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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2/2025-09-02
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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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
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:Muskegon River Spey Fest
DESCRIPTION:Here is the presentation schedule for the 2025 Muskegon River Spey Fest.Saturday\, 27th September.At Henning Park\, Newaygo\, Michigan. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit SWMTU at the Muskegon River Speyfest! \n\n\n\nSpeyfest is an educational event for anyone interested in all things spey – all experience levels are welcome. SWMTU will be on-site for the main events on Saturday\, but the learning and camaraderie goes all weekend! The event itself is free but there is an $8 daily fee to enter the park. No registration required. \n\n\n\nFriday: One-on-one casting instruction from noon onwards followed by a potluck cook out in the evening. \n\n\n\nSaturday: Several shops and booths\, including SWMTU\, will be set up at the park to visit between presentations.9:30am – Capt. Kevin Feenstra\, Feenstra Guide Service: Seasons of the Muskegon10:45am – Peter Humphreys\, FFI\, MCI/MTHCI: Introduction to Spey Casting12:00pm – Capt. Jeff Liskay\, Scott Pro Staff: Three Deadly Spey Casting Faults and How to Fix Them1:30pm – Marco Ross\, Northern Angler: Swung Fly Techniques to Maximize Success on the Water and Adapting to Changing Conditions \n\n\n\nSunday: Breakfast at the park followed by even more casting. \n\n\n\n* SWMTU is a participant at this event and is not responsible for coordination. Please use Facebook to learn more about Muskegon River Speyfest.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/muskegon-river-spey-fest-2
LOCATION:Henning Park\, 500 Croton Dr\, Newaygo\, Michigan\, 49337\, United States
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SUMMARY:7WT release party at Sportsman's Bar
DESCRIPTION:Only a two-handed cast away\, right after the Muskegon River Spey Fest! Join us at Sportsman’s Bar in Newaygo for some 7WT in partnership with Orvis to raise money for Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited to benefit the Muskegon River. \n\n\n\nRepresentatives from Ludington Bay Brewing and SWMTU will be on-site from 4pm-8pm with some swag so swing by to chat about the river\, conservation\, and all things fly-fishing.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/7wt-release-party-at-sportsmans-bar
LOCATION:Sportsman’s Bar\, 30 State Road\, Newaygo\, Michigan\, 49337\, United States
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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:SWMTU Board Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2/2025-10-07
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Screening of "Beyond the Stream" - canceled
DESCRIPTION:We are canceling the “Beyond the Stream: Michigan’s TU Youth Conservation and Trout Camp” showing at S2S on Monday\, October 27; however\, we are providing a link to the film for your personal viewing and another to donate to the Youth Camp. \n\n\n\n\nWatch Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt is critical to TU’s future that we inspire and educate the next generation of conservationists and fishing enthusiasts\, and this camp plays a significant role for Michigan TU chapters. If you can support the Youth Camp with a contribution\, please click below and put “youth camp” in the message box. \n\n\n\n\nDonate Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor those wishing to view the film in a public setting\, the Kalamazoo Valley Chapter will be showing the film on Thursday\, October 16 from 6-9 p.m. at Lucky Wolf Theatre in Paw Paw. You can register here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Beyond the Stream: Michigan Trout Unlimited’s Youth Conservation and Trout Camp” was created to benefit the TU Youth Trout Camp\n\n\n\nIn 2024\, the Kalamazoo Valley chapter of Trout Unlimited contracted with fly fishing filmmaker Robert Thompson (“The River” and “Night of the Hex”) to produce a documentary film capturing all that is our Michigan Trout Unlimited Youth Conservation and Trout Camp. The result of this partnership is “Beyond the Stream: Michigan Trout Unlimited’s Youth Conservation and Trout Camp”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Beyond the Stream” captures the heart and soul of our youth camp: the generational connections formed between campers\, new and experienced alike\, and the volunteer counselors\, many of whom have been a part of camp from its earliest days. Much like his film “The River”\, Thompson is able to connect the viewer to the men and women\, girls and boys that come together on the banks of the storied Au Sable River. It’s a story that started many years ago with an idea and a mission\, and “Beyond the Stream” offers both a heart-warming narrative as young people like Madeline\, Ben\, Cece and Lily find themselves and each other as they become immersed in fly fishing along the river upon which Trout Unlimited was founded\, but also a hopeful glimpse into the future of cold water conservation as those same youth connect with TU volunteers like Greg\, Lori and Jon.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/screening-of-beyond-the-stream
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2/2025-11-04
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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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:Honey Creek Inn: Sip & Spin Tying Event
DESCRIPTION:Sip some 7WT Hazy IPA benefiting Schrems Trout Unlimited & Spin Up some flies with the staff from Orvis Grand Rapids! \n\n\n\nSchrems Trout Unlimited members and the Ludington Bay Brewing team will also be on site with swag\, to chat about our partnership and answer and fly tying questions you may have! \n\n\n\nStop by\, order some food and 7wt Hazy IPA and join us for a fun night. \n\n\n\nSpots are limited for fly-tyers but all are welcome to attend the fun event. BYOV (Bring Your Own Vise)\, tools and materials.  \n\n\n\n*Donations to Schrem’s Trout Unlimited are suggested* \n\n\n\nLocation: Honey Creek Inn\, 8025 Cannonsburg Rd NE\, Cannonsburg\, MI 49317 \n\n\n\nDate and time: Wed\, Nov 19\, 2025\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/honey-creek-inn-sip-spin-tying-event
LOCATION:Honey Creek Inn\, 8025 Cannonsburg Rd. NE\, Cannonsburg\, Michigan\, 49317\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 SWMTU Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Schrems West Michigan TU Holiday Party. This family-friendly event will be held on December 1\, 2025\, from 5-8 p.m. at Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, located at 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, MI. \n\n\n\nThe evening will feature a dinner buffet for all\, a cash bar for adults\, a craft table\, and a visit from Santa Claus for kids under 12. \n\n\n\nWhen registering\, please provide the name of each attendee and the names\, gender\, and ages of your children under twelve. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Tom Mundt for any questions concerning registrations at tommundt@gmail.com or 616-485-1425. \n\n\n\nCost – Be sure to get tickets for Adults and Children\n\n\n\n\nAdults – $20 each\n\n\n\nChildren 16 and under – FREE\n\n\n\nGifts for children under 12\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n5 pm – Guests Arrive\, Bar Opens for Beverage Service\n\n\n\n5:45 pm – Words from the President\n\n\n\n6 pm – Dinner Service\n\n\n\n7 pm – Santa arrives\n\n\n\n8 pm – Event Ends
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2025-swmtu-holiday-party
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-01-06
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T180000
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SUMMARY:Tie-A-Thon fly tying - Jan. 22
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited is partnering with Orvis Grand Rapids to host fly tying sessions to benefit Tie-A-Thon! \n\n\n\nThis is the 20th year for Tie-A-Thon\, a group based in South Bend\, IN. Tie-A-Thon collects donated flies to support programs focused on healing and education through fly fishing. This has grown into a national movement uniting fly tyers of all skill levels for one shared purpose – to give back through the art of fly tying. \n\n\n\nThis milestone year\, Tie-A-Thon is proud to support five exceptional organizations whose missions use fly fishing to promote healing\, growth\, and education: \n\n\n\n• Reel Recovery – based in Massachusetts\, helping men living with cancer find renewal through fly fishing retreats and fellowship. \n\n\n\n• Casting for Recovery – National – headquartered in Bozeman\, MT\, supporting breast cancer survivors through healing fly fishing experiences across the country. \n\n\n\n• Fishing the Good Fight – based in Colorado\, advancing men’s mental health awareness and connection through fly fishing. \n\n\n\n• Black Mountain Home for Children\, Youth\, and Families – located in North Carolina\, empowering youth through outdoor education and fly fishing programs. \n\n\n\n• Lee University Fly Fishing Education – located in Tennessee\, integrating fly fishing into higher education as a tool for stewardship and personal growth. \n\n\n\nFly tyers of all skill levels are welcome to help us meet our pledge of 200 flies per pattern. Each of our fly-tying sessions will focus on one pattern\, but we also collect donated flies that were completed outside of those sessions. \n\n\n\nOur tying schedule is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 22 – pheasant tail nymph\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 26 – elk hair caddis\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26 – soft hackles\, hook size 16-14\n\n\n\n\nBring your own vice and supplies if you have them. Supplies for basic patterns will be provided by SWMTU and others will be available to purchase at Orvis GR. Variants of the pattern (i.e.\, weighted nymphs\, euronymphs\, different body colors) are happily accepted. While this is not a fly-tying class\, assistance will be available. \n\n\n\nPlease register for a free ticket below for each attendee because space is limited. Contact Paige Werner at wernerp2@gmail.com with questions or if you need to cancel after reserving your spot.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tie-a-thon-fly-tying-jan-22
LOCATION:Orvis Grand Rapids\, 1954 Breton Road SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-02-03
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Newaygo Nature Night Out with Kevin Feenstra
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Nature Night Out at Newaygo’s River Stop Cafe\, where guests will enjoy a captivating nature presentation by Kevin Feenstra. Kevin is a local author\, avid photographer\, and owner of Feenstra Guide Service. Join your fellow nature lovers and escape the cabin fever as we dream of outdoor adventures and share stories from the stream.  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join us for this free event hosted by Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited and Trout Unlimited Great Lakes staff.  \n\n\n\nPlease note the event space is on a lower level and is not ADA-accessible. 
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/newaygo-nature-night-out-with-kevin-feenstra
LOCATION:River Stop Cafe\, 52 State Road\, Newaygo\, Michigan\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20260109T004917Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, February 16 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\, February 16\, 2026\, 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-february-2026
LOCATION:Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery\, 452 Ada Dr SE\, Ada\, Michigan\, 49301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:Tie-A-Thon fly tying - February 26
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited is partnering with Orvis Grand Rapids to host fly tying sessions to benefit Tie-A-Thon! \n\n\n\nThis is the 20th year for Tie-A-Thon\, a group based in South Bend\, IN. Tie-A-Thon collects donated flies to support programs focused on healing and education through fly fishing. This has grown into a national movement uniting fly tyers of all skill levels for one shared purpose – to give back through the art of fly tying. \n\n\n\nThis milestone year\, Tie-A-Thon is proud to support five exceptional organizations whose missions use fly fishing to promote healing\, growth\, and education: \n\n\n\n• Reel Recovery – based in Massachusetts\, helping men living with cancer find renewal through fly fishing retreats and fellowship. \n\n\n\n• Casting for Recovery – National – headquartered in Bozeman\, MT\, supporting breast cancer survivors through healing fly fishing experiences across the country. \n\n\n\n• Fishing the Good Fight – based in Colorado\, advancing men’s mental health awareness and connection through fly fishing. \n\n\n\n• Black Mountain Home for Children\, Youth\, and Families – located in North Carolina\, empowering youth through outdoor education and fly fishing programs. \n\n\n\n• Lee University Fly Fishing Education – located in Tennessee\, integrating fly fishing into higher education as a tool for stewardship and personal growth. \n\n\n\nFly tyers of all skill levels are welcome to help us meet our pledge of 200 flies per pattern. Each of our fly-tying sessions will focus on one pattern\, but we also collect donated flies that were completed outside of those sessions. \n\n\n\nOur tying schedule is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 22 – pheasant tail nymph\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 26 – elk hair caddis\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26 – soft hackles\, hook size 16-14\n\n\n\n\nBring your own vice and supplies if you have them. Supplies for basic patterns will be provided by SWMTU and others will be available to purchase at Orvis GR. Variants of the pattern (i.e.\, weighted nymphs\, euronymphs\, different body colors) are happily accepted. While this is not a fly-tying class\, assistance will be available. \n\n\n\nPlease get a free ticket below for each attendee because space is limited. Contact Paige Werner at wernerp2@gmail.com with questions or if you need to cancel after reserving your spot.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tie-a-thon-fly-tying-february-26
LOCATION:Orvis Grand Rapids\, 1954 Breton Road SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-03-03
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20251221T152746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T153002Z
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SUMMARY:Fly Fishing Film Tour - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process\, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. \n\n\n\nThe F3T is more than just the film\, the shows aim to create community\, inspire\, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee\, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors\, local fly shops and more. Come for the action\, stay for the camaraderie\, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back\, drink a beer or your beverage of choice\, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/fly-fishing-film-tour-2026
LOCATION:Wealthy Theatre\, 1130 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:Women 'n Waders
DESCRIPTION:LADIES – Time is running out to join our friends at Mershon-Neumann Heritage Chapter of Trout Unlimited for a women’s only fly fishing event\, Women ‘n Waders! \n\n\n\nIn one day\, you will learn all you need to start fly fishing AND meet new fishing buddies in a relaxed and fun environment. This clinic instructs women in casting\, gear selection\, knots\, fly tying\, choosing a fly\, rod assembly\, and rules and regulations. \n\n\n\nRegister today to save your spot\, then invite your friends to join! Women ‘n Waders takes place on Saturday\, March 21 from 8:15am – 4pm at Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth. Cost is $35\, which includes lunch and handouts. 
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/women-n-waders
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:Tie-A-Thon fly tying - March 26
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited is partnering with Orvis Grand Rapids to host fly tying sessions to benefit Tie-A-Thon! \n\n\n\nThis is the 20th year for Tie-A-Thon\, a group based in South Bend\, IN. Tie-A-Thon collects donated flies to support programs focused on healing and education through fly fishing. This has grown into a national movement uniting fly tyers of all skill levels for one shared purpose – to give back through the art of fly tying. \n\n\n\nThis milestone year\, Tie-A-Thon is proud to support five exceptional organizations whose missions use fly fishing to promote healing\, growth\, and education: \n\n\n\n• Reel Recovery – based in Massachusetts\, helping men living with cancer find renewal through fly fishing retreats and fellowship. \n\n\n\n• Casting for Recovery – National – headquartered in Bozeman\, MT\, supporting breast cancer survivors through healing fly fishing experiences across the country. \n\n\n\n• Fishing the Good Fight – based in Colorado\, advancing men’s mental health awareness and connection through fly fishing. \n\n\n\n• Black Mountain Home for Children\, Youth\, and Families – located in North Carolina\, empowering youth through outdoor education and fly fishing programs. \n\n\n\n• Lee University Fly Fishing Education – located in Tennessee\, integrating fly fishing into higher education as a tool for stewardship and personal growth. \n\n\n\nFly tyers of all skill levels are welcome to help us meet our pledge of 200 flies per pattern. Each of our fly-tying sessions will focus on one pattern\, but we also collect donated flies that were completed outside of those sessions. \n\n\n\nOur tying schedule is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 22 – pheasant tail nymph\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 26 – elk hair caddis\, hook size 18-14\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26 – soft hackles\, hook size 16-14\n\n\n\n\nBring your own vice and supplies if you have them. Supplies for basic patterns will be provided by SWMTU and others will be available to purchase at Orvis GR. Variants of the pattern (i.e.\, weighted nymphs\, euronymphs\, different body colors) are happily accepted. While this is not a fly-tying class\, assistance will be available. \n\n\n\nPlease register for a free ticket below for each attendee because space is limited. Contact Paige Werner at wernerp2@gmail.com with questions or if you need to cancel after reserving your spot.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tie-a-thon-fly-tying-march-26
LOCATION:Orvis Grand Rapids\, 1954 Breton Road SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20251221T155220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T155224Z
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-04-07
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20260320T015143Z
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SUMMARY:Fly Fishing Film Tour - Holland Edition
DESCRIPTION:The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process\, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. \n\n\n\nThe F3T is more than just the film\, the shows aim to create community\, inspire\, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee\, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors\, local fly shops and more. Come for the action\, stay for the camaraderie\, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back\, drink a beer or your beverage of choice\, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. \n\n\n\nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.  \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6 p.m.   |   Film begins at 7 p.m.   |   Cashless Bar\, Contests and Giveaways!
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/fly-fishing-film-tour-holland-edition
LOCATION:Knickerbocker Theatre\, 86 East 8th St\, Holland\, Michigan\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited is excited to announce that registration for our Annual Fundraising Banquet is open! See below for ticket options. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for an evening of celebration\, fellowship\, and the recognition of key individuals who have contributed to the preservation of coldwater streams. This is our biggest event of the year and our primary fundraiser which helps us pursue our mission to conserve\, protect\, and restore our local coldwater watersheds.  \n\n\n\nOur banquet takes place on the evening of Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 at Watermark Country Club in Grand Rapids\, Michigan. We have an awesome lineup of prizes in our bucket raffle\, silent auction\, and live auction. Your ticket includes a plated dinner with parmesan chicken and salmon as entrees. Online registration will close at noon on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026. \n\n\n\nA huge thank you to all the people and businesses that have donated items for the auction! \n\n\n\nCan’t make it to the party? Donate now to support coldwater conservation. \n\n\n\nYour support makes it possible to protect the coldwater rivers of West Michigan. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m. – Doors open\, bar opens\, bucket raffle\, and silent auction\n\n\n\n7:00 p.m. – Plated dinner begins\n\n\n\n8:30 p.m. – Live auction\n\n\n\n\nLocation \n\n\n\nWatermark Country Club\, 1600 Galbraith SE\, Grand Rapids \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTable Sponsor – $1\,250 (10 guest maximum)\n\n\n\n\nDinner for 10 guests\n\n\n\nTicket in table sponsor drawing\n\n\n\n$250 in raffle tickets per table\n\n\n\nPre-event promotion on Schrems TU website and social media as well as recognition in the banquet program\n\n\n\nTo alleviate congestion at the bars\, we are offering table sponsors the option to pre-order bottles of wine. You can choose from Merlot\, Chardonnay\, Pinot Grigio\, or  Cabernet Sauvignon.\n\n\n\n\nIndividual Sponsor – $350\n\n\n\n\nDinner\n\n\n\nTicket in individual sponsor drawing\n\n\n\n$150 in raffle tickets\n\n\n\nPre-event promotion on Schrems TU website and social media as well as recognition in the banquet program\n\n\n\n\nIndividual – $75\n\n\n\n\nDinner\n\n\n\nRaffle ticket x1\n\n\n\n\nDonate to Coldwater Conservation\n\n\n\nCan’t make it to the banquet? Or want to give a little more? Here are some ways you can help: \n\n\n\n\n$50 Donation\n\n\n\n$100 Donation\n\n\n\n$200 Donation\n\n\n\n$500 Donation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease reserve your spot as soon as you can as early registration helps with the planning process. We encourage everyone to register via the ticketing system on this page. You can use any valid credit card to register. \n\n\n\nIf you’d prefer to pay by check or some other method\, please contact Tom Mundt at tommundt@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nIf you run into problems with the ticket system or have other questions\, please contact us at  banquet@swmtu.org. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for an evening of celebration\, fellowship and the recognition of key individuals who have contributed to the preservation of coldwater streams.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/2026-annual-banquet
LOCATION:Watermark Country Club\, 1600 Galbraith SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Banquet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260501T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T235959
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SUMMARY:TU Midwest Regional Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:TU Regional Rendezvous are exciting weekends filled with conservation\, fly fishing\, and camaraderie. This is your chance to connect with TU leaders\, fishing enthusiasts\, and conservationists while enjoying dynamic sessions\, inspiring discussions\, and hands-on activities. This year\, the Midwest’s event will be held in Michigan at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center in Roscommon (~2 hours from Grand Rapids). Tickets start at $150\, onsite lodging available.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/tu-midwest-regional-rendezvous
LOCATION:Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center\, 104 Conservation Dr.\, Roscommon\, Michigan\, 48653\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20251221T155220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T155224Z
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-05-05
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20260320T020406Z
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SUMMARY:Stream Insect Study and Clean Up on Mena Creek
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers needed! Help Trout Unlimited collect important data to monitor the health of Mena Creek\, a coldwater tributary to the White River. \n\n\n\nVolunteers will assist with the collection and identification of stream insects to better understand the quality of Mena Creek. \n\n\n\nIn addition to the stream insect study\, volunteers can also assist with a trash cleanup of the stream. \n\n\n\nNo experience is needed and all ages are welcome. Dress for the weather and bring boots or waders if you have them. Lunch will be provided. More details. \n\n\n\nWe will park and meet here: 43°37’40.2″N 85°53’59.6″W – Mena Creek Access Point\, White Cloud\, Michiga
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/stream-insect-study-and-clean-up-on-mena-creek
LOCATION:Mena Creek Access Point
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
CREATED:20260105T014807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T015052Z
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SUMMARY:Fly Fishing Outing with SWMTU: Coldwater River
DESCRIPTION:Join Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited for some fun on the river!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat better way to enjoy our local watersheds and make new fishing buddies than going fly fishing? No matter your skill level\, join SWMTU for a laid-back day on the water followed by a social outing at a local restaurant. \n\n\n\nWe will have mentors available to help beginner anglers with the basics\, including casting techniques\, fly selection\, knot tying\, reading the water\, and wading safety. Please let us know if you need to borrow a fly rod\, as we will have some available. These events are kid-friendly\, but we recommend ages 8+ for the best experience.  \n\n\n\nMonday\, May 18 at 5-8pmColdwater RiverLocation: Dolan Property? (Exact location TBD)Fish species: TroutDinner and drinks: Nighthawk Food & Spirits\, 6950 Whitneyville Ave SE\, Alto 49302
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/fly-fishing-outing-with-swmtu-coldwater-river
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Membership
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paige Werner":MAILTO:wernerp2@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260602T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260602T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033251
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SUMMARY:SWMTU Board Meetings - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SWMTU Board Meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm.  Monthly board meetings are currently only open to board members and invited guests.  Quarterly membership meetings will be conducted and communicated. The best way to check is to send a General Question from the Contact Us page.
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/swmtu-board-meetings-2026/2026-06-02
LOCATION:WMEAC Office\, 1007 Lake Dr. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Michigan Trout Unlimited Fly Fishing School
DESCRIPTION:Interested in improving your fly-fishing skills? For over 50 years the Michigan Trout Unlimited Fly-Fishing school (TUFFS) has been helping anglers of all skill levels do just that! \n\n\n\nDrawing students from across the country\, TUFFS is one of the nation’s premiere Fly-Fishing schools. Held every June on the banks of the Boardman River this three-day immersion covers  everything from fundamentals to advanced topics and techniques. With a student to instructor ratio of 3:1 (or less) our all-volunteer team of dedicated\, passionate instructors will help you “take it to the next level.” The TUFFS program includes distinct curricula for novice\, intermediate\, and advanced anglers. The school consists of classroom presentations & discussions\, and outdoor instruction on the lawn\, ponds\, and in the Boardman River including both demonstrations & hands-on learning. Optional evening activities include fly-tying\, casting games\, sharing stories\, and fishing. 
URL:https://swmtu.org/swmtu-event/michigan-trout-unlimited-fly-fishing-school
LOCATION:Ranch Rudolph\, 6841 Brown Bridge Rd\, Traverse City\, Michigan\, 49696\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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