Paul H. Young, Trout Unlimited

Paul H. Young, Trout Unlimited The Paul H. Our Chapter has over 50 years of cold water conservation. Named after Paul H.

Young Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a non-profit grassroots organization in metropolitan Detroit whose mission is to conserve, protect and enhance the watersheds which support wild trout and salmon. Young, a cane rod builder and fly-fishing pioneer from Detroit, the Paul H. Young Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a non-profit grassroots organization in metro Detroit whose mission is To conserve, prote

ct and restore North America’s coldwater fisheries and their watersheds starting with our deeply rooted ties here in Michigan.

Last call! Our spring getaway at Camp Wa Wa Sum is for fishing, making new friends, giving back to the resource, and may...
05/27/2026

Last call! Our spring getaway at Camp Wa Wa Sum is for fishing, making new friends, giving back to the resource, and maybe winning a prize for the largest catch. Arrive Friday noon or later and leave by noon on Sunday. As usual, you will be expected to bring your own towels, linens, toiletries, snacks and sleeping bag. Food will be provided starting Saturday morning.

Wait... "maybe winning a prize for the largest catch”?? Yep. We are hosting our First Annual PHYTU Single Fly Tournament! Everyone will be given the chosen fly, and you’ll have until midnight Saturday to show your skills. First Place goes to the largest trout, second to the most types of trout and accidentally caught fish. Third prize goes to the best story or tale told during the weekend. Flies and rule sheet will be given to you upon arrival. You’ll have all Friday and most of Saturday to win your bragging rights.

Saturday morning begins with breakfast at 7:45 and then it's off to help Bob Thorsen continue his multi-decade bug survey database on the Manistee. Dinner is at 6:00ish. Apart from these defined activities, the weekend is for fishing, swapping stories, and making new friends. We plan on repairing the cedar tree cages after noon on Sunday. That’s voluntary, but it’s a beautiful stretch of the South Branch.

Mark your calendars and buy your tickets now! A number of members have been getting two or more friends together for the weekend. That's perfect - they do not have to be TU members. Camp Wa Wa Sum is a great venue, a historical throwback, and of course, there is the screened in porch overlooking the Holy Waters...

Register now for the Spring Getaway Weekend. The number of beds is limited. Click here: https://www.paulyoungtu.org/index.php/events/spring-wa-wa-sum-weekend

Our spring getaway at Camp Wa Wa Sum is for fishing, making new friends, giving back to the resource, and maybe winning ...
05/10/2026

Our spring getaway at Camp Wa Wa Sum is for fishing, making new friends, giving back to the resource, and maybe winning a prize for the largest catch. Arrive Friday noon or later and leave by noon on Sunday. As usual, you will be expected to bring your own towels, linens, toiletries, snacks and sleeping bag. Food will be provided starting Saturday morning.

Wait... "maybe winning a prize for the largest catch”?? Yep. We are hosting our First Annual PHYTU Single Fly Tournament! Everyone will be given the chosen fly, and you’ll have until midnight Saturday to show your skills. First Place goes to the largest trout, second to the most types of trout and accidentally caught fish. Third prize goes to the best story or tale told during the weekend. Flies and rule sheet will be given to you upon arrival. You’ll have all Friday and most of Saturday to win your bragging rights.

Saturday morning begins with breakfast at 7:45 and then it's off to help Bob Thorsen continue his multi-decade bug survey database on the Manistee. Dinner is at 6:00ish. Apart from these defined activities, the weekend is for fishing, swapping stories, and making new friends. We plan on repairing the cedar tree cages after noon on Sunday. That’s voluntary, but it’s a beautiful stretch of the South Branch.

Mark your calendars and buy your tickets now! A number of members have been getting two or more friends together for the weekend. That's perfect - they do not have to be TU members. Camp Wa Wa Sum is a great venue, a historical throwback, and of course, there is the screened in porch overlooking the Holy Waters...

Register now for the Spring Getaway Weekend. The number of beds is limited. Click here: https://www.paulyoungtu.org/index.php/events/spring-wa-wa-sum-weekend

Join us for a half-day Women’s Fly Fishing class organized by Flygirl Lisa Paisley and the Clinton Valley Trout Unlimite...
05/08/2026

Join us for a half-day Women’s Fly Fishing class organized by Flygirl Lisa Paisley and the Clinton Valley Trout Unlimited. We will cover equipment, knots, hatch charts, how to cast, and how to land a fish. A group of Flygirls helps with the class, and an FFI certified instructor will teach the casting. After lunch we invite you to fish with us to practice your new skills. We will fish from the boardwalk. No waders are required. Dress for the weather. Please let the women in your life know about this fun event! The course is offered by the Clinton Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited. All equipment will be provided for the class.

The fee is $25. We will provide coffee, cookies and lunch. Participants will receive an Orvis Comfy Grip Kit (retail value $35), a manual, and flies. We will have a drawing and one lucky winner will go home with an Orvis Encounter rod, reel and case.

Once we are all fished out, we invite you to join us at the nearby Michigan By The Bottle and to socialize and support a local business. They have great wine slushies!

STEP 1-Go to https://clintonvalleytu.com/womens-fly-fishing-101/ and click the Buy Now button to pay the $25 registration fee.

STEP 2- Go to https://clintonvalleytu.com/womens-fly-fishing-101/ and click the Register Here button to let us know your email, phone number and if you are right or left handed.

Register by May 25th, Register soon! Class size is limited.

Please direct any questions to: [email protected]

Join Trout Unlimited today at the special introductory rate of just $17.50. Help protect and restore our nation's magnif...
05/01/2026

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.

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

Special thank you to everyone who was able to make it out to the sign dedication event last Saturday at Fish Hatchery Pa...
05/01/2026

Special thank you to everyone who was able to make it out to the sign dedication event last Saturday at Fish Hatchery Park. Mayor Brian Turnbull dedicates the new sign and is clearly excited about the new trout season!

Please join us in Northville at Hatchery Park this TOMORROW morning at 10:00. Why? Johnson Creek is a "Type 1" stream an...
04/24/2026

Please join us in Northville at Hatchery Park this TOMORROW morning at 10:00. Why? Johnson Creek is a "Type 1" stream and will be officially open for trout fishing.

Yes! Johnson Creek has resident trout. But being a Type 1 stream means the DNR has certain rules about when and how to fish on this stream. The sign shown above is the result of our Chapter, the DNR and the Northville Parks and Recreation Department. On it is what you need to know.

Bob Batchik, President of Paul H Young and Connor Adams of Northville Parks and Rec are shown with the completed installation. The final step is Saturday morning with Northville Mayor Brian Turnbull presiding over the dedication...and showing his excitement for the new trout season. All are welcome and we hope to see you!

Clinton Valley Trout Unlimited's Trout Madness Raffle is kicking off, get your tickets today! Funds raised through Trout...
04/02/2026

Clinton Valley Trout Unlimited's Trout Madness Raffle is kicking off, get your tickets today! Funds raised through Trout Madness help support ongoing restoration work on Paint Creek, improved habitat for wild trout in Southeast Michigan, conservation and stewardship across the Clinton River watershed, and TU's broader mission of protecting and restoring coldwater fisheries. Over 350 of the 1,000 tickets are already spoken for, so take advantage today before the drawing on April 14th.

Get your tickets today: https://clintonvalleytu.com/trout-madness-raffle/

New Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy webinar series coming your way! The first of three will ...
04/01/2026

New Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy webinar series coming your way! The first of three will be on April 15th from 9-10 am.

What’s happening with didymo in Michigan waters? Following detections in four Lower Peninsula cold water rivers from 2021-24, has didymo fallen off the radar? Not for Lake Superior State University’s Ashley Moerke and Trout Unlimited’s Bryan Burroughs. They will provide an update on didymo status and trends based on survey data from across the state and discuss the relationship between water chemistry and didymo blooms. Learn about Trout Unlimited’s citizen science program and how you can get involved in expanding didymo monitoring efforts.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SRUYNUEDSQ6k3ovl1upXtA #/registration

Join PHYTU for our upcoming movie night on March 12th! 🍿The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th a...
03/10/2026

Join PHYTU for our upcoming movie night on March 12th! 🍿The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year promises to be a landmark event, as the tour kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe. 🎣

Featuring stunning cinematography, compelling narratives, and adrenaline-filled moments on the water, the 20th Annual F3T is a tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring fly fishing culture that has grown with the tour over the past twenty years. This year’s lineup dives deeper than ever—spotlighting wild places, inspiring conservation stories, and the dedicated individuals who live and breathe fly fishing. Whether you’re a lifelong angler or new to the sport, the 2026 tour delivers a cinematic journey that’s sure to cast a lasting impression.

In addition to the films, attendees can expect exclusive giveaways, special guests, and the kind of camaraderie that only fly fishing can inspire. Whether you're a lifelong angler or just discovering the sport, the 20th Annual F3T delivers an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Get your tickets here (or under the Donate Now! tab on PHYTU website): https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/23YEVEL89W5LU

Learn more: www.flyfilmtour.com

🕗When: 7:00 pm, March 12th
📍Where: Emagine in Novi

On February 9th, a coalition of Michigan conservation organizations—including Michigan TU—filed expert testimony with th...
02/26/2026

On February 9th, a coalition of Michigan conservation organizations—including Michigan TU—filed expert testimony with the Michigan Public Service Commission opposing Consumers Energy’s proposed sale of 13 hydroelectric dams to an out‑of‑state private equity firm. These dams sit on five of Michigan’s most iconic rivers: the Au Sable, Manistee, Muskegon, Grand, and Kalamazoo. Together, they shape the coldwater fisheries, communities, and outdoor traditions we work every day to protect.

You can read the full press release here: https://michigantu.org/core-values/reconnect/press-release-%C2%B7-february-10-2026/

The testimony, submitted by the Environmental Law & Policy Center on behalf of five leading conservation groups, outlines serious concerns about the risks this sale would create for Michigan’s rivers and for the public. Experts in hydrology, economics, energy policy, fisheries, and bankruptcy law all reached the same conclusion: transferring these aging dams to a private equity buyer—one with no long‑term operational track record—would increase environmental risks, reduce public oversight, and likely shift future liabilities onto Michigan taxpayers.

We encourage members to explore the Michigan Public Service Commission docket for Case U‑21985 and read some of the testimony firsthand. It provides a clear picture of what is at stake for our rivers and our communities: https://mi-psc.my.site.com/s/case/500cs000016QyW1AAK/in-the-matter-of-the-application-of-consumers-energy-company-for-approval-of-the-sale-of-its-river-hydroelectric-generating-fleet-related-power-purchase-agreement-and-other-relief

We’ve seen what happens when private owners fail to maintain critical infrastructure. The catastrophic failures at the Edenville and Sanford Dams, and the bankruptcy of the Au Train Dam, left communities devastated and taxpayers footing enormous bills. We cannot allow history to repeat itself thirteen more times.

To help members better understand the issues and the broader implications for Michigan and the Midwest, we invite you to join the Environmental Law & Policy Center, Michigan Trout Unlimited, and Anglers of the Au Sable for an ELPC Thinks conversation on Thursday, March 5 at 1 p.m. ET. If you care about fishing in iconic blue‑ribbon trout streams, protecting river habitat and biodiversity, and ensuring sensible energy policy and fair rates, this discussion will be invaluable.

Register here: ELPC Thinks Webinar: A Bad Deal for Midwest Rivers: The Proposed Sale of Michigan Dams to Private Equity (https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4617707412035/WN_JqRZI2-WQi-Z6AOnMcKoIQ #/registration)

As this case moves forward, we will continue to advocate for decisions that protect our fisheries, safeguard our communities, and ensure that any future dam transitions prioritize ecological health and public accountability. We will keep you informed as the MPSC reviews the testimony and considers next steps.

Thank you for standing with us. Your voice, your engagement, and your commitment to Michigan’s rivers make this work possible.

(From Gabe Schneider of Michigan TU)

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