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A Coastal Cutthroat Trout Case Study in Native Trout Conservation with Kitty Griswold

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

Native Trout populations are important ecologically, socially, and economically. The streams and rivers they occupy are important sources of clean water, recreation, and provide habitat for myriad animals. To thrive and fully express their life histories, trout need connected habitats and cold, clean water. In this workshop we will use Coastal Cutthroat Trout, a native …

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Communications Workgroup

The Communications Workgroup seeks to: Clarify and communicate the role and function of the National Leadership Council to all parts of TU Facilitate communications within the NLC and its workgroups Encourage and foster communications to and from the NLC to chapters, councils, members, trustees and staff This session is open to all event attendees.

Grassroots Workgroup

The mission of the Grassroots workgroup of the National Leadership Council is to continuously assess and assist effectiveness of our chapters and councils and to develop tools and resources for improvement. The workgroup helps develop new charter models to meet TU needs. This session is open to all event attendees.  

Land Conservancy Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The Land Conservancy of the NLC works to develop TU’s Land Conservancy Fund, akin to TU’s Embrace A Stream program, to assist land trusts and other conservancy groups in acquiring land and easements to protect coldwater resources and access to them. This session is open to all event attendees.

Climate Change Workgroup

What effects will a changing climate have on the coldwater resources we all respect and enjoy? Climate change, and the extent to which it is human-caused, is a divisive issue; the Climate Change Workgroup respects that. Our goal is to develop an education and awareness program based upon the scientific background provided by TU staff …

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Diversity and Inclusion Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The Diversity and Inclusion Workgroup strives to create effective strategies and programs to recruit a more diverse membership profile in TU; encourage diversity within leadership at the chapter, state and national levels; and to ensure every chapter creates a welcoming environment for TU members of different genders, ethnicities, ages, and cultures to achieve the TU …

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New Initiatives Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The New Initiatives Workgroup receives and evaluates proposals for changes to the National Conservation Agenda; evaluates major issues facing TU and explores potential solutions to those issues; solicits, evaluates and nominates new grassroots members of the Board of Trustees (for election by TU members); and nominates NLC officers and Embrace A Stream committee members (for …

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Restoring Urban Watersheds and Fostering Tomorrow’s Conservationists

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

In the most densely populated and diverse area of Washington, TU is working to connect urban dwellers with nature, inspire stewardship of our shared watersheds, and improve habitat and water quality for native fish – in particular, Lake Sammamish Kokanee Salmon. At the heart of King County, the Lake Washington Basin is made up of …

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Responsible Mining and Energy Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The Responsible Mining and Energy Workgroup focuses on efforts to protect coldwater fisheries from the various modes of energy production: coal and hard rock mining, oil and gas drilling, wind, solar and nuclear. The goals of this workgroup are: 1. Provide a set of useful tools former chapters and councils that find themselves confronted by …

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Youth Education Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The Youth Education NLC Workgroup engages young people in activities that will foster in them the values to carry on the mission of TU and to secure for future generations TU’s vision. This session is open to all event attendees.  

Great Lakes Workgroup

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The Great Lakes NLC Workgroup (GLWG) is bringing to light the many complex issues affecting the Great Lakes Region. In doing so, the GLWG is seeking to provide scientific input and leadership into the resolution of the many problems in front of the Great Lakes Region. It is paramount that recognition and attention is given …

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The Healing Sport of Fly Fishing: Serving Veterans with Project Healing Waters

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

Longtime TU partner, Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, will join us to share updates on their new vision and approach to partnership with TU chapters and councils in order to serve more veterans through our community. The PHWFF CEO and Board Chair will be on hand as well as some other special guests! This event …

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Council Chair Roundtable

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

Listen in as the leaders of our state councils gather to discuss issues of common concern, opportunities for cross-border collaboration and resources that will help them drive conservation forward in their home state. These annual business meetings offer a unique perspective on the strength of our organization as a community of volunteers working to care …

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National Leadership Council Business Meeting

Centennial Hotel 303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA, United States

The annual business meeting of our National Leadership Council brings together some of the most active and dedicated volunteers in TU to make decisions about the direction of our organization. From discussing and voting on the National Conservation Agenda to nominating new grassroots members to the TU national Board of Trustees, this business meeting showcases …

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State of TU: Celebrating Community & Conservation with Chris Wood, TU President and CEO

Bing Crosby Theater 901 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA, United States

Join Chris Wood, TU’s President & CEO, for an inspiring and powerful look at the incredible work you made possible through your tireless dedication and commitment to TU. From projects opening hundreds and thousands of miles of river to spawning trout, steelhead and salmon to local level work restoring degraded streams or engaging kids in …

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