Spring fishing on the North Platte has been solid, with the Reef continuing to fish especially well. Multiple sections of the river have been productive, and it’s been a fun stretch of spring conditions out there. Flows are currently around 500 CFS, and the river is definitely starting to get “buggy.” We’ve been seeing good… Continue reading FISHING REPORT 05/08/2026
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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!
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
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
Fishing Report 6/29/25
Grey Reef and Miracle Mile The Reef bumped again, and were sitting at about 2300 CFS. This makes it a little tougher to walk and wade, luckily fish are sitting closer to the banks, so no need to get in chest deep. The Miracle Mile is sitting at 1530 CFS which are great flows for… Continue reading Fishing Report 6/29/25
June 8th Fishing Report
Things are looking good here in Wyoming! Weather is changing for the better, our fish are happy, and so are we. Flows The Grey Reef is sitting at about 1500 CFS so perfect to wade or float. The Miracle Mile is sitting at 2000 CFS, and Fremont at it’s standard 80. Bugs PMD’s are fishing… Continue reading June 8th Fishing Report
Quick Report 11/06/2024
It’s beggining to feel like winter fishing! Cool temperatures, low water levels, and a few light dustings of snow has us eager to be out on the water. For those of you who don’t mind a little cold weather fishing, this is the perfect time to take advantage of great fishing for great prices. We… Continue reading Quick Report 11/06/2024
Fishing Report 10/16/2024
The weather is cooling down and the fishing is heating up. It is no secret we love ourselves some fall fishing. Given the warmer temperatures we have been experiencing, we have been sticking to the tried and true nymph rig around here. Caddis, tricos, leeches, and worms have been the go to recipe. On that… Continue reading Fishing Report 10/16/2024
Fishing Report 10/02/2024
Here at the Ugly Bug Fly Shop, we love the fall shoulder season. The Grey Reef has been fishing well. This time of year, we enjoy mid to low sections on the Reef- specifically below Government Bridge and through town. Flows are sitting at 500 CFS and will stay there until spring, making it easily… Continue reading Fishing Report 10/02/2024
UGLY BUGS AND CRAZY LADIES 2024 SEASON RECAP!
We have wrapped up our 2024 Ugly Bugs and Crazy Ladies courses, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with how many wonderful women we got to meet this year. We can’t believe the 2024 UBCL courses have come to an end! This was our 5th year of offering women’s specific fly fishing classes, in… Continue reading UGLY BUGS AND CRAZY LADIES 2024 SEASON RECAP!