Embrace-a-Stream Grant Announced
The Chattahoochee River Wild Trout Improvement Project was selected as a 2019 Embrace-a-Stream Grant recipient (one of 29 across the country). EAS is a matching grant program administered by Trout Unlimited that awards funds to TU chapters and councils for coldwater fisheries conservation. In partnership with the Chattahoochee River National Recreational Area, the Georgia Department […]
Georgia Chapter Scores Big at National Meeting
The Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited was awarded the Gold Trout Award at the 2019 annual meeting of Trout Unlimited in Rogers, Ark. The Gold Trout Award, TU’s highest award for chapters, recognizes the top chapter across the United States (out of 386) that took initiative and thoughtful approaches over the year to building […]
Clean My Water Campaign
Whether you’re fishing, hiking or enjoying a picnic, always remember to pick up your trash when you leave. https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaTroutUnlimited/videos/10155400267087155/
Take It With You When You Go
Good article on the importance of clean water from Gink and Gasoline (with a mention of the #CLEANMYWATER campaign now underway by the Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited). http://www.ginkandgasoline.com/conservation/take-it-with-you-when-you-go/
Sam Rizzio Youth Fly Fishing Clinic
The Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited hosted 31 children for the Sam Rizzio Youth Fly Fishing & Conservation Clinic at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. The clinic provided basic instruction in all phases of fly fishing, including fly casting, knot tying, insect identification and conservation. Instructors worked with the students to provide individualized instruction and […]
UCCTU Hosts Fly Fishing Clinic
The Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited recently held its first Fly Fishing Clinic for women and girls (16+). The one-half day clinic, held at the Chattahoochee Nature Center, introduced participants to the basics of fly fishing and stream conservation. The event was organized in conjunction with Alpharetta Outfitters. Several learning stations were set up […]
Sam Rizzio Youth Fly Fishing Clinic
More than 30 boys and girls participated in the Sam Rizzio Youth Fly Fishing & Conservation Clinic April 22 at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. The clinic provided basic instruction in all phases of fly-fishing, including fly-casting, knot tying, insect identification and conservation. The event was sponsored by the Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited and […]
City Kids Learn About Biology, Chemistry and Conservation
Teachers are always on the lookout for programs that will get students actively engaged beyond textbooks and lectures. In conjunction with the Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited, students at Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School raised trout through the Trout in the Classroom program to help stock the Chattahoochee River. Story via The Atlanta […]
Chapter Sponsors Autumn on the River
The Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited will sponsor “Autumn on the River,” its annual fundraiser, Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 6-9 p.m. at Ipolito’s in Roswell. Tickets are $50 (online) or $60 (onsite). In addition to select films from the Orvis Fly Fishing Film Fest, the event will include raffles as well as silent and […]
Lott Receives Outstanding Outreach and Partnership Award
Georgia Adopt-A-Stream recognized William (Bill) A. Lott with the Outstanding Outreach and Partnership award. This award is given to the group or individual who has demonstrated skill in effectively implementing Adopt-A-Stream outreach efforts and has created a strong network of community partnerships. Lott is the Conservation and Advocacy Chair for the Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of […]
