Conserving, protecting and enhancing Colorado’s coldwater fisheries through volunteerism, education and outreach.
The Grand Prize Kube 8” 5 wt Quad Bamboo Rod Full day Arkansas River float for 2 Tenkara Suzume fly rod with line Large arbor reel with 5 wt line Large fly box with 20+ dozen flies Custom net by David Dudra Fishpond Dakota Rod Case Brave 4k action camera Read More …
West Denver TU is hosting a fly tying night, led by Fred Portillo. All levels of tiers are welcome. Even if you don’t tie, come out to socialize, have a beer, maybe something to eat, and have fun. Tuesday, May 16,2023 For more info contact Fred Portillo. The location is Read More …
Colorado Parks & Wildlife recently published their first advertisement for a women’s fishing clinic at Lake Lehow, the CPW facility near Waterton Canyon on Sunday. The free Women’s Fly Fishing 101 introductory session is Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. A 201-river experience will be scheduled Read More …
Dan Pass, long time Chapter member, supporter, and volunteer offered a class on stream entomology at Clear Creek near Prospect Park last Sunday for our Meetup followers. He was assisted by Keith Greenwell and John Semich. Based on the success of this class, we are willing to offer it to Read More …
The Chapter has a long and proud history of working to restore, preserve and protect the Clear Creek watershed. If you would like to participate in one or more of our conservation activities, contact Keith Greenwell. Click HERE to view the interactive Clear Creek Watershed Conservation Projects Map Current activities Read More …
In 2020 and 2021, the West Denver Trout Unlimited spearheaded a Clear Creek-wide integrated planning effort to develop projects to enhance environmental resources and to promote sustainable watershed health practices. The project brought many stakeholders together to build consensus around stewardship and recreational opportunities on the river in close collaboration Read More …
WDTU recently completed a project for the Windy Peak Outdoor Lab School. The school had a need for better personal flotation device storage. WDTU volunteers collaborated on a storage unit design, construction, and installation. The new storage unit will help keep PFDs organized and safe from elements including pests who Read More …
Again for the 6th year WDTU will be collecting fishing equipment for native American youths. We can use any spinning or casting equipment including rods, reels, hooks, lures,, line, etc. WDTU donates this equipment to a group called One Nation Walking Together. They will distribute the equipment to native Americans Read More …
West Denver TU needs flies for the Fantasy Raffle. When you are at the bench, think about tying up a dozen or two for WDTU. You can bring them to a meeting or contact Ed Calmus and your donation will be picked up. The Fantasy Raffle provides a fun way Read More …
Colorado River Watch WDTU participates in the Colorado River Watch water quality monitoring program. Led by WDTU member Dennis Wiles, we will start the Clear Creek River Watch sampling in April. The sampling on Clear Creek will take place monthly from April through November. We will meet at the Mayhem Read More …