7 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Centennial Hotel’s Riverfront B&C Rooms. All registered guests are welcome to sit-down for a hearty breakfast and coffee anytime between 7 and 8:45 a.m. For those headed out fishing, boxed lunches will be provided at the breakfast. For those headed out on the conservation tour to the Snake …
A true ‘urban fishery gem’, the Spokane runs right through the heart of the city. Many anglers from the area travel great distances to the mountains of Idaho to fish and overlook this amazing river! While the primary quarry is the river’s beautiful Redband Rainbow Trout, Brown and Cutthroat Trout are present as well. The …
The North Fork is very similar to the St. Joe in many regards. This is a Westslope cutthroat fishery with few peers. With prolific hatches, low elevation and spectacular habitat the ‘North Fork’ grows the fish large and healthy. There’s always the chance of a pure ‘westie’ in the 20” class smashing a big foam …
Roughly an hour and a half drive from Spokane, the St. Joe is a near-perfect Cutthroat stream. The "Joe" cascades through the Idaho Panhandle for over 80 miles offering anglers plenty of fishable water. Generally fish that range 12-16" on average and plenty of cutthroat that will go bigger. By September the river has dropped …
The Snake River Basin represents the coldest, most undisturbed habitat in the Lower 48 for salmon and steelhead. The time is now for the Snake. Removing the four lower Snake River dams would return 140 miles of habitat to a free-flowing river and recover wild salmon and steelhead in the basin. Unless we take …
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, and music with TU supporters and visit tables/ booths set-up in the room by our partners. Included in the “all-inclusive” registration.
Downtown pub crawl/various locations.
It’s no secret that the craft beer scene is hopping in Spokane, with some of the best beer in the Inland Northwest! Many Spokane breweries source local ingredients to create their concoctions and share their love of craft beer with both locals and visitors alike. The famous Spokane Ale Trail is a great way to …
Talk late into the night with anglers and conservationists who share your passion for cold, clean rivers and streams at our nightly hospitality suite open to all registered guests. Enjoy Washington beer and wine and browse posters and other showcasing from local chapters, the Washington council and our partners. Event open only to participants 21 …
The Riverfront Loop takes you on a scenic tour of Spokane’s central attraction and is easily accessed from downtown hotels. The loop extends for 2.7 miles around the park, crossing the Centennial Trail onto the grounds of Gonzaga University, then heading back west on the north bank of the river to reach the park’s pedestrian …
Spokane Tribal Councilman, Danny Kieffer, will welcome Cx3 participants, and students from the Salish School of Spokane will treat us to a short musical performance.
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 …
A Coastal Cutthroat Trout Case Study in Native Trout Conservation with Kitty Griswold Read More »
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.
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.
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.
Join this inspiring session with Kayla Lockhart and Kaitlin Barnhart as they cover all of the benefits of the sport of fly fishing for foster children, discuss what the Mayfly Project does, and talk about the bonuses of being a mentor to the next generation of anglers. This event is free and open to the …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Restoring Urban Watersheds and Fostering Tomorrow’s Conservationists Read More »
Cynthia Culver and Lance Trebesch of EventGroove will be joining us at CX3 to give TU volunteers a spin around our new, integrated Events and Fundraising Center online tools.
Deep Restoration: Tending Nature Within and Without TU’s California Science Director Dr. Rene Henery discusses the state of aquatic ecosystems, the state of people, and the importance of tending to both in order for conservation to succeed in the era of climate change.
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 …
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.
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 …
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 …
The Healing Sport of Fly Fishing: Serving Veterans with Project Healing Waters Read More »
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 …
The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind Co-presenters: Amy Gulick & Nelli Williams Intrigued that there is still a place in the world where the lives of people and salmon are linked, photographer and author Amy Gulick traveled throughout Alaska to explore the web of human relationships that revolve around these extraordinary fish. Commercial …
The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind with Amy Gulick & Nelli Williams Read More »
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 …
Join us for a fun-filled evening on the banks of the Spokane River as TU bestows to celebrate the volunteers and partners who make TU tick. You'll be inspired by the passion and dedication of these amazing volunteers and conservation professionals and see the magic behind the mission as they share their stories of how volunteering …
