- we have private boat ramps allowing us an opportunity to float throughout the year. January promises ice and consecutive days of freezing temps. While this isn’t a constant… Continue reading WE GUIDE YEAR ROUND WITH PRIVATE ACCESS ON THE GREY REEF

FLY TYING BACK AT THE UGLY BUG

FLY TYING BACK AT THE BUG Don’t let this winter weather keep keep you at home. Come down to the Ugly Bug Fly Shop tonight for some fun! It is that time of year. Join the Ugly Bug Fly Shop and Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing crew for Thursday Night tying! Who: Everyone is welcome at… Continue reading FLY TYING BACK AT THE UGLY BUG

THE UGLY BUG FLY SHOP’S GUIDE TO HOLIDAY SHOPPING (FOR HIM)

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)

HIS GUIDE TO HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING

ORVIS MIRAGE REEL

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

FALL SNOWSTORM UPON US IN CENTRAL WYOMING

THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER ON A FALL DAY

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

DENNY SAUNDERS WITH A GOLDEN DORADO IN BOLIVIA

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

FALL FISHING ON THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER

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