GRTU hosted the 10th annual Youth Trout Camp at Rio Guadalupe Resort over MLK day weekend in mid-January 2025. Twenty-two young boys and girls aged 12-17 and parents from all over Texas attended Trout Camp and spent 2 days and 2 nights in riverside cabins experiencing the treasure of the Guadalupe River trout fishery. Highlights of camp include trout stocking with GRTU members, learning to fly fish and the half day guided trip on Sunday. Other weekend activities included the following:
Saturday Activities
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Trout stocking
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Texas Game Warden Interactive Session
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Fly fishing 101
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Fly casting & fly tying
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Knot tying and fishing prep
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River ecology and water quality
Sunday Activities
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Half day guided fishing trip
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More trout fishing at Rio
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Youth leadership opportunities
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Closing ceremonies
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Prize giveaway
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BBQ
Since its inception in 2015, the GRTU Youth Trout Camp has served nearly 300 youth and parents across Texas. For many of them, trout camp was an introduction to our beloved river and the nation’s southernmost year-round trout fishery.
The continued support of GRTU membership, partners and a dedicated team of volunteers have enabled trout camp to grow and improve from year to year. A special thanks to Gruene Outfitters, Living Waters Fly Fishing, New Braunfels Fly Fishers, Action Angler, Rio Anglers, Castell Guide Service, Jefe Fly Co., Reel Fly and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. This foundational team of partners has contributed to Youth Camp for many years and deserves special recognition. Additionally, our home, Rio Guadalupe Resort provides first-class accommodations. GRTU also thanks the McBride Conservation Fund and GRTU members for camp donations. Your generosity has allowed us to offer a high-quality camp experience at a reasonable cost for kids from all backgrounds and communities.
How can you help with the GRTU Youth Trout Camp?
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Donate at GRTU.org
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Sponsoring a youth from your community
The 2026 GRTU Youth Trout Camp will be held on January 17-18, 2026. Look for applications in September 2026.
