Headwaters Chapter of Trout Unlimited

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Headwaters Chapter of Trout Unlimited Serving Michigan's Northeast Lower Michigan Lower Peninsula The name “Headwaters” is very appropriate for the area in which we serve.

The Headwaters Chapter was first founded in 1975, by three avid fly-fishermen from the Ga***rd area: Fred Snook, Dave Smethurst, and James Stock. Since those days in the 1970’s, the Headwaters Chapter has grown to encompass five Northeast Lower Michigan counties: Otsego, Cheboygan, Presque Isle, Alpena, and Montmorency. There are more than 630 miles of “Blue Ribbon” trout streams that begin in our region. This does not include the rivers, streams, and tributaries that do not have this designation, but are still beautiful places to fish for trout.

Announcing the 2026-2027 Tie One On Series! HTU will be bringing tie one on events to the locations found in the flyer b...
09/23/2026

Announcing the 2026-2027 Tie One On Series!

HTU will be bringing tie one on events to the locations found in the flyer below.

All events are free, materials and equipment will be provided by Headwaters TU. You are welcome to bring your own vise and materials as well.

Please RSVP following the directions in the flyer.

Cheboygan Brewing Company
Snowbelt Brewing Company
CRAVE Pasta Pizza Pub
The Thirsty Sturgeon
Michigan Trout Unlimited

Thanks to all who came out to help with the cedar tree project yesterday at the Deward Tract on the Manistee River. A li...
08/23/2026

Thanks to all who came out to help with the cedar tree project yesterday at the Deward Tract on the Manistee River. A little bit of rain didn’t stop us.

Join us at the Pigeon River Country Discovery Center to tie some flies and practice casting! Details found in the attach...
07/09/2026

Join us at the Pigeon River Country Discovery Center to tie some flies and practice casting! Details found in the attached photo.

06/27/2026

Support the conservation of 67 acres along the Au Sable River. Help us protect vital ecosystems and preserve this natural treasure.

05/30/2026
Join Trout Unlimited today at the special introductory rate of just $17.50. Help protect and restore our nation's magnif...
05/02/2026

Join Trout Unlimited today at the special introductory rate of just $17.50. Help protect and restore our nation's magnificent trout and salmon fisheries. This low rate is for new members only and $15 of your $17.50 will go to your local chapter (more if you join at a higher membership level).

PLUS for an extra ten bucks we’ll send you an item from our overstocked inventory. You’ll get a mystery gift along with the pleasure of knowing you’re doing a little more to support TU’s great work.

https://crm.tu.org/eweb/SnapFormsDonations.aspx?instance=intro&tu_source=022&marketing_source=&marketing_campaign=&chapter=022&

05/02/2026
04/08/2026

Spring is almost here, and trout season is right around the corner!

That means it’s time for one of northern Michigan’s favorite kick-off traditions.

Join us for the 48th Annual Headwaters Trout Unlimited Spring Banquet and Silent Auction on April 18, 2026 at the Knights of Columbus in Ga***rd.

This annual fundraiser brings the community together for a high-energy evening filled with bucket raffles, silent auction packages featuring premium gear and unforgettable trips, live music, and unique items and experiences that highlight the impact of the Headwaters Chapter across our region.

Every ticket supports local conservation efforts that protect cold, clean water and sustain healthy trout fisheries. The work begins here at home, and this event helps make it possible year after year.

Tickets are available .headwaterstu.org or message for more information about purchasing a physical ticket.

Mark the calendar, invite a friend, and get ready to head into trout opener season with purpose.

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Ga***rd, MI
49735

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