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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - November 2025
DESCRIPTION:Scott Dean will be our featured speaker on November 17 at Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery. He will share information on the reintroduction of arctic grayling into Michigan waters. Scott will also discuss 6PPD-quinone and its impact on the salmon population. \n\n\n\nScott was born and raised in Michigan and spent 30 years working as a journalist and executive in the energy industry. During this time\, he traveled the globe and saw firsthand the growing threat of climate change and the vulnerability of the planet’s water resources. He spent much of his career leading emergency response teams dispatched to Alaskan pipeline leaks\, Gulf Coast hurricanes\, and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. He retired from the energy sector in 2017 and put down roots in Saugatuck with his wife and children\, and has been putting his years of experience to work in serving the community with the Michigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy (EGLE). \n\n\n\nPlease join us for this important event\, which includes a delicious buffet and a cash bar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, November 17\, 2025\, starting at 6 p.m.\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60. SOLD OUT! \n\n\n\nPlease contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/chapter-meeting-november-2025
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Beer Launch Party with Ludington Bay
DESCRIPTION:Join Orvis\, Schrems TU\, and Ludington Bay Brewing at The Old Mill by Beer City Bread Co. for the (catch and) release of our partnership beer\, 7WT Hazy IPA. \n\n\n\nA percentage of sales from this limited release Orvis/Ludington Bay 7WT beer sold throughout Michigan will be donated to Schrems and benefits the Rogue River. \n\n\n\nMembers of Orvis\, TU\, and Ludington Bay Brewing will be on-site with demos\, swag\, tying\, etc. to talk about the beer\, our partnership\, and all things Rogue River. Register here!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/beer-launch-party-with-ludington-bay
LOCATION:The Old Mill – Beer City Bread Co.\, 34 Squires Street Square NE\, Rockford\, Michigan\, 49341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for food\, a cash bar\, updates on local projects\, how to become involved\, and a talk from Aaron Snell of StreamsideEco on Monday\, September 15\, starting at 6 p.m. at Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAaron has long been a leader in SWMTU’s stream restoration work across West Michigan. He’ll share information on those local projects and how StreamsideEco works with organizations like SWMTU. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAaron is actively involved in all aspects of biological and morphological stream and river assessments throughout the state. He has completed stream assessment and restoration training courses through Ohio State University\, North Carolina State University\, Dr. Robert Newbury\, and Water Survey of Canada (Regina)\, and was one of the first people in Michigan to complete the four-part series offered by Dr. Dave Rosgen\, Wildland Hydrology. He has applied knowledge of stream restoration and habitat connectivity\, having worked on scores of projects from southeast Michigan to the Upper Peninsula’s Keweenaw Peninsula—focusing on aspects of stream ecology including streambank stabilization\, natural channel design\, habitat improvement\, and barrier removal/modification. \n\n\n\nDetails \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, September 15\, 2025\, starting at 6 p.m.\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/chapter-meeting-september-2025
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Women on the Water
DESCRIPTION:Hey ladies\, looking for more fishy friends? Join us for our annual Women on the Water weekend getaway! Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited proudly presents this women’s only weekend at the Pere Marquette River Lodge. \n\n\n\nThe PM Lodge is an Orvis-Endorsed Outfitter with a fully stocked fly shop located along the banks of one of Michigan’s most prized blue-ribbon trout streams – the Pere Marquette River in Baldwin. Check out this article on the Pere Marquette River from Trout Magazine and learn more about TU’s Priority Waters work on the Pere Marquette. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\nThe focus of this weekend is on camaraderie and fly fishing at dark! All experience levels are welcome. There will be opportunities to learn and fine-tune fly fishing skills ahead of our full-day guided float trip on Saturday night. Guide trips are scheduled in the evening in hopes of dodging the heat of summer as this is better for fishing and trout handling. We will likely start by casting big\, buoyant dry flies and hopper patterns\, and as dusk turns to night\, switch over to mousing in the dark for bigger brown trout (the plan is subject to change based on conditions). \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: July 25-27\, 2025Location: Pere Marquette River Lodge in Baldwin\, Mich.Cost: $550-$650 per person\, includes two nights’ lodging\, one guided float trip\, and meals. Single rooms are $650 per person\, double rooms are $550 per person.Group size is limited to the first 18 registrants. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Vice President Paige Werner at wernerp2@gmail.com or 616-516-9908 with questions or to be added to our email list for future women’s programming. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRates and Contact Info
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2025-women-on-the-water
LOCATION:Pere Marquette River Lodge\, 8841 S M 37\, Baldwin\, MI\, 49304\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cast-n-Blast 2025
DESCRIPTION:When: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025 \n\n\n\nWhere: Kent County Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Rd\, Ada\, MI 49301 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited are once again co-sponsoring the annual Cast & Blast. This will be the 14th year for this annual event which is not only a “blast” but a fundraiser to support both organizations’ youth educational programs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis fun-filled\, no-pressure event includes a 50-shot round of sporting clays and a fun but challenging fly-casting course. A prime rib dinner will follow a social/happy hour\, which includes complimentary craft beer provided by a local brewery. A raffle including many cool items follows dinner. \n\n\n\nNovice shooters and casters are welcome! We will have expert instruction of the fundamentals of each sport. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be a current member of either organization to attend. \n\n\n\nFly rods will be available for the casting competition but each shooter will be responsible for their own shotgun. Shotguns are also available for rent from KCCL at a nominal fee. Shotgun shells are NOT included. \n\n\n\nPARTICIPANTBEFORE 07/12/25AFTER 07/12/25 OR AT-THE-DOORDinner Only$60/person$60/personIndividual Participant$135/person$150/personTeam (5 Shooters)$600/Team$650/Team\n\n\n\nRegistration: The shooting event is limited to 65 guns or 13 five-person teams. Please register online (preferred) using the form below. When registering\, please be sure to include the individual participant and/or team captain’s name as well as the names of the other four team members in the appropriate boxes. \n\n\n\nWe strongly encourage everyone to register through this page’s ticketing system and pay with a credit card. If you need to pay by check or have questions\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com or by cell at 616-485-1426.  \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. > Registration \n\n\n\n3:00 – 5:30 p.m. > Scored 50 Round Sporting Clays fun shoot & Scored 25 point Fly Casting \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. > Social Hour \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. > Steak Dinner – Raffles\, Prizes & Fun!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/cast-n-blast-2025
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SUMMARY:Wa Wa Sum 2025 - annual membership gathering
DESCRIPTION:We are now taking reservations for our annual membership outing at the Wa Wa Sum Lodge. The lodge is located on the banks of the Main Stream of the AuSable River’s fabled “holy waters\,” five miles east of Grayling\, Michigan. The historic main lodge was built in 1921/22\, while other buildings on the property date as far back as 1880. The property consists of 251 acres along the AuSable River. \n\n\n\nArrival is anytime after noon on Thursday\, June 19 with departure NO LATER than 9:00 am on Monday\, June 23. The NIGHTLY RATE IS $65.00\, whether your stay is one\, two\, three\, or all four nights. Be prepared to settle up at the lodge with host Larry Risbridger either via CASH or CHECK (no debit or credit cards) before you leave. You may stay for all four nights or as few as one. \n\n\n\nPLEASE RSVP WITH LARRY RISBRIDGER BY JUNE 16\, 2025. Larry can be reached at elrisbridger@charter.net or by phone at 616.690.0692. He will need the nights you plan on staying\, as well as your complete contact information: name\, home address\, email address & phone number. \n\n\n\nACCOMMODATIONSThere are seven dorm style bedrooms consisting of three to four single beds. You must bring your own bedding or sleeping bags and towels. Sleeping capacity is 28. There is a huge great room in the center of the lodge with an enormous fireplace\, for gathering with friends. Overlooking the river is a large screened-in porch that runs the entire length of the lodge. There is a separate building that houses a large dining room (seating for 16) and complete kitchen facilities for preparing meals. There is also a gas grill for grilling. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEALSAlthough there are no organized meals\, we will be providing cold breakfast items\, such as muffins and cereal. Coffee and juice will be available along with bottled water. Sandwich fixings\, such as cold meats\, cheese and condiments will be provided so that you may take a sandwich with you to fish. You are welcome to bring your own food and prepare it in the kitchen. \n\n\n\n\nGENERAL INFORMATION \n\n\n\n\nThere are no organized events for the weekend.\n\n\n\nPeople will come and go\, as they may be fishing at all hours.\n\n\n\nThere are a number of restaurants close by for dining.\n\n\n\nMeals may be prepared and eaten in the kitchen building.\n\n\n\nThere is no camping or fires allowed on the property.\n\n\n\nStairs leading down to a dock on the river are for guests only.\n\n\n\nGates Fly Shop and restaurant is located only a mile or so away.\n\n\n\n\nWa Wa Sum Lodge377 Wa Wa SumGrayling\, MI 49738 \n\n\n\nQUESTIONSPlease give Larry Risbridger a call anytime at 616.690.0692 or email at elrisbridger@charter.net
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/wa-wa-sum-2025-annual-membership-gathering
LOCATION:Wa Wa Sum lodge\, Whirlpool Road\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - May 2025
DESCRIPTION:NOTE – As of May 12\, this event is canceled due to low attendance.\n\n\n\nJoin us for food\, a cash bar\, updates on local projects\, how to become involved\, and a talk from Tracy Page on Salmon in the Classroom on Monday\, May 19 starting at 6 p.m. at Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTracy PageAquatic Education CoordinatorMichigan Department of Natural Resources \n\n\n\nTracy Page is the statewide aquatic education coordinator for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. She coordinates the Salmon in the Classroom program and aids in the filtering of fisheries biology research content to educators\, students and the public. As a biologist turned educator\, her dissertation is exploring the long-term impacts of participation in the Salmon in the Classroom program. As an award-winning environmental educator\, Tracy is proud to help the people of Michigan understand and appreciate our complex Great Lakes’ systems. \n\n\n\nDetails \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, May 19\, 2025\, starting at 6 p.m.\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60. Please reserve your seat by purchasing a ticket below. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/chapter-meeting-may-2025
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tie One On with TU
DESCRIPTION:Join Schrems West Michigan TU\, Orvis Grand Rapids\, and the local community for a casual get-together to talk trout and coldwater conservation\, learn to tie a fly (or hone your skill)\, and support an awesome local brewery. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join us for this free gathering. Please reserve your spot so we can get a head count! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Tickets
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tie-one-on-with-tu
LOCATION:Newaygo Brewing Company\, 19 State Rd.\, Newaygo\, MI\, 49337\, United States
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SUMMARY:February 2025 Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for food\, a cash bar\, updates on local projects\, how to become involved\, and a talk from our featured speaker\, Bill Otten from Rogue River Watershed Partners (RRWP) on Monday\, February 17 starting at 6 p.m. at Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBill has been on the board of RRWP since the beginning of 2021. He has recently retired from the aviation industry as a Senior Program Manager\, leading teams in the pursuit\, capture\, execution\, and support of government and commercial contracts. His love of the outdoors has increased involvement in clean water and associated environmental issues. He has also led and participated in various faith-based and volunteer organizations\, including Family Promise\, Church Moderator\, North Country Trail Association\, and Trout Unlimited. \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, February 17\, 2025\, starting at 6 p.m.\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60\, get your tickets further down this page\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/february-2025-chapter-meeting
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 SWMTU Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the 2024 SWMTU Holiday Party. This is a family-friendly event\, so bring the kids! Santa will make an appearance for those 12 and under\, so please let us know the names\, gender\, and ages of your children. There will also be a craft table for the kids and a raffle with fun prizes. \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the Golden Age Event Space at Saugatuck Brewing Co.’s Creston Taproom on December 3rd from 5-8 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner includes a taco bar for adults and kid-friendly food for the youngsters. Soft drinks are free and there will be an open bar\, which includes SBC’s Rainbow Rodeo IPA on tap. This beer is a tribute to our trout streams and outdoor heritage. Recently\, SBC partnered with the Michigan DNR to support habitat restoration efforts\, and while the program has concluded\, Rainbow Rodeo IPA continues to honor Michigan’s anglers and their love for the water. \n\n\n\nIf you have registration questions\, please reach out to Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nCost – be sure to get tickets for Adults and ChildrenAdults – $35 eachChildren 12 and under – FREE \n\n\n\nSchedule5 pm – Guests Arrive\, Bar Opens for Beverage Service5:45 pm – Words from the President6 pm – Dinner Service7pm – Raffle Drawing8 pm – Event Ends \n\n\n\nMenuTaco bar for adultsChicken tenders and macaroni and cheese for childrenIncludes soft drinksAdult beverages are available for purchase
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2024-swmtu-holiday-party
LOCATION:Creston Taproom\, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49505\, United States
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SUMMARY:November Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for food\, a cash bar\, updates on local projects\, how to become involved\, and a 7 p.m. talk from our featured speakers\, Kristin Thomas and Dr. Jodyn Stoll from Michigan Trout Unlimited. \n\n\n\nTopics to be covered include successful projects on the Au Sable\, Pere Marquette\, Manistee\, and Fox Rivers\, and discussion and hands-on presentation regarding invasive species such as didymo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKristin Thomas\, Michigan Trout Unlimited Stream Restoration Director will join us to highlight on-the-ground work Michigan Trout Unlimited has accomplished in 2024 including fish passage at the Grayling Hatchery\, in-stream habitat improvement work on the Manistee\, and dam removals in the Au Sable watershed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJordyn Stoll\, Michigan Trout Unlimited Aquatic Ecologist\, will share information about invasive rock snot (didymo) and how you can become involved with upcoming efforts to better understand didymo across the state\, accomplishments of the Michigan TU summer staff on the PM and Au Sable rivers\, and a recent dam removal on a tributary to the Fox River in the UP. Jordyn will also have didymo sample kits to distribute to those interested in helping with the crusade.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/november-chapter-meeting
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:September Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:After a hiatus\, we are restarting Chapter Meetings for our membership! We plan to host these quarterly\, with our first one on the evening of Monday\, September 23rd at Gravel Bottom Brewery in Ada. \n\n\n\nJoin us for updates on local projects\, how to become involved\, and to listen to our featured speaker\, Kevin Feenstra. Beyond being an outstanding guide on the Muskegon River\, Kevin is an amazingly talented photographer and author. \n\n\n\n\n$20 per person includes buffet dinner\n\n\n\nCash bar available\n\n\n\nOpen to the general public\, attendance capped at 60\n\n\n\nBuffet service starts at 6:30 p.m.\, program begins at 7:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration opening soon. Please plan to register online in advance and contact Nick Garlock at president@swmtu.org or 616-540-5406 for questions.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/september-chapter-meeting
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240720T113000
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SUMMARY:Women's Fly Fishing 101
DESCRIPTION:Ladies\, this class is for you! We are partnering with our friends at Orvis Grand Rapids to offer a women’s-only introduction to fly fishing. If you’re looking for an exciting\, easy\, and inexpensive way to get outdoors\, the FF101 class is the perfect place to start. Fly fishing is a sport everyone can enjoy\, and all ages are welcome to attend. (Under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.) The FF101 classes are free\, all equipment is provided. Please register in advance.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/womens-fly-fishing-101
LOCATION:Orvis Grand Rapids\, 1954 Breton Road SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240717T140000
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SUMMARY:Cast-n-Blast 2024
DESCRIPTION:When: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday\, July 17\, 2024 \n\n\n\nWhere: Kent County Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Rd\, Ada\, MI 49301 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited are once again co-sponsoring the annual Cast & Blast. This will be the 14th year for this annual event which is not only a “blast” but a fundraiser to support both organizations’ youth educational programs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis fun-filled\, no-pressure event includes a 50-shot round of sporting clays and a fun but challenging fly-casting course. Prizes will be awarded for the top shooter\, fly caster\, and overall high score. A prime rib dinner will follow a social/happy hour which includes complementary craft beer provided by a local brewery. A raffle including many cool items follows dinner. \n\n\n\nNovice shooters and casters are welcome! We will have expert instruction of the fundamentals of each sport. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be a current member of either organization to attend. \n\n\n\nFly rods will be available for the casting competition but each shooter will be responsible for their own shotgun. Shotguns are also available for rent from KCCL at a nominal fee. Shotgun shells are NOT included. There is also a shortage of shotgun shells\, so please bring your own shells if possible. You may be able to purchase shells at KCCL\, but supplies may be limited. Warm-up rounds of skeet\, trap or 5-stand are available from 2-3 p.m. for an additional fee paid to Kent County Conservation League. \n\n\n\nPARTICIPANTBEFORE 07/12/23AFTER 07/12/23 OR AT-THE-DOORDinner Only$60/person$60/personIndividual Participant$125/person$150/personTeam (5 Shooters) – SOLD OUT$550/Team$600/Team\n\n\n\nRegistration: The shooting event is limited to 65 guns or 13 five-person teams. Please register online (preferred) using the form below. When registering\, please be sure to include the individual participant and/or team captain’s name as well as the names of the other four team members in the appropriate boxes. \n\n\n\nUPDATE July 14\, 2024 — Online registration is now closed for the casting and blasting. However\, dinner-only spots are available at $60 per person payable at the door. Please send an email to Tom Mundt to reserve your spot for dinner. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe strongly encourage everyone to register through this page’s ticketing system and pay with a credit card. If you need to pay by check or have questions\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com or by cell at 616-485-1426.  \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. > Registration \n\n\n\n3:00 – 5:30 p.m. > Scored 50 Round Sporting Clays fun shoot & Scored 25 point Fly Casting \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. > Social Hour \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. > Steak Dinner – Raffles\, Prizes & Fun!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/cast-n-blast-2024
LOCATION:Kent Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Street NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240609T235959
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SUMMARY:2024 Women on the Water
DESCRIPTION:The Trout Unlimited chapters of Schrems West Michigan and Mershon-Neumann Heritage are proud to present a women’s only fly fishing weekend June 7-9.
URL:https://swmtu.org/product/2024-women-on-the-water
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240417T200000
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SUMMARY:Tie One On With Trout Unlimited
DESCRIPTION:Join Schrems West Michigan TU\, Orvis Grand Rapids\, Green Homes GR\, and the local community for a casual get-together to talk trout and coldwater conservation\, learn to tie a fly (or hone your skill)\, and support an awesome local brewery. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join us for this free gathering. Please reserve your spot so we can get a head count!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tie-one-on-with-trout-unlimited
LOCATION:Rockford Brewing Company\, 12 E Bridge St NE\, Rockford\, Michigan\, 49341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231205T200000
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Holiday Party\, 2023 edition
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the SWMTU Holiday Party. This is a family-friendly event\, so bring the kids! \n\n\n\nWe’ll gather in the upstairs room at Creston Brewery on December 5 from 5-8 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe cost is $10 for adults and kids are free. The menu is shown below and includes soft drinks. Adult beverages are available for purchase.  \n\n\n\nPlease register and pay in advance by selecting your tickets below. UPDATE on 12/5/23: TICKET SALES ARE NOW CLOSED. YOU MAY PAY AT THE DOOR ON DECEMBER 5. \n\n\n\nAdult MenuCilantro Lime RiceCream Cheese Bean Dip w/ tortilla chipsMexican Street Corn SaladSalsa w/ tortilla chipsGuacamole w/ tortilla chipsChile Braised Pork TacoShredded Chicken Taco \n\n\n\nKids MenuBaked Mac n CheeseChicken Tenders \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Steve Frendt.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-holiday-party-2023-edition
LOCATION:Creston Brewery\, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230712T200000
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SUMMARY:Cast-n-Blast 2023
DESCRIPTION:When: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday\, July 12\, 2023 \n\n\n\nWhere: Kent County Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Rd\, Ada\, MI 49301 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs of July 6\, ticket sales have finished.  There is limited availability for walk-in dinner. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited are once again co-sponsoring the annual Cast & Blast. This will be the 13th year for this annual event which is not only a “blast” but a fundraiser to support both organizations’ youth educational programs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis fun-filled\, no-pressure event includes a 50-shot round of sporting clays and a fun but challenging fly-casting course. Prizes will be awarded for the top shooter\, fly caster\, and overall high score. A prime rib dinner will follow a social/happy hour which includes complementary craft beer provided by a local brewery. A raffle will follow dinner that will include of a fly rod/reel combo\, a half day fishing trip\, a firearm\, and many other cool items. \n\n\n\nNovice shooters and casters are welcome! We will have expert instruction of the fundamentals of each sport. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be a current member of either organization to attend. \n\n\n\nFly rods will be available for the casting competition but each shooter will be responsible for their own shotgun. Shotguns are also available for rent from KCCL at a nominal fee. Shotgun shells are NOT included. There is also a shortage of shotgun shells\, so please bring your own shells if possible. You may be able to purchase shells at KCCL\, but supplies may be limited. Warm-up rounds of skeet\, trap or 5-stand are available from 2:00-3:00PM for an additional fee paid to Kent County Conservation League. \n\n\n\nPARTICIPANTBEFORE 07/08/23AFTER 07/08/23 OR AT-THE-DOORDinner Only$60/person$60/personIndividual Participant$125/person$150/personTeam (5 Shooters)$500/Team$550/Team\n\n\n\nRegistration: The shooting event is limited to 60 guns or 12 five-person teams. Please register online (preferred) using the form below. When registering\, please be sure to include the individual participant and/or team captain’s name as well as the names of the other four team members in the appropriate boxes. \n\n\n\nWhile we encourage everyone to register using a credit card\, registration can be made by filling out this form and mailing a check payable to Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited to Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited\, PO Box 230094\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49523. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com or by cell at 616-485-1426. Please sign up and participate in this fun event. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. > Registration \n\n\n\n3:00 – 5:30 p.m. > Scored 50 Round Sporting Clays fun shoot & Scored 25 point Fly Casting \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. > Social Hour \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. > Steak Dinner – Raffles\, Prizes & Fun!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/cast-n-blast-2023
LOCATION:Kent Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Street NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230514T235959
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SUMMARY:Women on the Water weekend 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Women on the Water weekend getaway! Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited Chapter is proud to present a women’s only weekend at the Pere Marquette River Lodge\, an Orvis Endorsed Outfitter with a fully stocked fly shop. \n\n\n\nThe PM Lodge is located along the banks of one of Michigan’s most prized blue-ribbon trout streams – the Pere Marquette River in Baldwin. Beginners welcome\, intermediate and experienced fly-fishing ladies will also find this trip fun and informative. Support the TU Women’s Initiative and register today! (Group is limited to the first 20 registrants.) \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\nArrive at the lodge on Friday afternoon or evening. Saturday is our full-day float trip. We are hoping for mayfly hatches so we can cast dry flies but may also use streamers or nymphs for trout based on conditions. Check-out is late morning on Sunday. Most meals are provided\, including something special for Mother’s Day. \n\n\n\nDetails \n\n\n\nRegister by April 7 \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Paige Werner\, SWMTU Board Member\, wernerp2@gmail.com or text/call 616-516-9908. \n\n\n\nNOTE: If you have your own gear\, plan on bringing it: rigged rod\, waders/boots\, or wet wading shoes. If you don’t have your own gear\, let us know when you register.
URL:https://swmtu.org/product/2023-women-on-the-water
LOCATION:Pere Marquette River Lodge\, 8841 S M 37\, Baldwin\, MI\, 49304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230413T210000
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SUMMARY:Michigan TU Project Updates
DESCRIPTION:SMWTU’s next membership event is Thursday\, April 13 in the lakeshore community of Montague. \n\n\n\nOur first speaker\, Dr. Bryan Burroughs\, Executive Director of Michigan TU will talk about the past\, present\, and future initiatives of Michigan Trout Unlimited. Likely topics include the priority waters in Michigan. \n\n\n\nOur second speaker is Jake Lemon\, TU’s Monitoring and Community Science Manager. He’ll share an update on the work TU and our partners in the White River watershed including completed projects and future priorities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe evening will feature tasty food and beverages from North Grove Brewers in Montague\, MI. In addition to an ever-changing tap list of craft brews\, North Grove also distills whiskey and vodka which it makes into wonderful cocktails. The North Grove Kitchen specializes brisket\, pulled pork\, and chicken tacos. Our event will include a fully stocked Taco Bar for $25 per person. \n\n\n\nPlease be sure to reserve your spot by purchasing a $25 Taco Bar ticket per person. Does not include drinks. \n\n\n\nSchedule for Thursday\, April 13\n\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m. – Socializing\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m. – Taco bar served\n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. – Dr. Bryan Burroughs\, Executive Director of Michigan Trout Unlimited\n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. – Raffle prize drawings
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/michigan-tu-project-updates
LOCATION:North Grove Brewers\, 8735 Water St\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221205T200000
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SUMMARY:2022 Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the SWMTU Holiday Party. This is a family-friendly event\, so bring the kids and they’ll get a special gift from Santa.\n\nWe’ll gather in the upstairs room at Creston Brewery on December 5 from 5-8 p.m.\n\nThe cost is $10 for adults and kids are free. The menu is shown below and includes soft drinks. Adult beverages are available for purchase. Please pay in advance by selecting tickets below.\n\nWhen registering and paying\, please specify the age and gender of your child(ren) under the age of 10 so Santa and his elves can get to work on a gift. (You’ll add the kids’ names near the end of the registration.)\n\nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Steve Frendt.\n\nAdult Menu\nCilantro Lime Rice\nCream Cheese Bean Dip w/ tortilla chips\nMexican Street Corn Salad\nSalsa w/ tortilla chips\nGuacamole w/ tortilla chips\nChile Braised Pork Taco\nShredded Chicken Taco\n\nKids Menu\nBaked Mac n Cheese\nChicken Tenders
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2022-holiday-party
LOCATION:Creston Brewery\, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220714
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SUMMARY:2022 Cast & Blast
DESCRIPTION:JUNE 30\, 2022: Registration for team and individual shooters is full. You can still register for the dinner. \nWhen: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday\, July 13\, 2022 \nWhere: Kent County Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Rd\, Ada\, MI 49301 \nThe Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited are once again co-sponsoring the annual Cast & Blast. This will be the 13th year for this annual event which is not only a “blast” but a fundraiser to support both organizations’ youth educational programs. \nThis fun-filled\, no-pressure event includes a 50-shot round of sporting clays and a fun but challenging fly casting course. Prizes will be awarded for the top shooter\, fly caster\, and overall high score. A steak dinner will follow a social/happy hour which includes complimentary craft beer provided by a local brewery. A raffle will follow dinner that will consist of a fly rod/reel combo\, a firearm\, and many other cool items. We will have expert instruction on the fundamentals of each sport. \nEveryone is welcome and you do not need to be a current member of either organization to attend\, and dinner-only folks are welcome. Fly rods will be available for the casting competition\, but each shooter will be responsible for bringing their own shotgun. Shotguns are also available for rent from KCCL at a nominal fee. Please contact Mark at KCCL for cost and availability. \nShotgun shells are NOT included\, so please bring your own shells if possible. Shells may be available for purchase at KCCL but supplies may be limited. Warm-up rounds of skeet\, trap\, or five-stand are available from 2:00-3:00 p.m. for an additional fee paid to Kent County Conservation League. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT COSTSPARTICIPANTBEFORE 07/08/22AFTER 07/08/22 OR AT-THE-DOORDinner Only$60/person$60/personIndividual Participant$125/person$150/personTeam-Five Person$500/Team$550/Team\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: The shooting event is limited to 60 guns or 12 five-person teams. Please register online (preferred) using the form below. When registering\, please be sure to include the individual participant and/or team captain’s name as well as the names of the other four team members in the appropriate boxes. \nRegistration for the shooting portion of the 2022 Cast n Blast is full.  A big thank you to all the registered participants from the Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited\, and we look forward to seeing you on July 13.  While the shooting teams are full\, there is still time to register (only $60) for dinner and the casting portion of the event.  Hope to see you there.  IF you have any questions\, please email Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com. \nWhile we encourage everyone to register using a credit card at SWMTU.org\, registration can be made by mailing a check payable to Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited along with the printable registration form to Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited\, PO Box 230094\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49523. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com or by cell at 616-485-1426. Please sign up and participate in this fun event. \nSchedule\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. > Registration\, Shooting Warm-up \n3:00 – 5:30 p.m. > Shooting/Casting Competition \n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. > Social Hour\, Raffle Ticket sales \n6:30 p.m. > Steak Dinner\, Raffle Prizes and Fun \n8:00 p.m. > Adjourn and drive safe
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2022-cast-blast
LOCATION:Kent Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Street NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220711
DTSTAMP:20260420T224206
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SUMMARY:Women on the Water weekend 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third annual Women on the Water weekend getaway! Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited Chapter is proud to present a women’s only weekend at the Pere Marquette River Lodge\, an Orvis Endorsed Outfitter with a fully stocked fly shop.\n\nThe PM Lodge is located along the banks of one of Michigan’s most prized blue-ribbon trout streams – the Pere Marquette River in Baldwin. Beginners welcome\, intermediate and experienced fly fishing ladies will also find this trip fun and informative. Support the TU Women’s Initiative and register today! (Group is limited to the first 20 registrants.)\n\nThis slideshow requires JavaScript. \nSchedule\nFriday\, July 8\n\nBegin your trip by checking in at Pere Marquette River Lodge between 3-7 pm. We will gather in the main room around 6 pm for introductions and snacks. Social hour will continue with the opportunity for fly tying. Feel free to bring your own equipment and materials if you have them but we will also have plenty available for use.\n\nSaturday\, July 9\n\nStart your day of fishing off with breakfast and coffee. Typically\, this time of year offers easy wading in the Pere Marquette. You will have the opportunity to fish independently in the morning if desired; those who are interested can go out as group with a facilitator to hone their skills.\n\nWe will head back to the lodge for lunch\, some rest\, and to get geared up for this evening’s fishing. Our Orvis endorsed fly fishing guides will pick us up at 5 pm to catch trout with hoppers and mouse patterns until 1 am! Dinner will be served during the float.\n\nSunday\, July 10\n\nOur final day together will start off easy with sharing fish stories over breakfast and coffee. We will need to check out of rooms by 10 am but feel free to stay longer for more fishing or socialization.\nDetails\nRegister by June 10\nQuestions? Contact Paige Werner\, SWMTU Board Member\, wernerp2@gmail.com or text/call 616-516-9908.\n\nNOTE: If you have your own gear\, plan on bringing it: rigged rod\, waders/boots\, or wet wading shoes. If you don’t have your own gear\, let us know when you register.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/women-on-the-water-weekend-2022
LOCATION:Pere Marquette River Lodge\, 8841 S M 37\, Baldwin\, MI\, 49304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:2022 SWMTU member's weekend at Wa Wa Sum
DESCRIPTION:Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited\, for the 40th year\, will be hosting our member’s weekend at the Wa Wa Sum Lodge on the Au Sable River east of Grayling. Beginning Thursday\, June 23 through Sunday\, June 26\, the communal lodge\, owned and operated by Michigan State University\, will again host the Schrems Chapter.\n\nThe lodge is located on the “Holy Waters.” A very wadable and world-famous stretch of the Au Sable that is fly fishing only and all catch and release.\n\nThe lodge sleeps 26 in twin beds in rooms (including 2 beds on the screened-in porch) with 3 or 4 beds per room with 2 communal bathrooms. There is a wonderful screened-in porch with handmade rocking chairs overlooking the Au Sable. This is an authentic fishing lodge from another century.\n\nA communal kitchen building is fully stocked with the necessary hardware for cooking and consuming. You must bring your own bedding (all twin beds) or sleeping bag and towels for the weekend. This is not a Ritz Carlton.\n\nSchrems will host a Friday cookout at 12:30 pm\, open to all at no cost. The luncheon will also allow you to pack a meal for your evening fishing. All other food and beverage are on your own for the weekend. In addition to the refrigerator in the kitchen building\, there is a refrigerator in the lodge.\nReservation Instructions\nYou can reserve your spot at the bottom of this page. Everyone who registers MUST select the “2020 Wa Wa Sum Deposit” and also select the desired nights for lodging.\n\n 	The cost per evening is $50. You may come for one night\, two nights\, or three nights.\n 	A deposit of $50 is required for everyone. Your deposit will go toward the first night of lodging.\n 	All lodging is first-come\, first-serve. There are only 26 beds available\, and camping is not allowed.\n 	If a night shows “0 available” that means no beds are available that night.\n 	If reserving for multiple people\, a deposit and a lodging night must be paid for each person.\n 	You can pay your lodging balance at Wa Wa Sum by check or cash.\n\nTo make your reservation\, scroll to the bottom of this page and purchase a ticket.\n\nReservation payments happen via PayPal\, but you are not required to have a PayPal account. You can use any credit card for payment.\n\nYour contact for more information or questions is Lance Climie at lanceclimie@hotmail.com.\nMore about Wa Wa Sum Lodge\nWa Wa Sum is a Michigan State University research and conference facility located on the Au Sable River six miles east of Grayling. The name Wa Wa Sum means “Plain View” in the Ojibwa language and was given to the camp in 1905 by Chief David Shoppenagon\, an Au Sable guide and woodsman.\n\nAt the time\, because of the extensive logging of the region’s pine forests\, the view from the high bank on which the camp is built was unobstructed for miles to the South. Since then\, the forests have regenerated\, slowly obscuring the view of the river.\n\nChief Shoppenagon built the first building at the camp\, now known as the Dining Room\, in 1880. In 1897\, Rubin Babbitt\, an Au Sable woodsman who later became Michigan’s first wildlife officer\, built a second structure\, now the Administration Building.\n\nThese first buildings were constructed of red pine and tamarack logs and used as a fishing camp for a group of Toledo businessmen. Other cabins of various sizes were added in later years: the Bullpen (1907)\, the Big Camp (1921/22)\, the Barn and the Guide’s Cabin (early 1930’s).\n\nThe buildings and 251 acres of land were deeded to MSU in 1980 by owners Virginia Secor Stranahan and Frank Bell\, descendants of two of the camp’s six original owners. Kevin Gardiner\, a descendant of Rubin Babbitt\, is the camp’s present caretaker. He is the third generation of his family to perform these duties.\n\nRelated Links: Wa Wa Sum on Facebook – Society of Architectural Historians Arcipedia\n\nThis slideshow requires JavaScript. \n\n 
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2022-swmtu-members-weekend-at-wa-wa-sum
LOCATION:Wa Wa Sum lodge\, Whirlpool Road\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:2022 Michigan Youth Conservation & Trout Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Kalamazoo Valley Chapter Trout Unlimited is hosting the Michigan Youth Conservation & Trout Camp Sunday\, June 19 – Thursday\, June 23rd\, 2022 at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center on Higgins Lake\, located at 104 Conservation Drive\, Roscommon\, MI 48653 in the heart of Northern Michigan trout country. \nThe four-day Camp is designed to educate our 14-17 year old boys and girls\, who will become our next generation of conservation leaders\, about the importance of protecting our coldwater resources. \nLearn more at https://www.kvctu.org/2022/01/15/2022-michigan-youth-conservation-trout-camp/
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2022-michigan-youth-conservation-trout-camp
LOCATION:Ralph A. McMullan Conference Center\, 104 Conservation Drive\, Roscommon\, MI\, 48653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:State of the Trout 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join SWMTU for an update on the State of the Trout in West Michigan on Monday\, February 7\, 2022. Our guest speakers will be DNR Director Dan Eichinger and Michigan Trout Unlimited Executive Director Dr. Bryan Burroughs. Both speakers addressed the chapter last year via a virtual meeting\, and we’re glad to get them in person this year. \n \nThis in-person event will be held at Creston Brewery in the second-floor space. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for socializing. The event will feature a tasty taco bar that begins at 7:00 p.m. \nThe event will feature some door prizes and a raffle. \nFebruary 4\, 2022 — Tickets are no longer available online. However\, if you would like to attend\, please contact Lance Climie at lanceclimie@hotmail.com.\nTickets for this event are $25 and that includes your taco bar meal. We highly encourage you to purchase tickets in advance using the form further down this page. Your advance ticket purchase greatly helps us plan for the event. However\, we will welcome walk-in attendees. \nOne of the highlights of this event will be a raffle featuring amazing hand-crafted items from J. A. Henry Rod & Reel Company. The items include a Rod & Reel case (including the contents!) and a Campaign Box & Humidor. \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Vintage American Fly Fishing Case\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Vintage American Fly Fishing Case\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Campaign Box & Humidor\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Campaign Box & Humidor\n				\n		\n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/state-of-the-trout-2022
LOCATION:Creston Brewery\, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Reel Recovery Retreat
DESCRIPTION:REEL RECOVERY RETREAT for men with cancer. This event combines fly fishing and “Courageous Conversations\,” facilitated by a counseling professional\, to foster communication and sharing of life stories. \nThis three-day event is free to men with any form of cancer. It includes all meals\, lodging\, and fly fishing equipment. \nIt is held at Ranch Rudolf outside Traverse City on the Boardman River. If anyone is interested in more information please contact Schrems board member\, Larry Risbridger at 616.690.0692 or the reelrecovery.org website. There is a maximum of 14 participants\, if you or someone you know is interested\, please contact us. This is a very worthwhile event.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/reel-recovery-retreat
LOCATION:Ranch Rudolf\, 6841 Brown Bridge Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49696\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:2021 Cast and Blast
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE AS OF JULY 7 …. The event is full in terms of shooters and teams. We still have room left if you’d like to watch the event\, try out the fly casting course\, socialize\, and enjoy the steak dinner. The cost of this option is $35. You can pay below until Monday\, July 12. After that\, you can pay at the door. \nWhen: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday\, July 14\, 2021\nWhere: Kent County Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Rd\, Ada\, MI 49301\nCost: Individual – $90 per shooter by July 9\, $100 per after July 10); Teams – $400 for five shooters\, $500 after July 9th. \nThe Ruffed Grouse Society and Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited are teaming up once again to co-sponsor the annual Cast & Blast. This will be the ninth year for this annual event which is not only a “blast” but a fundraiser to support both organization’s youth educational programs. \nThis is a fun-filled\, no-pressure event that includes a 50-shot round of sporting clays and a fun\, but challenging\, fly casting course. Prizes will be awarded for the top shooter\, caster\, and overall high score. A steak dinner will follow a social/happy hour which includes complimentary craft beer provided by a local brewery. Note: Dinner will not be self-serve this year\, but plated by servers from the club in accordance with COVID 19 protocols. A raffle will follow dinner that will include a fly/reel combo\, a half-day fishing trip\, a firearm\, and many other cool items. We will also follow the State’s current COVID 19 protocols which encourage those who are not vaccinated to wear masks while indoors. \nNovice shooters and casters are welcome! We will have expert instruction of the fundamentals of each sport. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be a current member of either organization to attend. Fly rods will be available for the casting competition but each shooter will be responsible for their own shotgun. Shotguns are also available for rent from KCCL at a nominal fee. Shotgun shells are NOT included. There is also a shortage of shotgun shells\, so please bring your own shells if possible. You may be able to purchase shells at KCCL\, but supplies may be limited. Warm-up rounds of skeet\, trap\, or 5-stand are available from 2:00-3:00 PM for an additional fee paid to Kent County Conservation League. \nSchedule\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Registration\, Shooting Warm-up\n3:00 – 5:30 p.m. Shooting/Casting Competition\n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Social Hour\, Raffles\n6:30 p.m. Steak Dinner\, Raffle Prizes\, and Fun \nRegistration: Register online using the form below. When registering\, please be sure to include the individual participant and/or team captain’s name as well as the names of the other four team members in the appropriate boxes. \nYou can also register by mailing a check and the registration form to Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited\, PO Box 230094\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49523. If you have questions\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com or by cell at 616-485-1426. Please sign up and participate in this fun event.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2021-cast-and-blast
LOCATION:Kent Conservation League\, 8461 Conservation Street NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Wa Wa Sum members outing - 2021
DESCRIPTION:Michigan State University plans to have Wa Wa Sum lodge open this summer to membership outings\, and SWMTU also plans to hold its annual membership outing at the lodge. \nFor this year we will limit attendance to 25 people. As of April 21\, 2021\, registration is filled. \nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Larry Risbridger. \n___________________ \nWe are now taking reservations for our annual membership outing at the Wa Wa Sum Lodge. The lodge is located on the banks of the Main Stream of the Au Sable’s fabled “holy waters\,” just east of Grayling\, Michigan. \nArrival is any time after noon on Thursday\, June 17 with departure on Sunday\, June 20. You may come for one\, two or all three nights. This year’s rate with be $40.00 for one night\, $80.00 for two nights\, and $120.00 for three nights. \nDue to MSU policy changes\, registration is different this year. You’ll need to provide the name\, address\, email\, and phone number for each person who is attending. Additionally\, we require a $40 non-refundable deposit to reserve your space for the weekend. The $40 deposit will be applied to your first night of lodging. You can pay the remaining balance at Wa Wa Sum. \nPlease make your reservation using the form at the bottom of this page. Please select the $40 option for “Deposit Only” to reserve your spot. \nACCOMMODATIONS\nThe Wa Wa Sum Lodge is a historic log building with a great porch overlooking the Au Sable River. Sleeping arrangements are dorm-style\, so bring your own bedding or sleeping bag and towels. \nFOOD\nWe will be providing some food for a Saturday morning breakfast and assorted snacks. Please plan to bring your own food and your own beverages. There are many restaurants located nearby in Grayling and Gates Lodge is just down the road which offers a great sit-down restaurant option for breakfast\, lunch or dinner as well as delicious to-go riverside meals. If you prefer preparing your own food\, there is a grill available for your use at the lodge. \nFISHING\nMid-June is traditionally a great time for some of the best hatches of the season. You can fish right in front of the lodge on the Au Sable or venture to other areas of including the North Branch and South Branch of the Au Sable and the Manistee River. (NOTE: there is a good chance that the famous Hex Hatch will be on.) If still water fishing is of interest\, Wakely Lake is nearby for bass and bluegills. \nMORE INFORMATION ABOUT WA WA SUM (COURTESY OF MSU)\nWa Wa Sum is a Michigan State University research and conference facility located on the Au Sable River six miles east of Grayling. The name Wa Wa Sum means “Plain View” in the Ojibwa language and was given to the camp in 1905 by Chief David Shoppenagon\, an Au Sable guide and woodsman. At the time\, because of the extensive logging of the region’s pine forests\, the view from the high bank on which the camp is built was unobstructed for miles to the South. Since then\, the forests have regenerated\, slowly obscuring the view of the river. Chief Shoppenagon built the first building at the camp\, now known as the Dining Room\, in 1880. In 1897\, Rubin Babbitt\, an Au Sable woodsman who later became Michigan’s first wildlife officer\, built a second structure\, now the Administration Building. These first buildings were constructed of red pine and tamarack logs and used as a fishing camp for a group of Toledo businessman. Other cabins of various sizes were added in later years: the Bullpen (1907)\, the Big Camp (1921/22)\, the Barn and the Guide’s Cabin (early 1930’s). The buildings and 251 acres of land were deeded to MSU in1980 by owners Virginia Secor Stranahan and Frank Bell\, descendants of two of the camp’s six original owners. Kevin Gardiner\, a descendant of Rubin Babbitt\, is the camp’s present caretaker. He is the third generation of his family to perform these duties.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/wa-wa-sum-members-outing-2021
LOCATION:Wa Wa Sum lodge\, Whirlpool Road\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Michigan TU and Michigan DNR
DESCRIPTION:SWMTU is honored to host a collection of leaders in trout ecology for our next online seminar. And to get you more involved\, our guests want to hear your questions. \nThe next guests include … \n\nKristin Thomas\, Aquatic Ecologist\, Michigan Trout Unlimited\nBrian Gunderman\, Southern Lake Michigan Unit Manager\, Michigan DNR\nJay Wesley\, Lake Michigan Basin Coordinator\, Michigan DNR\nMark Tonello\, Fisheries Biologist\, Michigan DNR\n\nOur speakers plan to cover several topics with presentations\, and then open the floor to a panel discussion in which they want to answer your questions. Here are the topics they plan to cover: \n\nLake Michigan steelhead returns\nGrand Rapids River for All program\nHabitat projects in SW Michigan trout streams\nHow Trout Unlimited picks projects around the state\n\nBring your questions to the seminar\, and you can ask them in person. Or if you want to ask your questions in advance\, please email them to webadmin@swmtu.org. \n  \nOnline Seminar Details\nDate: Tuesday\, May 11\, 2021\, at 7:00 pm eastern \nWe are hosting this online seminar on Zoom with overflow participants able to join on YouTube and Facebook Live. \nZoom is limited to the first 100 participants. If you join this way\, you’ll be able to ask questions via text chat\, and potentially over audio/video. Here is the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81407072481 \nYouTube allows unlimited participants\, but you won’t be able to ask questions. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/c/SchremsWestMichiganTroutUnlimited. \nThis seminar will be recorded for later viewing on YouTube.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/michigan-tu-and-michigan-dnr
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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