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4th Annual Redd Survey Program Training on Saturday, October 31, 2026

by SteveH | Oct 7, 2026 | Work Day

You are invited to participate in the 4th Annual Redd Survey Program Training on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Wisconsin DNR Wild Rose Fisheries Habitat Station in Wild Rose. Redd surveys are one of the most effective ways volunteers can contribute to trout...

Trophy Trout and Why Conservation Matters

by SteveH | Sep 23, 2026 | Monthly Program/Event

With support from TU CARES, Chris Firkus developed the 2025 Mecan River Watershed Management Plan. He’ll kick things off with a look at what the plan has revealed, current conservation projects, and the future of coldwater conservation in Central Wisconsin....

Annual Conservation Banquet

by SteveH | Aug 17, 2026 | Banquet

Banquet AwardsIn 2024, the chapter created a new award in honor of longtime member Elward Engle called the Elward Engle Conservation Award. This award is meant to be given to a person or organization that exhibits outstanding efforts toward conservation related to...

Work Day August 15th at 7:45 am Davies Creek

by SteveH | Jul 16, 2026 | Work Day

Happy August, folks. Our 4th workday will be occurring on Saturday, August 15th. We’ll start around 7:45 am with coffee and donuts after which we’ll head to the Davies Creek to do stream improvement with the help of Shawn and his DNR crew. We will wrap things up with...

Canoe for sale

by SteveH | Jul 15, 2026 | General

Central Wisconsin Trout Unlimited is offering this rare handcrafted wooden canoe for sale. This canoe was generously donated to support conservation efforts and Trout Unlimited programs. Inspired by the legendary E.M. White 20´ Guide Canoe, the West Branch Y-Stern is...

Canceled: Summer Picnic Meeting on the Shores of Lake Poygan

by SteveH | Jun 8, 2026 | Chapter Meeting

The June Board meeting, picnic, and casting event is canceled due to the forecast of inclement weather.CWTU News Reach UsWe will get back to you as soon as we can.Central Wisconsin Trout UnlimitedPO Box 3041Oshkosh WI ...

CWTU workday June 20, 2026

by SteveH | Jun 6, 2026 | Work Day

Our 2nd workday will occur on Saturday, June 20th. We’ll start around 7:45 am with coffee and donuts, after which we’ll head to the Mecan River to do stream improvement with the help of Shawn and his DNR crew. We will wrap things up with lunch around noon. We are...

Navigating a Successful Fishing Trip. May 13th 7:15 pm

by SteveH | May 6, 2026 | Chapter Meeting

Join us on May 13th for an engaging and informative presentation, Navigating a Successful Fishing Trip, led by Stephen Nelson. This presentation will focus on how to effectively use the Trout Routes app to elevate your fishing experiences—from identifying productive...

Trout River Series, Part 3, March 28, 2026

by SteveH | Mar 16, 2026 | Chapter Meeting

Join us for Part 3 of our four-part series exploring the trout streams of Central Wisconsin. Whether you're a seasoned angler or have never held a fly rod, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and talk fishing with fellow anglers. This month’s focus: The...

Tips Night, April?

by SteveH | Mar 9, 2026 | Chapter Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Chapter of Trout Unlimited has a TIP for you. All you have to do is attend the March Meeting, held at the Winneconne Library, on March 11th, at 7:15pm. Bob Haase is going to share some of his fly tying and fly-fishing tips to help you catch more...