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2016 Annual Report
To garner a better understanding of the Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited Chapter (conservation projects, special educational programs and annual budget) review the 2016 Annual Report. [gview file=”https://swmtu.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/2016-SWMTU-Annual-Report.pdf”]
Salmon in the Classroom
Hudsonville Christian School, one of the schools Schrems supports with our “Salmon in the Classroom” program, had a smolt release today! To learn more about the Schrems TU sponsored Salmon in the Classroom program click here.
Women on the Water Weekend Getaway
The Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited Chapter is proud to present a women’s only weekend at Gates Lodge on August 4 - 6, 2017.
Volunteers Needed – Sept., 9 & 10
Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited is participating in the Sportsmen for Youth event in Muskegon County on Saturday, September 10, 2016 from 9am-3pm. Come out and show your support! Enjoy a wonderful day either volunteering with SWMTU or as an event attendee – bring along the kids, grandchildren, nieces or nephews for a what is sure to be a memorable experience. Volunteers are needed to help with the following: September 9 & 10 Set-up, Fri., Sept. 9, 12-4pm (3 volunteers) Work Event, Sat., Sept. 10, 9am-3pm Meet/Greet, Drawing Sign-up, TU Membership Sign-up (2-5 volunteers) Fly Tying Demos (1 more volunteer...
Volunteers Needed – Buck Creek Clean Up
Buck Creek Clean Up August 13th Schrems TU in conjunction with local municipalities has been awarded a $25,000 grant to assess the water quality in the Buck Creek watershed over the next two years. Currently Buck Creek is a coldwater resource, but highly threatened because of its urban nature. It is very rare to find coldwater in this type of setting, which is why Schrems TU and others like the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Lower Grand River Organization of Watersheds have highlighted Buck Creek as a high need stream. The grant that we received from The Department of...
Fish Farm Litigation Update
For Immediate Release April 18, 2016 For More Information Contact David Waymire 517-290-3610 Permit fight over Au Sable Fish factory goes to DEQ Director Anglers of the Au Sable submits evidence showing permit will allow pollution, harm water quality and blue ribbon trout fishery An important battle for the future of the Au Sable River has reached a key point. River conservation and fishing organizations on Friday provided final testimony showing the permit issued in 2014 by the Department of Environmental Quality to allow an industrial scale fish farm to operate would open the door to pollution and degradation of...
Annual Banquet Silent Auction & Bucket Raffle Items
Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited Chapter Annual Banquet Tuesday, April 19, 2016 Watermark Country Club, Grand Rapids Michigan Reservations Below you will find a very impressive list of donated items from businesses, companies, artists, SWMTU friends and family from near and far – extending a very special thank you to everyone who donated! By attending the banquet and by participating in the live auction, bidding in the silent auction or purchasing raffle tickets – you help Schrems in their coldwater conservation efforts. (List as of 3.27.16) Silent Auction Items Derek DeYoung framed print (2nd type) “Haddock’s Pool” by Dave Vanden...
Michigan Fly Fishing History & Fly Tying Event
Michigan Fly Fishing History & Fly Tying Event Rockford Brewing Co. Saturday, March 26, 2016 12 E. Bridge St., Rockford 12noon – 4:30pm $10 p/p – Register by Thursday, March 24. (salad/pizza/breadsticks included and brews available for purchase) TU members and future members are welcome! Register below through Paypal. Call Jeff @ 616.514.7121 for event questions and call Chris @ 616.550.9380 for tying related questions FLY FISHING HISTORY Per person $10.00 USD Your name(s) Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with your SWMTU friends and partners on Saturday, March 26 at Rockford Brewing Company. 12-12:30pm – Lunch & Social 12:30-1:30pm – Michigan...
2016 Banquet Live Auction Items
SCHREMS WEST MICHIGAN CHAPTER TROUT UNLIMITED 2016 BANQUET LIVE AUCTION ITEMS This year there will be an after dinner live auction of the follow items. Remember to bid high and bid often – the dollars raised at this event help support the chapter in their effort on conservation, restoration, and research projects; as well as, related educational and informative learning experiences. Box #5 (of 50) Commemorative Fly Box made for Trout Unlimited’s 50th Anniversary and a copy of Philosophy of Trout Unlimited by Art Neumann (signed). RON BARCH CUSTOM MADE SPLIT BAMBOO FLY ROD Nationally recognized master rod maker...
Au Sable vs Fish Farm Presentation
For those of you who were unable to attend the SWMTU hosted public forum on the Au Sable River and the proposed fish farm on January 28, 2016 at the Grand Rapids Public Library – below is a copy of the presentation from Tom Baird, President, Anglers of Au Sable. How can you help? Be informed, tell others about is going on and support this effort financially. Anglers of the Au Sable will start court proceedings/hearings/trial on February 8, 2016. The scientific and legal team leading up to this point has been critical, but comes at an expense. Moving forward...
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