A Trout Unlimited Event
September 23-27, 2026
Twin Cities, Minn.
COMMUNITY × COLDWATER × CONSERVATION
About CX3
A celebration of our
conservation community.
Join Trout Unlimited at CX3 Twin Cities for once-in-a-lifetime fishing opportunities, a special conservation tour, great events, inspiring conversations, and networking with some of the top minds and most passionate river champions in the country.
Experience TU’s impact in person
Featuring outdoor activities, epic excursions and world-renowned experts.
CX3 is TU’s biggest national gathering. Share in our love for coldwater rivers and streams with firsthand experiences that bring our mission to life. Meet our lineup of distinguished speakers. Connect with like-minded anglers. Take part in great conservation-focused activities. Network with other champions.
Events
Events
Fun for every kind of conservationist and angler – CX3 Twin Cities events include:
Hosted Fishing
Sept. 23
The Twin Cities area offers incredible fishing access to trout streams in Minnesiota and Wisconsin. Join local TU volunteers hosts for a fun day on local waters. Details here.
Conservation Tour
Sept. 24
See firsthand how TU is making local rivers cleaner, colder and healthier for trout on this fun and informative coach bus tour with stops at various TU restoration project sites.
Starlight Cinema
Sept. 25
Grab a blanket or bring your camping chairs and join us under the stars for a FREE evening of great fishing films from across the globe from our friends at the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4).
State of TU
Sept. 26
Be inspired by all you make possible as a champion for our rivers and our mission. TU President & CEO Chris Wood will take you from Alaska to Georgia, Maine to New Mexico, and everywhere in between during his powerful presentation.
Conservation Talks
Sept. 25 & 26
Two powerful days of important conversations on topics including native trout, climate change, protecting public lands, tearing down dams, engaging the next generation and more. Meet and mingle with TU staff and volunteers.
STREAM Kids Activities
Sept. 26
Stop by for a FREE and fun-filled afternoon exploring the outdoors with hands-on, family-friendly activities, fly casting, fly tying, coloring activities, and a scavenger hunt with prizes. Great for kids of all ages — and their parents and grandparents.
Location & Lodging
A Vacation Destination
Hosted in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” and near the heart of the Driftless Area
The Twin Cities region – encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn. — is a beautiful destination where there’s always adventure outdoors. Make a trip out of it and stay to fish, hike or explore on either end of the event. The city itself is very walkable and has a fun, emerging food and arts scene.
CX3 Lodging
CX3 Twin Cities is hosted at The Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront, with sweeping views of the Mississippi River and just steps away from downtown shopping, live music, restaurants, and riverside trails and parks.
We have secured a special group rate for conference attendees at the InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront.
Group Rate: $169.00 per night
Group Name: CX3 Trout Unlimited
Block Code: CX3
Reservation Deadline: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
(Rooms are subject to availability after this date.)
Reserve your room at the group rate here:
or
Call (651) 292-1900 and ask for Central Reservations for IHG.
Be sure to mention: “CX3 Trout Unlimited” or block code “CX3”
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tickets do not include lodging or transportation to/from airport.
Tickets
Tickets
CX3 offers flexible inclusive or daily access tickets. Free registration without meals or special events is available. Individual meals available for purchase. Lodging not included in event registration price.
All Inclusive Options
Full Event – All Inclusive Registration: $350.00
Includes registration and attendance at all CX3 meals, meetings and activities. Does not include Fishing Day or Conservation Tour. Separate tickets are required to register for those special events. Lodging not included.
Saturday-Only – All Inclusive: $200.00
Includes all meals, activities, presentations and meetings on Saturday only. Lodging not included.
Free Event Ticket
Access to all conference activities: FREE
Includes access to all conference sessions, presentations and free activities.
With this ticket you can attend:
– Friday conference sessions and panel talks
– Friday night Starlight Cinema movie
– Saturday morning State of TU address
– STREAM Kids fishing and outdoor activities
– Saturday conference sessions and panel talks
– Sunday streamside trash cleanup
(Individual meals, fishing trips and other special events can be purchased.)
Single Event Tickets
Wednesday Fishing Day: $50.00
Enjoy a day of hosted fishing on waters across the region with local TU volunteer hosts. Once registered you will receive information on the various fishing choices. Availability based on registration date. Fishing includes boxed lunch.
Thursday Conservation Tour: $75.00
Join TU staff, volunteers and partners for a tour of a handful of the most inspiring and informative restoration stops. Tour includes continental breakfast and lunch, and runs from approximately 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday – TU Champions Awards Night: $100.00
Join us to celebrate our best volunteers and partners from across the country! (Dinner already included in the Full Event – All-Inclusive ticket.)
Saturday – Embrace A Stream Banquet: $125.00
Join us for the closing dinner of CX3, including an inspiring keynote address, announcement of the Embrace A Stream grant awards, and a fun auction and raffle. (Banquet already included in Full Event and Saturday-Only inclusive tickets.)