As mentioned on the Home Page, Trout Unlimited's mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America's trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. TU's vision is to ensure that robust populations of native and coldwater fish once again thrive within their North American range, so that our children can enjoy healthy fisheries in their home waters. TU's national network of dedicated volunteers and professional staff conduct on-the-ground research and restoration projects, and advocate for fish-friendly policies and legislation at the local, state and national levels.
Air quality and nitrogen deposition are very serious issues facing many areas, especially Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). The Rocky Mountain National Park Initiative was formed to study and recommend action on such issues. Visit their website for information concerning their research and current status:
Rocky Mountain National Park Initiative
Read the National Park Service's management plan for the Greenback Cutthroat:
Greenback Cutthroat Trout Management Plan and Environmental Assessment:
Background and Status of Draft Alternatives
The threat of the New Zealand Mud Snail is very real here in Colorado. Presence of this invasive creature has been detected in the South Platte along the 11 Mile Cayon stretch and in Boulder Creek. Here are some resources for identification and tips on how to prevent the spread of this aquatic hitchhiker:
Aquatic Hitchhikers - The New Zealand Mudsnail
DOW Investigating the Presence of New Zealand Mud Snails In South Platte River
New Zealand Mudsnails Found In Boulder Creek
Keep up to date on other resource issues by visiting these agencies and websites:
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
RMNP Environmental Page
National Park Conservation Association
Do you have a resource issue that should be posted on this site? Email us about it:
info@alpineanglers.org
