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Since 1983 The Ugly Bug has supplied the fly-fishers in Wyoming and around the country with the best in gear and advice. Crazy Rainbow offers fly fishing, lodging, and wing shooting through the Ugly Bug Fly Shop!
Let's take a ride out to the Miracle Mile
uglybugflyshopNovember 13, 202500:01:22

Let's take a ride out to the Miracle Mile

Blake and Cici take a trip out to the Miracle Mile to discuss the implications of the Seminoe Pumped Storarge project. "The Mile" is a world class fishery, home to the only disease free Bighorn Sheep population in Wyoming, Sage Grouse, Mule Deer and so much more. This project threatens our public la...

How to Send a Letter to FERC
uglybugflyshopNovember 07, 202500:03:08

How to Send a Letter to FERC

Sending a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is the best chance we have to stop the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project. They don't make it easy on us though. Follow these directions and send your letter in opposition today. For more information please visit www.friendsofthenorthplatte.co...

SAVE THE MIRACLE MILE!
uglybugflyshopMarch 13, 202500:02:13

SAVE THE MIRACLE MILE!

The proposed Pump Storage Project threatens the beauty and wildlife of the Miracle Mile. The passing of the project would interfere with delicate balance of the ecosystem, specifically in the way of water temperatures and sediment in the system. The Miracle Mile isn’t just beautiful – it’s one of th...

JR's Flashback Emerger Tutorial
uglybugflyshopMay 16, 202400:11:00

JR's Flashback Emerger Tutorial

In this video, the Ugly Bug's very own John Robitaille teaches how to tie his JR's Flashback Emerger. This highly effective pattern was designed for western waters, but will fish well anywhere east and west.

Macgruber Tying Video
uglybugflyshopApril 10, 202400:07:16

Macgruber Tying Video

The Macgruber is easily one of the most versatile patterns on the North Platte, mimicking everything from various mayflies to midges. Check out this tying tutorial as Blake Jackson explains how to tie his iconic pattern.

Echo Lago Review
uglybugflyshopMarch 14, 202400:01:35

Echo Lago Review

Conventional fly rods are a poor substitute for a precisely developed lake rod. These new rods were designed to get anglers fishing more effectively and efficiently in lakes of all sizes.

Dry Fly Fishing the North Platte with Tyler Soulek
uglybugflyshopMarch 05, 202400:26:38

Dry Fly Fishing the North Platte with Tyler Soulek

In this week's episode Blake chats with veteran guide Tyler Soulek about dry fly fishing on the North Platte. Check it out!

Echo Prime 4 Review
uglybugflyshopFebruary 29, 202400:01:55

Echo Prime 4 Review

The ideal saltwater rod is one that will help you hit your target with the minimum number of false casts. When targeting flats fish, things happen quickly and usually in the 40 to 60 foot “kill zone.” Everything about an ECHO PRIME rod has been optimized to help you succeed in the zone.

Fishpond Riverkeeper Digital Thermometer Review
uglybugflyshopFebruary 22, 202400:01:19

Fishpond Riverkeeper Digital Thermometer Review

When the difference between a lights-out day on the water and a hike in the woods comes down to water temperature, the accuracy of your thermometer is crucial. Compact and easy to handle, the Riverkeeper Thermometer is the only IPX7 submersible-rated digital thermometer designed by and for fly angle...