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No. 112 AUGUST 2016 What’s Inside.

Troutfest 2017 1 Fisheries Report 2-3 Neighbors: New Mexico 4 PHWFF 5 Youth 6 Fly Of The Month 7 Annual Meeting 8 Griffith Circle 8 Braggin Board 9 Honorary Life/Century Club 10 Officers & Directors 11 Publication Data 12

CALENDARSept. 28 - Oct. 1 – Annual Meeting in Bozeman, MT

Oct. 22-2016 - October Chapter meetingCanyon Lake , Texas

Nov. 1-3 PHWFF/Reel Recovery retreat.

TROUTFEST 2017

YES it is going to happen! Troutfest 2017 is already in the works! Our diehard commitee, lead by chairman Bill Marshall, is already knee deep in the work related to this seasons grand event. Dates are still being firmed up but by the end of August even those details should be set in stone. GRTU would first and foremost like to envite everyone, then also extend a hand to any voluteers that might be able to help because this event doesn’t go off without our great volunteer staff!

Some notables already commited to Troutfest 2017 are: Keynote SpeakerKirk Deeter – Editor Trout Magazine Celebrity Guests / Presenters George Daniel - http://www.livinonthefly.com/home.htmlWanda Taylor – TFO - http://www.wandataylorflyfishing.com/Jen Ripple – Editor-in-Chief of Dun Magazine and the Executive Editor of a Tight Loop Magazine - http://www.atightloop.com/Blog/tag/jen-ripple/ - http://dunthemagazine.com/DavyWooten-http://www.davywotton.com/fly-fishing-guides.aspSteve Galleta – Co-Owner Bighorn Angler, Ft. Smith Montana - http://bighornangler.com/

Also a full list of vendors will once again envade the riverside tents.

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--Fisheries Report continued on page 3.

Fisheries ReportNot enough rain or Too much rain.....You've heard it a thousand times.It never seems we get just enough here in Texas. Another spring of too much rain has spoiled what was shaping up to be the best Texas Trout Summer since 2010.We literally were so close. Before the last big rain we had at the end of May and first few days of June, releases from the dam were still in the 60's. The lake was above pool and higher summer flows were guaranteed by the new Flow Agreement. Then rains brought another big push of water; 30,000cfs May 31st and then almost 10,000cfs on June 3rd. Those waters came so rapidly that they mixed with the last of the deep cold water at the bottom of Canyon Lake and the end result was a lake full of homogeneous water temps about 70 degrees. Since then the rains have stopped..... Hardly a drop anywhere in the upper Guadalupe. I have been playing the game of "If Onlys" over and over in my head! But there's no going back, it is just something that happens from time to time, you have to live with it, and move on. Since then I have been monitoring river water temperatures. They have continued to inch up a little. Lately we are seeing most of the upper river with temps 72-79 degrees. If they can stabilize around these temps, we could have some holdover. I've been down to the river and seen many Trout still surviving in these marginal temperatures. The bad news is I expect the temps to continue to rise. How much will determine if we have any Trout make it through to next Fall. It will also determine when we can stock next year. The river has to cool down below 70 of course before we can stock again. It maybe even December before that happens. No

matter, I have already started getting ready for next season. I have talked to the TPWD and the hatcheries. We will be stocking Rainbows and Browns again next season ! I will work on the Lease Access Sites and get everything ready for another great season on the Guadalupe. Usually I would have a dozen trips into the Hill Country chasing Bass and Perch. This year only 3 trips. In May my family history of heart disease caught up to me. I've been expecting it for a long time. I was lucky being at home and just 8 minutes from N.E. Baptist. Dr. Gurram was on call and did a great job to give me a few more years above ground. It took a toll, but I'm improving, and ready to get back to my passion. Enough of all the bad news.The rest of the Hill Country rivers have really enjoyed these last 2 years of rain. The warm water fisheries have thrived on all this water. I've been back to the upper Guadalupe, the middle Guadalupe, and then out to some water off Hwy 337.

The Nueces, Frio, Sabinal, and Medina all look real good.

I have not been up to the Llano, Peder and Blanco yet but reports I have been hearing are very encouraging.

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Then there is the Colorado below Austin. That stretch of water continues to impress. I bet that someone is going to catch a World Record Guadalupe Bass over 4lbs on a flyrod before too long. There's lots of good water wherever you live in Texas to keep your flyline tight till the next Trout season starts. I do feel good enough to head up into the mountains as I have been doing for many decades. I'll be chasing Trout on dryflys and exploring new waters looking for Big Cutthroats. My back maybe the most limiting

factor this summer, but as long as I can, I will be up there tossing some flys around looking for some magic.

Look for some of the stories to be posted on our forums.

I look forward to seeing everyone again next Fall and seeing how many Big Guadalupe Trout we can catch.Maybe even a few of this year's Browns will make it through to the Fall. And that alone would make next season real special! Jimbo RobertsGRTU V P of Fisheries

--Fisheries Report continued from page 2.

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Submitted by rscholfield on Tue, 2016-07-19 09:46Conservation9NM- New MexicoClimate ChangeOutdoor Communicators Trout Unlimited, New Mexico Game and Fish, U.S. Fish and Wildlife and the Gila National Forest have been working in the Gila National Forest for years to protect and restore Gila trout--a tough, rare and resilient species of native trout that have survived for eons in the rugged backcountry of New Mexico and Arizona. TU's Jason Amaro was along on a recent field survey of the Gila population in Willow Creek, one of the best and most accessible recreational fisheries for anglers who want to pursue these beautiful fish. He and other survey volunteers found encouraging evidence that the Gila are propagating naturally and making a comeback in the creek.

Check out the video @ http://www.tu.org/blog-posts/gila-trout-rebounding-in-willow-creek

Gila trout rebounding in Willow Creek

NEIGHBORS: NEW MEXICO

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Project Healing Waters

Fly Fishing

July 8th was another beautiful morning on the San Marcos River. Several veterans showed up for a Friday morning of fishing and camaraderie. Jeremiah, Blake, Scott, Mike and Mike chased sunfish, bass, catfish and even a curious longnose gar on our home waters under the majestic pecans trees. Poppers, and small crawfish streamers did the trick. We were also given a break from the high winds we’ve had lately and were blessed with a light breeze most of the morning. The San Marcos River wildlife was on full display once again. Cara cara, hawks and even an owl were hunting prey in the vast pecan bottoms. It’s always a great day when you can get outdoors and enjoy what nature has provided. Our veterans are really looking forward to the upcoming trout season and a break from the heat.

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YOUTH!GRTU Youth Members Attend TU Teen Summit National Leadership Conference in Montana

GRTU youth members Amber Muttoni and Spence McNamara attended the Trout Unlimited Teen Summit National Leadership Conference in Georgetown Lake, Camp Watanopa, Montana from June 19-23, 2016. As previous attendees at the GRTU Youth Trout Camp last January, both Amber and Spence showed great potential as future leaders in conservation and exemplify the next generation of anglers and passionate advocates in Trout Unlimited. Over one hundred teen applicants ages 13-18 applied for the Teen Summit. Teens selected also underwent an interview as part of the application process. Given Amber and Spence’s prior activity with other youth conservation organizations, they were perfect candidates for the teen summit.

Activities at Camp Watanopa included:• conservation and hatchery tours of the area• leadership skills workshops to bring new TU activities into your community• conservation science workshops• fly tying and fly fishing workshops• fly fishing and conservation biology guest speakers• a service project at a local stream• lots of time for hanging out by the campfire, tying flies, and fishing!

By successfully participating in the Teen Summit, Amber and Spence are now part of the Youth Leadership Council. The YLC is charged with planning, promoting, and expanding TU Teen programs with help from TU staff. GRTU looks forward to working with and learning from Amber and Spence in the future.

At the upcoming October 22, 2016 GRTU Chapter Meeting Amber and Spence will be giving a presentation of their experiences at the Teen Summit. Keep an eye out for more details.For more information about the Trout Unlimited Teen Summit National Leadership Conference visit http://www.tu.org/teensummit Also, if you have a child or know a child interested in the GRTU Youth Trout Camp, please mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual GRTU Youth Trout Camp to be held January 14-16, 2017. More details to follow on GRTU.ORG

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TU ANNUAL

MEETINGAn Inspirational Week of Fishing, Conservation and Community in Bozeman, Mont.

Join fellow conservationists, anglers and TU members and volunteers from across the country in the legendary town of Bozeman, Mont. for our 2016 Annual Meeting on Sept. 28 through Oct. 1.TU’s Annual Meeting is an occasion to be inspired, to celebrate all we are accomplishing together and to commit ourselves to the important work ahead. It offers opportunities for hosted fishing with local TU members on

some of the most fabled waters in the region, a full-day conservation tour to see how TU staff and volunteers are making a difference and restoring rivers and trout habitat and, of course, fun and camaraderie with evening social activities and networking with hundreds of like-minded anglers and conservationists from across the country.

Spend a week learning from and talking with some of TU’s top staff, scientists and active volunteer leaders. See first-hand how our mission is brought to life in Montana and across the U.S. Share ideas and tips on protecting your home waters and enjoy presentations on important conservation topics such as climate change and native trout.

The annual State of TU presentation by Chris Wood, President & CEO, is an inspiring and educational look at how your support drives our mission

forward each year and is not to be missed!

Open to all members – and your friends – the 2016 Annual Meeting is a great way to celebrate our mission, improve your conservation knowledge, accelerate your ability to help your favorite, local trout waters and to build relationships with incredible people who share your passion for fishing and conservation.

Learn more about the 2016 Annual Meeting and register today online at

www.tu.org/annualmeeting.

The Griffith Circle "The natural resources we love can and will respond to us with equal love." -George Griffith

Trout Unlimited was born in 1959 when George Griffith brought together a group of anglers at his home on the banks of the Au Sable River in Michigan. George Griffith and these other founders made a plan to unite the angling community around a common purpose: to take care of the wild and native trout and salmon we all enjoy and appreciate.

The Griffith Circle honors the legacy of our founders while raising essential resources to continue the march toward their vision. Griffith Circle members show their commitment to all of Trout Unlimited's important work by making annual contributions of $1,000 or more. Your gifts will support the full range of Trout Unlimited projects–conservation science as well as environmental education, advocacy, hands-on restoration work, and so much more. For more information go to :TU.org/get-involved/the-griffith-circle

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BRAGGIN BOARD

Send BRAGGIN BOARD photos to [email protected]

GRTU member Dr. Eduardo Lorenzana and son Zackery on the North Platte

TU member Richard Ritter with a Guadalupe rainbow.

Jake Marshall with a 22” North Platte rainbow.

TU member Aaron Koch with a Guadalupe rainbow.

TU Lifetime member Robert Maurer with a Guadalupe rainbow.

GRTU newsletter editor Russell Moore with a Texas tarpon on the fly.

GRTU VP of fisheries Jimbo Roberts with a Rio Grande cutthroat.

GRTU VP of Memberships and owner of Living Waters Fly Fishing, Chris Johnson with

a beutiful Alaskan king salmon.

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The Guadalupe River Chapter of Trout UnlimitedHonorary Life Members

The following distinguished members of GRTU have been designated, some posthumously, as Honorary Life Members of the Chapter for their exceptional contributions to our work. This honor is reserved for commendatory recognition of individuals whose personal service contributions to the Chapter are deemed to have had outstanding

impact in advancing Chapter and TU objectives.

Chad Oliver Irving O’NealWilliam C. (Bill) PabstJ. Bill ParvinBasden L. (Bud) Priddy, MDGlenn RichardsonJeff Schmitt David SchroederMrs. Hazel SchubauerLt. Col. Paul A. Schubauer (Ret.) Betsy Story

Clement W BirdAlan BrayBill CobbDick FintaRupert GreshamHoward IttenWilliam A. (Bill) JohnsonHymar Karbach Jr.James W KeetonMick McCorcleBob Newman

Bob StoryMarian Tilson Billy TrimbleR.E. (Bob) Tuttle Jim VynalekWilliam G. (Bill) WestT.B. (Tom) WhitehousePhil DopsonDoug & Tanya Kierklewski Karen Gebhardt

Dakus GeeslinJimbo RobertsRafael TorresStephen Baker

Sam PerryBob FrolichsteinGary RichardsonRobert Carlen, Jr

Jay HerbertBob Bliss

Mark DillowRick DickinsonWilliam Parrish

Glenn RingPhillip MahanBrad Wilkins

Mitchell McCorcleWilliam Poskey

Warren SimiBradley Garner

Dirk MeyerWilliam Marshall

Brian HilbertJames HalbertRobert LendeVon KimballJohn MorrisAlan BrayDavid Gill

Kenneth Sly

Thomas DaughertyRichard GraysonKaren Gebhardt

William HartmanKirk Brenner

George SchaeferMichael Marko

Jacob ReachMilton Herrmann

Bob BlairWilliam CasonWalter CarverJames Hughes

Jeff AgeeJohn FlemingDavid Karrs

Roy SchwittersJeff Schmitt

Douglas RagsdaleMichael Hurdle

James MontgomeryMalcolm Freeman

Joe FilerJeff Wooley

Ben CoopwoodEdward Klaus

Sheppard ParkerBruce Akey

Norman NabhanAshby Miller

Edward KostMark Branning

John ConditJason Russell

Sam CastleberrySam Perry

Joe LoehmanStephen Hudak, Jr.

Jeff HenkeKathy Jackson

Gunvor KristiansenAndrew Clemmons

Robert LeaEdward Fritsch

Walter RockwellScott NattingerThomas Snyder

Christopher AlbrightDavid FaulkinberryStephen OvermanOscar Robinson

Allan FarmerSamuel PateJay GerrieBill Balch

The Guadalupe Chapter of Trout UnlimitedHonors Our

Century Club MembersThe following individuals have contributed $100 or more for GRTU programs, including the Guadalupe River

Defense Fund, in addition to their supporting membership donations and lease access fees. Please note: This list is only current as of press time; we apologize to members added after that date.

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GRTU Officers and Board of Directors

President Joe Filer 210-654-6220 [email protected] VP Chapter Affairs Dakus Geeslin 512-389-8734 [email protected] VP Fisheries Jimbo Roberts 210-826-2766 [email protected] VP Membership Chris Johnson 512-828-3474 [email protected] Treasurer Phil Dopson 512-413-3301 [email protected] Secretary William Marshall 210-669-5763 [email protected] Ex Officio Mark Dillow DillowM@grtu,org Director Gary Burns 832-795-2759 [email protected] Director Gary Cobb 512-257-0397 [email protected] Director Gary Lehman 210-394-2833 [email protected] Director Doug Kierklewski 512-250-0840 [email protected] Director Ron McAlpin 830-980-8043 [email protected] Director Ted Mendrek 512-507-6626 [email protected] Director Clint Jackson 512-576-4231 [email protected] Director Brad Wilkins 830-481-4683 [email protected] Director Brad Garner 512-340-0526 [email protected] Director Janet Baca 817-233-8935 [email protected] Director Russell Moore 512-557-5349 [email protected]

Regional Representatives:

Austin/Central Texas Matt Bennett 377-348-9140 [email protected] Dallas/North Texas Roger Turner 214-475-1551 [email protected] Houston/East Texas Gary Burns 713-249-7764 [email protected] New Braunfels Chris Jackson 830-708-3474 [email protected] San Antonio/West Texas Karen Gebhardt 830-980-7580 [email protected]

Other Positions Info Tech Chair/Webmaster Stephen Pritchett 903-276-0223 [email protected] Chief Forum Administrator David Cole 817-939-0365 [email protected] Newsletter Editor Russell Moore 512-557-5349 [email protected] Advertising Russell Moore 512-557-5349 [email protected] National Leadership Chair Mick McCorcle 972-569-9133 [email protected] Vice Chair National Board of Trustees Mick McCorcle 972-569-9133 [email protected] Conservation Chair Gary Cobb 512-719-6011 [email protected] NLC Rep Rafael Torres 512-560-4380 [email protected] Women’s Initiative Chair Janet Baca 817-233-8935 [email protected] Education Chair Ron McAlpin 830-980-8043 [email protected] Troutfest Chair William Marshall 210-669-5763 [email protected] Youth Initiative Chair Dakus Geeslin 512-389-8734 [email protected] Texas State Council Chair Mark Dillow [email protected] Mailing Address: GRTU P.O. Box 160564 Austin, TX 78716

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Guadalupe River Chapter of Trout Unlimited

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