Welcome to the Rocky River Chapter of Trout Unlimited (RRTU) in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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We are committed to the mission of our national organization to Protect, Restore and Sustain our cold water natural resources. We are passionate about fly fishing and preserving for future generations the joy of standing in a clean, burbling stream to watch a trout take a fly.
Fellowship, education and service are the cornerstones of RRTU. Through our monthly meetings, we offer an ongoing program that covers all aspects of fly fishing: techniques, locations, and cold water conservation. We have a very active fly tying program that offers instruction at all levels. We have several fishing "streamsides", exploring different streams and sharing lunch. Twice a year, we have a 4-day outing in western North Carolina. The Alarka campout is a very popular event, drawing 25-40 folks for fishing, food and fellowship. |
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RRTU also has the largest Trout in the Classroom program in our region, putting trout and tanks in local schools. The involved young people raise trout from eggs, learning about that remarkable metamorphosis and the importance of cold, clean water. This program is active in over 20 schools in the Charlotte-metro area and involves dozens of volunteers and educates hundreds of children per year. We also volunteer time with Casting Carolinas, a program for cancer survivors, Rivercourse, a coldwater conservation camp for young teens, and with Boy Scouts, helping them to meet merit badge requirements.
If you are a Trout Unlimited member living in the Charlotte area, you are already a member of RRTU. There is no additional fee to join. We would like to see you at one of our monthly meetings. We gather the 3rd Thursday of each month at Covenant Presbyterian church or by through online platforms like Zoom.
The Board of Directors and Officers welcome your comments, suggestions and ideas to make your chapter membership both rewarding and enjoyable. Your involvement in chapter business and activities is encouraged and we hope you will be able to volunteer your talent and a little of your time to help the Chapter continue to be one of the most exciting, hard working and fun chapters in the state. I look forward to seeing you at the next meeting.
Paul Duffy,
President, Rocky River Trout Unlimited (RRTU)
If you are a Trout Unlimited member living in the Charlotte area, you are already a member of RRTU. There is no additional fee to join. We would like to see you at one of our monthly meetings. We gather the 3rd Thursday of each month at Covenant Presbyterian church or by through online platforms like Zoom.
The Board of Directors and Officers welcome your comments, suggestions and ideas to make your chapter membership both rewarding and enjoyable. Your involvement in chapter business and activities is encouraged and we hope you will be able to volunteer your talent and a little of your time to help the Chapter continue to be one of the most exciting, hard working and fun chapters in the state. I look forward to seeing you at the next meeting.
Paul Duffy,
President, Rocky River Trout Unlimited (RRTU)
Rocky River Trout Unlimited Presidents - past and present
Dr John Benbow- founding president Steve Craig Alen Baker Denny Burries Kelly Boatright |
1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 |
Hank Schnulling Terry Hill Walt Mizele Bruce Nicholls Kirk Otey Bob Holtmann Rick Stuck Roger Ramm Chuck Menninger |
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 |
Grant Holzworth Tim Wilhelm David Phillips Tom Dickerson Grant O'Neal Andrew Cole Jim Mabry |
2000 2001 2001 2002 2002 2003 2003 2004 2005 2006 2006 2007 2007 2010 |
Bill Thomas Tom Adams Tim Ramsey Steve McClure Brian Esque Greg Record Paul Duffy |
2010 2012 2012 2014 2014 2016 2016 2018 2018 2020 2020 2023 current |
Rocky River Board of Directors
rocky river commitee chairpersons
Website Coordinators
Alen Baker
Content Webmaster I have been fly fishing and fly tying for over 30 years. My favorite fly is the Yellow Elk Hair Caddis. My favorite eastern stream is the South Holston River in Tennessee and my favorite western river is the Madison River. Instructional Fly Tyer Author,Writer,Publisher Served as President 1985-86 Bylaws - Provides leadership duties, nomination and election process for the Annual Meeting (click on topic)
The Annual Meeting, Board Meetings and any Special Meetings will be conducted using Roberts Rules. Strategic Plan 2013-15 DRAFT We encourage you and your family to join us in the activities that are of interest to you and simply become one with the outdoors and our coldwater resources. Whether you have an hispanic american , black american, native american, latin american, asian american, caucasian or other background, our most successful group activities and outings come from our open diversity and open discussions. Ladies, we are specifically and especially inviting you. Note: As conservationists, the Chapter members of Rocky River Trout Unlimited invites any and all who are interested in coldwater conservation and trout fishing regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age (those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian), marital status, national origin or other diverse backgrounds. Executive Committee The (5) Officers President First Vice-President Second Vice-President Secretary Treasurer and the Immediate Past President Subject to Board follow-up ratification, the Executive Committee is authorized to make any and all necessary chapter decisions between Board Meetings. Notes: The full Board meets at least quarterly and as often as monthly when necessary. Two (2) Directors are elected each year for a (3) year term. A vacated term may be filled or left vacant by the discretion of the Board. Wilson Creek...
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