1. Youth Education Program
Mission –
To build and foster the next generation of conservation oriented anglers in Colorado
Vision –
Colorado TU through its local chapters and collaborators, will provide Colorado youth with a diverse set of experiences, commensurate with age and ability, spanning watershed science, stewardship, and fly-fishing, to foster young adults who can be vigilant river stewards, competent anglers, and future leaders in Trout Unlimited.
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2. Youth Education Program
Core Curriculum
Chapter/ CTU Fishing Days
Chapter/ CTU Internships
Partnerships with Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and Girl Scouts of America (GSA)
Chapter/ CTU Youth Camps
5 Rivers Collegiate Program
National Fishing In Schools Program (NFSP)
Outdoor Mentors (e.g. with Big Brothers- Big Sisters)
River Watch
Stream Explorers
Trout In The Classroom (TIC)
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3. Youth Education Program
Stream of Engagement
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4. Youth Education Program
Program Outreach
CTU will hire a full-time Youth Education Coordinator to –
Work with interested Chapters and Partners to build Stream of Engagement Youth Programs at the local level.
Create and maintain a “Field Guide” for program development
Assist local Chapters and Partners in finding local funding sources to support programs.
Develop and maintain up-to-date, web based, Youth Education toolbox.
Manage day to day and long-range needs of the CTU Youth Education Program.
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5. Youth Education Program
Expected Timeline
Program structure and development along with Chapter Outreach is underway. Current Chapter(s) program survey has been completed.
Adaptive management plan is being developed.
Projected revenue neutral budget to be completed by mid-November.
Revenue acquisition to begin upon approval of budget.
Youth Education Coordinator hire by end of 2nd quarter 2018.
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