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May 2023

Troutfest Colorado

Troutfest Colorado is July 8th at Coors Field! It’s a one of a kind summer festival and celebration of conservation, education, and fly fishing. Bring the entire family FREE of charge with registration and enjoy exhibitors, youth activities, interactive booths, ballpark tours and concessions, casting presentation and demo opportunities, fly tying, and much more!

In addition, CTU will be showing the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4) on the Coors Field jumbotron after the event for purchase. You don't want to miss the largest showing of IF4 in history!

You can learn more, register for free, buy VIP tickets (including IF4, BBQ, drinks, and swag in the Sandlot Brewery), or purchase IF4 tickets now through the link below.

Interested in being an exhibitor, sponsor, or volunteer? Please contact info@coloradotu.org

 
 

Watered-Down Version of Stream Restoration Bill Passes

The Colorado General Assembly passed Colorado TU’s top priority bill for 2023, SB23-270, “Projects to Restore Natural Stream Systems”. The net result is a positive step forward, but one that doesn’t yet address some critical issues for river restoration projects and potential water rights administration.

 

THE STUDIO - A Film by Trout Unlimited with support from Simms

A new film from Trout Unlimited highlighting member Scot Simmons’ path to creating a better life for himself and others as he strives to be a better role model for his own family. Fly fishing has helped him find his equilibrium.

 
 

Trout In The Classroom Releases

Spring is here and with it comes Trout in the Classroom release events! So far 23 sites have released 1000 rainbow trout into Colorado waters. We have 20 more release events to go!

 
 

Colorado Snowpack Update

After last year’s low flows and elevated stream temperatures – levels that led Colorado Parks and Wildlife to issue fishing closures on multiple western Colorado rivers – an improved 2022-23 snowpack is welcome news for water users and Colorado’s trout.

 
 

CPW Seeks Public Comment on State Wildlife Areas

Over the last several years State Wildlife Area (SWA) use has dramatically increased, causing a corresponding rise in negative impacts on fish and wildlife and related recreation. CPW is currently seeking comments on both general and site-specific SWA regulations.

 

Collegiate Peaks 2023 Caddis Festival Raffle

Win one of five guided fly fishing float trips and support the work of Collegiate Peaks chapter of Trout Unlimited! Only 450 tickets will be sold. The drawing will take place on May 22. Open to Colorado residents only.

 

Featured Partner: Anglers All

Located in Littleton, CO, Anglers all has been in the same location since 1969. Recently, they built and opened their Boathouse, located on the same property. Built with sustainability in mind, the Boathouse exemplifies Anglers All’s commitment to the environment in every part of their business.

 
  • May 17th - International Fly Fishing Film Festival - Longmont Colorado - Join St. Vrain Anglers at Wibby Brewing. Get tickets here.

  • May 18th - 21st - Trout Unlimited Western Regional Rendezvous - Taos, NM - Join fellow TU members, supporters, and volunteers from across the west at the Sagebrush Inn in Taos, NM. Read more here.

  • June 7th - Restore Our Water: Colorado River - Denver, CO - Join Trout Unlimited at the Denver Yeti store for an informal discussion on the future of the Colorado River. All attendees will receive a free Yeti bottle from Trout Unlimited! Register here.

  • July 8th - Troutfest Colorado 2023 - Coors Field - Denver, CO - Troutfest Colorado a one of a kind summer festival and celebration of conservation, education, and fly fishing. Bring the entire family FREE of charge with registration. Learn more here.

  • July 17th - Colorado River Headwaters TU Banquet - Winter Park, CO - An annual dinner and fundraiser at the Headwaters Center. Learn more here.

  • July 28th - 30th - 8-River Rodeo - Glenwood Springs, CO and Almont, CO - The most fun you can have with your waders on! A tournament where competitors catch 8 fish from 8 different waters in 2 rivers. Registration closes on May 31st. Learn more here.

See all upcoming events on our Facebook listings and event calendar.

 

Thank you to our business partners:

 
 
 

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