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Bringing Kentucky together through our waterways : Every river needs a champion. BGTU welcomes members of all skill levels and ages!

Bluegrass Trout Unlimited (BGTU) is Kentucky’s only chapter of Trout Unlimited - a national non-profit focused on conserving, protecting, and restoring America’s waterways on which we all depend. Our mission is to bring together diverse interests to care for and recover rivers and streams so our children can experience the joy of wild and native trout. Our volunteers work year round to bring together anglers, businesses, schools, non-profits, and individuals who are passionate about: fishing, conservation, education, and community. We have a number of local and regional programs dedicated to facilitating our key goals including Trout in the Classroom (TIC), fly casting clinics, trash cleanups, trout stocking, Embrace A Stream - outdoor classroom at Veteran's Park, Talk and Tie nights and more! Join or renew today, come on out to one of our events, or send us a message to learn more!

10/12/2026

*TONIGHT* Come tie some flies and chat with local anglers October 12 from 6-8PM at Boonedogs Lexington!

Local legend Quinn will be showing us how to tie a fly called the Brassie!

We will have multiple tables reserved and you can come at any time and stay for any amount of time.

You do not have to be a fly fisher in order to attend — all skill levels, children and pets are welcome. We will have some fly tying experts on hand with some extra materials for anyone who is interested in learning the basics of fly tying.

Come to chat, learn about Bluegrass Trout Unlimited, tie flies, tell fishing stories, eat a hot dog, grab a drink, or all of the above!

What: Talk and Tie night with Bluegrass Trout Unlimited
Who: Anyone! (adults, kids, pets, anglers, non-anglers)
Date: October 12
Time: 6-8PM
Location: Boonedogs Lexington

10/10/2026

Yes we know it’s drizzling, but our tree week event is still happening. There’s plenty of shelter under the beautiful trees we will be identifying. Come on out any time between 12 and 2 and learn something new !

Full event info:

Can you hear the song of the river? Help learn its voice in a trash pick-up/water loving tree ID event with Bluegrass Trout Unlimited! This event is led by our amazing volunteers Kasey Nicole and Sonya Bush !

We’ll be beautifying the waterway and identifying trees around West Hickman Creek at Veterans Park with BGTU on October 10th! Learn to ID the trees that love water as much as you do, like American Sycamore, Bald Cypress, and River Birch. Meeting at noon at the outdoor classroom, we’ll provide tree ID kits and trash pick-up supplies for a fun-filled volunteer event!

Special directions: Close-toed shoes recommended, will be walking around the creek and in low brush.

Parking: Park near Shelter One if possible, signs will point to the outdoor classroom. Park at Picnic Shelter 1, walk down the hill and left onto the path towards the bridge. Cross the bridge, and the classroom is on the right!

10/08/2026

Can you hear the song of the river? Help learn its voice in a trash pick-up/water loving tree ID event with Bluegrass Trout Unlimited! This event is led by our amazing volunteers Kasey Nicole and Sonya Bush !

We’ll be beautifying the waterway and identifying trees around West Hickman Creek at Veterans Park with BGTU on October 10th! Learn to ID the trees that love water as much as you do, like American Sycamore, Bald Cypress, and River Birch. Meeting at noon at the outdoor classroom, we’ll provide tree ID kits and trash pick-up supplies for a fun-filled volunteer event!

Special directions: Close-toed shoes recommended, will be walking around the creek and in low brush.

Parking: Park near Shelter One if possible, signs will point to the outdoor classroom. Park at Picnic Shelter 1, walk down the hill and left onto the path towards the bridge. Cross the bridge, and the classroom is on the right!

10/06/2026

Trout stocking and trash pickup volunteer opportunity tomorrow, October 7 at Bark Camp Creek starting at 11am. We will pick up trash from 11-12 with Sun KYst Sticks and Stones and then stock trout with Kentucky Fish & Wildlife ! For full event details see our current events link in our bio ! Hope to see you there !

10/03/2026

Join us this Sunday at BGTU’s Embrace A Stream Outdoor Classroom along West Hickman Creek in Veterans Park on Sunday October 4, 2026.

*THIS EVENT IS STREAM KEEPERS ELIGIBLE (bring your passport for a stamp, or get a new passport at this event)*

We’re seeking volunteers to help:

- remove invasive plants (from small weeds to honeysuckle bushes/trees)
- plant native plants
- clean and install signs
- stack fallen limbs and sticks into bug habitat piles
- sand and seal wooden benches

This is an opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering and preserving our local environment. Whether you’re a chapter member or someone wanting to learn more about Trout Unlimited, we welcome your help! This event is free and open to the public, all are welcome!

BGTU will provide yard waste bags and a small quantity of gloves and hand tools. Please bring your own gloves, shovels, rakes, glasses, etc if possible. We recommend wearing lightweight pants, long sleeve shirts, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and appropriate footwear for walking in dense vegetation or in the creek if desired.

Bring a water bottle and bring some snacks if you need them!

We look forward to seeing you at the creek!

Google maps link to classroom:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Gk6orrFeWkvLhKrA9

Directions: Park at Picnic Shelter 1, walk down the hill and left onto the path towards the bridge. Cross the bridge, and the classroom is on the right!

09/19/2026

We have a packed fall coming up y’all, with even more events to come !!! Mark your calendars and join us for some fish fun!!!

07/24/2026

*ATTENTION PEOPLE WHO LIKE TAKING SHOWERS AND TROUT (separately)*

Noble Crow Soaps will be The Void Sake Co. tonight (Friday 7/24) at their night market from 5-10 PM with RAINBOW TROUT THEMED SOAP ! All proceeds of this soap will go towards purchasing new plants for bank stabilization at our outdoor classroom at Veteran’s Park! Go show our local businesses some love, and support conservation while you’re at it !

Can’t make the market? No problem! Venmo -Wilson to reserve your limited edition trout soap today !!

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Lexington, KY

Website

https://linktr.ee/BluegrassTroutUnlimited

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