New Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout Native Reel, Benefiting Trout Unlimited

Bipartisan Abandoned Mine Cleanup Bill Passes Senate Committee

The Senate Energy & Public Works Committee today passed by unanimous consent bipartisan ‘Good Samaritan’ legislation that would help clean up chronic pollution leaking from abandoned hardrock mines. The legislation will now be considered by the full Senate, where the bill is supported by 28 Senators split evenly between Republicans and Democrats.   

Register for the CTU River Conservation & Fly Fishing Camp

CTU River Conservation & Fly Fishing Camp is for youth 14 - 18 years old and we accept 20 campers each year. Campers spend a week together in the mountains near Almont, CO. This inclusive camp is a special place where teens find acceptance and make forever friendships with others who share their passion for the river, fly fishing, and conservation.

Monarch Park Ponds Restoration

Near the top of Monarch Pass, which rises to 11,312 feet, are the Monarch Park Ponds nestled among this picturesque landscape. During the summer of 2023, a restoration project quietly unfolded as a testament to the power of collaboration. This ambitious endeavor was not just about restoring lost fishing access, but also about rejuvenating an ecosystem that has faced challenges for 15 years.

The Annual CTU River Stewardship Gala

The annual CTU Gala is set for Thursday, March 7th, 2024. This year, the Gala will be moving to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Register now or contact us to learn more about sponsorships. 

2024 Troutfest Colorado

CTU is happy to announce that Troutfest Colorado 2024 will take place June 29th, 2024 at Coors Field. Troutfest is a day at the ballpark celebrating community, conservation, and education. Enjoy exhibitors, music, fly tying, youth activities, casting areas, and much more! Free and open to the public with registration. 

Featured Partner: Ripple Creek Lodge

Situated in the White River National Forest of Northwest Colorado, Ripple Creek Lodge offers adventures into the pristine Flat Tops Wilderness Area. Ripple Creek Lodge offers accommodations in comfortable cabins, guided fishing adventures, backcountry trail rides into secluded lakes and streams and unforgettable family vacations. Ripple Creek supports the work of CTU through their annual events, sponsorships and donations. Ripple Creek Lodge is honored to contribute to local projects and programs in Northwest Colorado helping to protect and support public access in the White River Basin.