Environmental education is extremely important to shape the new generations of outdoor enthusiasts. Without people who care about our natural resources and enjoy outdoor recreation, grass-roots organizations such as Trout Unlimited would struggle to survive.
*Also visit TU National’s website www.tu.org and check out their Tackle Box for other youth education ideas
Below you will find a list of schools that are participating in the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Salmon in the Classroom Program. These schools have been sponsored by the associated Trout Unlimited Chapter.
Clinton Valley Chapter
Fred Warra Chapter
Headwaters Chapter
Kalamazoo Valley Chapter
Paul H. Young Chapter
Frank "Bob" Perrin - Lansing Chapter
Schrems West Michigan Chapter
Two Heart Chapter
William B. Mershon Chapter
Miller Van Winkle
Location: Ranch Rudolph (12 miles south of Traverse City - on the Boardman River) - Visit their website!
The Michigan Trout Unlimited Fly Fishing School is indeed one of the country's finest. The school runs from Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. Beginners are instructed in the basics of fly casting and fly fishing and are introduced to a wide variety of angling interests. Experienced fly fishers will improve their skills, technique and knowledge of the sport. Even experts are sure to learn something new.
The School's courteous and highly talented instructors provide challenging and constructive guidance to students of all skill levels. More importantly, there are plenty of instructors on hand to assure very personalized attention.
Three levels of instruction are offered. The beginner level of instruction is for people who have never tried fly casting before. Intermediate instruction is designed for those with some fly fishing experience who want to brush up on fundamentals and casting techniques while learning more about their application. Advanced instruction is reserved for those whose skills are proficient and who want to learn more challenging techniques and methods.