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SUMMARY:Trout on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Friends\, \nLets get together for drinks and/or food on Wednesday evening\, January 28\, 2025 from about 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Driftwood Grille in Oakbrook.  \nThis is an opportunity for long standing members and new members alike to see old friends\, make new friends or find a fishing partner. \nWe will sit outside weather permitting \nPlease email or text me if you plan to attend\, I need to let the restaurant know the final count of how many will attend. \nKen Krueger  \n847-975-1425 \n Membership@obtu.org   \nAll attendees are expected to pay for their own individual food & drink orders. \n\n \n  \n  \nVenue:   Driftwood Grille \nAddress: 17W648 22nd Street\, Suite A Oakbrook Terrace\, IL \nDriftwood Phone: (815) 374-3893 \nLink to web site including map & menu:  Driftwood Grille \n  \nFor future Trout on Tap sessions\, we plan to rotate locations around the area to even out everyone’s travel. We are planning locations with easy access to freeways. \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/trout-on-tap-11/
LOCATION:Driftwood Grille\, 17W648 22nd Street\, Suite A\, Oakbrook Terrace\, IL\, 60181\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken Krueger":MAILTO:kenkrueger62@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
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SUMMARY:Chicagoland Fishing\, Travel & Outdoor Expo at Schaumburg Convention Center
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Council of Trout Unlimited will be hosting a show booth at the Schuamburg Convention Center.\n\nSee link to Expo web site for details: \nhttps://chicagoland.sportshows.com/
URL:https://obtu.org/event/chicagoland-fishing-travel-outdoor-expo-at-schaumburg-convention-center-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
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SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting Jan\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Meeting Pizza Social Hour: The doors will open at 6:00 PM for those who would like to join us for pizza and socializing at the Oak Brook Park District\, Central Park West Building. The meeting starts at 7:00 PM \nSpeaker:  Jake\, Lemon\, TU Eastern Angler Science Coordinator:  Jake supports research\, monitoring and inventory efforts in Michigan and Wisconsin\, and water quality monitoring projects nationwide. Jake helps guide Trout Unlimited’s Coaster Brook Trout Initiative with a focus on coaster brook trout restoration in Lake Superior. Jake has a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Indiana University – Indianapolis. He has been with TU for 13 years based in Rockford\, Michigan. \nTopic: TU “Coaster Brook Trout Initiative”:  Historically Coasters were abundant in Lake Superior’s coastal waters. Unfortunately\, over fishing and habitat degradation over 150+ years has taken its toll. In 2023\, TU designated the Coaster brook trout range in Southern Lake Superior as a Shared Priority Water. Since then\, TU has begun the “Coaster Brook Trout Initative”\, an effort to bring together the “Coaster” community to collaborate on rehabilitation of these unique fish. \nAnnual OBTU Elections:  Board Members: As previously announced on December 17\, 2025\, Art Cottrell and Steve Shapiro are nominated to serve a full 3 year term as Board Directors. Annie Vitti is nominated to serve a partial term of 1 year as Board Director. OBTU members in attendance will vote on these Board members.  OBTU members have the right to nominate additional candidates from the floor. \nOfficers: The elected board will vote on OBTU officers after the general membership meeting. Each of the current OBTU officers are nominated to continue for another 1 year term: Dave Carlson\, President; Dan LaFave\, Vice President; Cheryl Galloway\, Treasurer; and Carol Hennessy\, Secretary. \nThis is planned to be a a hybrid meeting where you can attend in person or connect online via zoom: \nAttend In Person Details: \nLocation: Oak Brook Park District\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forrest Gate Rd.\, Oak Brook \nLink to Central Park West Building Map \nJake will present in-person at the Oak Brook Park District. Come out and mingle with your colleagues. \nPre-Meeting Pizza Social Hour: The doors will open at 6:00 PM for those who would like to join us for pizza and socializing at the Oak Brook Park District\, Central Park West Building. The meeting starts at 7:00 PM \nAttend Remotely via Zoom Details: \nWe plan to start our Zoom meeting at 7:00PM on January 21. We will have a few announcements of upcoming events and conduct the annual election of OBTU Board members (expected to be brief). Our keynote speaker will follow the business meeting. \nLink to Zoom:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86270072894?pwd=H2RYxQsXvOTvepb0HKirYnRtkSaUqt.1 \nMeeting ID: 862 7007 2894    Pass code: 840866 \nOR \nConnect by phone: \nPhone:    +1 312 626 6799   \nMeeting ID: 862 7007 2894   Pass code: 840866 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-jan-21-2026-1/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Carlson":MAILTO:dmcarlson@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T093000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20260116T172237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T172237Z
UID:7354-1768636800-1768642200@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Breakfast Club
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Club:   Meet for breakfast on Saturday morning\, January\, 17 2026\, from about 8:00 to 9:30 am at the “Juicy-O” breakfast restaurant in Downers Grove.  Provides an informal\, small group atmosphere to catch up with your OBTU colleagues.   Also a good opportunity for newer members to get better acquainted\, and in-the-loop with what’s going on at OBTU.   All attendees are expected to pay for their own individual food & drink orders.\n\n\nVenue:   Juicy-O (breakfast restaurant)\nAddress:  2942 Finley Rd\, Downers Grove\, IL 60515\nJuicy-O Phone:  (630) 932-4260\nLink to web site: https://www.juicyo.com/\n\nIf you plan to attend\, please RSVP to Ken Krueger.
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-breakfast-club-8/
LOCATION:Juicy-O\, 2942 Finley Rd\, Downers Grove\, IL 60515
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken Krueger":MAILTO:kenkrueger62@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T213000
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CREATED:20250223T220500Z
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SUMMARY:OBTU Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:2025 OBTU HOLIDAY PARTY \n“Save the Date”.  The following content is incomplete—details to be added when plans complete. \n*********************************************************************************************************************************************** \nBuy Party Admission Tickets Now & Save \n \nOBTU will be hosting our annual holiday at a Venuti’s Italian Restaurant & Banquet Hall \nThe 2024 event will include a full buffet dinner with a cash bar. \nCost is TBD per person If purchased by Dec. 1\, 2025. TBD per person if purchased after Dec. 1\, 2025. \nAdmission Tickets can be purchased online HERE \nTickets can be purchased at the door for TBD \nIf you prefer to pay for admission tickets by check:\nPlease promptly mail your payment of TBD per ticket to:\nOak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited or “OBTU”\nP.O. Box 5046 Oak Brook\, IL 60522-5046 (Please notate “Party Tickets” on your check). \nAs in the past\, the event will include silent auctions\, and bucket raffles. \nThe 2025 Holiday Raffle includes drawings which will take take place at the 2025 holiday party on Wednesday\, Dec 11: \nTwo grand prize drawings will be held for:\n1) TBD\n2) TBD \nTickets for Drawing can be purchased online HERE or at the door \nRAFFLE RULES (To Be Updated for 2025): OBTU is licensed to conduct this Raffle in Illinois and the Raffle is being conducted in accordance with Illinois statutes and Addison City ordinances. Before buying raffle tickets\, please review the rules: LINK TO ROD RAFFLE RULES\n\nALERT:\n1. OBTU is licensed to sell raffle tickets only in Illinois. If you are buying tickets online\, you must be an Illinois resident or your ticket(s) will be voided.\n2. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase tickets.\n3. By Purchasing a ticket\, you confirm your acceptance of the raffle rules referenced above.\nStay tuned for more details. \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-holiday-party-5/
LOCATION:Venuti’s Italian Restaurant & Banquet Hall\, 2251 W Lake St\, Addison\, IL\, 60101\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Dickens":MAILTO:james.dickens@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
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UID:7068-1765391400-1765402200@obtu.org
SUMMARY:*** SAVE THE DATE  *** OBTU Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:2025 OBTU HOLIDAY PARTY \n \nOBTU will be hosting our annual holiday at a Venuti’s Italian Restaurant & Banquet Hall \nThe 2025 event will include a full buffet dinner with a cash bar. \n**  Cost per person is not yet determined ** \nAs in the past\, the event will include  The 2025 Holiday Raffle\, silent auctions\, and bucket raffles. \n**  The Holiday Raffle Prizes are not yet determined drawings  ** \nStay tuned for more details. \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/save-the-date-obtu-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Venuti’s Italian Restaurant & Banquet Hall\, 2251 W Lake St\, Addison\, IL\, 60101\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Dickens":MAILTO:james.dickens@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250831T231529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T231529Z
UID:7226-1763578800-1763586000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting Nov 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Nov 19 – Robert Thompson\, a filmmaker of “Beyond the Stream”\, will focus on Education Committee initiatives \n  \nThis is planned to be a a hybrid meeting: \nLink to Zoom meeting: TBD \nMeeting ID: TBD \nPasscode: TBD \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799     Meeting ID: TBD   Passcode: TBD
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-nov-19-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Park District Family Recreation Center Studio ‘C’\, 1450 Forest Gate Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250618T021215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T021525Z
UID:7208-1762416000-1762707600@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Muskegon River Steelhead Fishing Outing with guide Jay Allen
DESCRIPTION:Link to the fall 2025 Steelhead Fishing Outing on the Muskegon River with guide Jay Allen: \nhttps://obtu.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Email-from-Oak-Brook-Trout-Unlimited-p1.pdf
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-muskegon-river-steelhead-fishing-outing-with-guide-jay-allen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20251027T205326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T205326Z
UID:7310-1762077600-1762102800@obtu.org
SUMMARY:The "Early Show" at Oakbrook Peabody Estate
DESCRIPTION:“The Early Show” returns as the first fishing show of the season. For those interested in fly fishing\, this is THE local show for you. The event is sponsored by The Illinois Smallmouth Alliance\, DRiFT\, and The Fly Fishing Federation. \nOBTU’s table will showcase our cold water conservation and youth education programs; upcoming OBTU events; where to fish with emphasis on trout streams; & much more. \nLocation:  Mayslake Peabody Estate\, 1717 W. 31st Street\, Oak Brook\, IL \nThe Early Show Flyer offers further details:  Link to Early Show Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/the-early-show-at-oakbrook-peabody-estate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20251014T143013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T143013Z
UID:7284-1760778000-1760792400@obtu.org
SUMMARY:SE Wisconsin & OBTU Join Forces for a joint work day in SE Wisc.
DESCRIPTION:The partnership between SEWTU & OBTU continues… \nWork Day Details: \nWeather permitting\, the Saturday October 18th\, 2025 Workday will be at Whitewater Creek just southeast of Whitewater\, WI.   The work site is at the Millis Road crossing of Whitewater Creek. Parking is located about 500 feet Northeast of the creek on Millis Road: \nLink to Work Location on Google Maps  \nVolunteers will be installing biologs. \nRSVP Ken Rizzo at riz2337@yahoo.com if you plan to attend. The Workday will start 9am & end at noon followed by a brat fry. \nThe workday location has changed from nearby Bluff Creek to Whitewater Creek. It’s been a few years since we worked on this stream.  The Southeast Wisconsin Chapter of Trout Unlimited (SEWTU) will partner with Oakbrook\, IL TU (OBTU) to install 40 biologs that morning. If time permits we will backfill the biologs with brush cut from a nearby area. \nWork will begin at 9:00 am and continue until around noon followed by our traditional brat fry. Workers should bring waders\, safety glasses\, and work gloves. There will also be some work for volunteers without waders. Additionally bring a folding chair for the after-party brat fry. \nRSVP Ken Rizzo at riz2337@yahoo.com or call 262-370-4937 if you plan to attend or have any questions. \nIMPORTANT: Biologs can become un-managible when soaked. If the event is being rescheduled due to adverse weather\, Ken plans to send email notification to registered participants at about 7:15 am on Saturday\, Oct 18. If you are in doubt\, we recommend you call Ken Rizzo to confirm the event is on before you make the drive!
URL:https://obtu.org/event/se-wisconsin-obtu-join-forces-for-a-joint-work-day-in-se-wisc-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250911T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T182411Z
UID:7258-1760778000-1760788800@obtu.org
SUMMARY:DuPage River Cleanup--Naperville\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Come out for the Oak Brook TU 2025 Spring DuPage River Cleanup Day from 9 a.m. to 12 noon! (Coffee & donuts served at 8:30am)  Bring your river shoes or waders and join us for a morning of removing debris and litter along the West Branch of the DuPage River from Gartner Road to 75th Street in Naperville. This event is part of the DuPage County “Adopt-A-Stream” program to help keep local water resources clean. \nVolunteers will meet at 9 a.m. at Pioneer Park at 1212 S. Washington Street in Naperville. \nGloves\, trash pokers\, garbage bags\, water\, and technical support will be provided. \nFor more information and/or to sign up please contact Keven Graham.\nkeven.graham@comcast.net\n(630) 251-6304 \nLink to Event Flyer:  https://obtu.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/SCAN0001.PDF-Fall-2025-Dupage-River-Cleanup.pdf
URL:https://obtu.org/event/dupage-river-cleanup-naperville-illinois-10/
LOCATION:Pioneer Park\, 1212 S Washington Street\, Naperville\, Illinois\, 60540
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250831T231048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T143823Z
UID:7222-1760554800-1760562000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting Oct 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Oct 15 – Peter Jonas of TUDARE\, speaking on “Current trends and developments in stream restoration work” \nPeter partnered with OBTU on the Traverse Valley Creek rehabilitation in the Wisconsin Driftless.    OBTU made a significant grant to the project which which was successfully completed during 2024. \nPizza will be served starting about 6:00pm.    Donations to cover the cost of pizza encouraged. \nMeeting with start about 7:00pm. \nThis is planned to be a a hybrid meeting: \nLink to Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83805127414?pwd=3sbRrBEhS6ah3JmmX7cWvIEenV5dkS.1 \nMeeting ID: 838 0512 7414 \nPasscode: 219855 \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799       Meeting ID: 838 0512 7414      Passcode: 219855 \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-oct-15-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251012
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250904T220810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T220947Z
UID:7251-1760140800-1760227199@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Coldwater River Survey & Fishing Weekend--Grand Rapids\, Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Fishing Outing Combined with half day OBTU entomology survey. \nMeet at the Tyler Creek Country Club 9 am in the morning on Saturday\, Oct 11. Following coffee & donuts\, the outing features a half-day work session on Saturday morning where OBTU members split into small teams to sample the macroinvertebrates at various Coldwater River locations. With samples collected\, everyone meets back at the Tyler Creek Country Club to classify and record the samples. The data compiled is used over time to study trends in the diversity of macro invertebrates recorded providing an indicator of stream health. This is an enjoyable\, interesting & educational activity. To the uninitiated\, its a great opportunity to learn about coldwater aquatic insects and other invertebrates that contribute to the trout food chain. \nAfter lunch (provided)\, form into fishing teams and deploy to various access points.  Fish Saturday afternoon till dinner. \nOption to fish Sunday morning until departure for home. \nThe primary plan is to fish the Coldwater River Watershed depending on conditions with options to fish the Muskegon or Rogue River. \nMotels near Grand Rapids Airport; 28th SE street exit on I-96; More details to be provided. \nLink to a General Description of Past Survey Outings
URL:https://obtu.org/event/coldwater-river-survey-fishing-weekend-grand-rapids-michigan-8/
LOCATION:Tyler Creek Golf Club and Campground\, 13495 92nd St SE\, Alto\, MI\, 49302\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Marvin Strauch":MAILTO:mjstrauchjr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250129T231943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T231943Z
UID:7002-1758931200-1759190399@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Wisconsin Driftless Area Fall Fishing Outing at Nature Nooks Retreat near Viroqua.
DESCRIPTION:OBTU 7th annual Wisconsin Driftless Area Fall Fishing Outing at Nature Nooks Retreat near Viroqua. \nContact Art Cottrell artcottrell82@gmail.com or John Martyn jakmar2@comcast.net for more info and to reserve a space: \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-wisconsin-driftless-area-fall-fishing-outing-at-nature-nooks-retreat-near-viroqua/
LOCATION:Nature Nooks Retreat\, S4878 County Road S\, Viroqua\, WI\, 54665\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Cottrell":MAILTO:artcottrell83@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250911T211238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T225033Z
UID:7263-1758364200-1758384000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Illinois River Watch 30th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Link to Event Flyer  \nLink to Registration Details \nLocation: Kankakee River State Park\, 5314 West State Route 102\, Bourbonnais\, IL 60914 \nDate and time: Sat\, Sep 20\, 2025 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM \nLink to Illinois River Watch Web Site
URL:https://obtu.org/event/illinois-river-watch-30th-anniversary-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250901T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T193100Z
UID:7228-1757754000-1757768400@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Open House:  Saturday\, Sept 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:In lieu of the Sept membership mtg\, OBTU is hosting an Open House to provide an opportunity to get re-engaged following our summer break: \nAGENDA (informal): \n-Socialize with colleagues—Invite your friends (open to public). \n-Find out what’s going on with upcoming plans & events \n-Consider opportunities to get involved \n-Have a good time (most important). \nWHEN: Saturday\, Sept 13 from 9:00a.m. through 1:00pm. \nNOTE: This is a Saturday—-Not our normal meeting day! \nWHERE: Our normal monthly membership meeting location at:  Oak Brook Park District\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forrest Gate Rd.\, Oak Brook \nFOOD: A Brat roast lunch will be provided (around lunch time)   \nTo help us plan the food order\, please RSVP to Steve Shapiro if you plan to attend: shapiro.steve@outlook.com \nActivities: Information Tables\, Bamboo Rod Casting\, & more will be available. Possible casting accuracy challenge (for those who are game). DuPage Fly\, Orvis and other partners invited.
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-open-house-saturday-sept-13-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T163000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250205T195755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195755Z
UID:7061-1757147400-1757176200@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #5
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 21st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide an easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2025 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-5-4/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T163000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250205T195826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195826Z
UID:7059-1754728200-1754757000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #4
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 21st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide an easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2025 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-4-4/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250124T203007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T204433Z
UID:6954-1752969600-1753487999@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Council of Trout Unlimited Youth Conservation & Fly Fishing Camp
DESCRIPTION:This is the 16th annual IL Council of TU Youth Camp held on the AuSable River near Grayling\, Michigan.   The camp represents an outstanding opportunity for young women & men aged 13 to 18 to obtain a rigorous introduction to the sport of fly fishing for wild stream trout while also gaining in depth appreciation for conservation of our cold water natural resources. \nA link to Youth Camp details is provided: \nLINK TO YOUTH CAMP (Overview Presentation\, One-page Flyer\, and One-page application) \nIf you want to discuss\, please contact Dan LaFave\, Youth Camp Director:  dlafave@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://obtu.org/event/illinois-council-of-trout-unlimited-youth-conservation-fly-fishing-camp-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T163000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250205T195853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195853Z
UID:7057-1752309000-1752337800@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #3
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 21st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide an easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2025 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-3-3/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T163000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250205T195944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195944Z
UID:7014-1749889800-1749918600@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 21st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide an easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2025 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-2-4/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250223T222350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T185113Z
UID:7094-1747854000-1747861200@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting May 21\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER: Drew Kazenski\, co-chair for the IL chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA) \nTOPIC: What can be done to protect access to Illinois streams and rivers? \nThe IL Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers and the Oak Book Chapter of Trout Unlimited are joining forces to host a public meeting to talk about protecting public access to Illinois streams and rivers. We invite other concerned individuals and organizations to JOIN US on May 21 to discuss issues\, answer questions\, and plan future actions. \nDespite laws and court rulings supporting public river access\, ambiguous legal interpretations have led to landowners and state officials blocking access; and restricting rights to Illinois’ waterways. \nLegislation to clarify Illinois’ confusing stream access situation\, and ensure the right to public waters for paddlers\, hunters\, anglers\, and other outdoor enthusiasts is being considered in the Illinois General Assembly. House Bill 1873 protects public access to navigable rivers while respecting private landowner concerns\, ensuring Illinoisans can enjoy their waterways just like residents of neighboring states. \nTogether\, through individual actions\, advocacy\, and collaborative efforts\, we can protect our right to enjoy our waterways! \nMore About Drew Kazenski: Drew Kazenski grew up in rural central Illinois and was raised from the beginning with a deep understanding and respect for hunting\, fishing and conservation.  As an avid hiker\, hunter and fly fisherman; he has had whitetails make him tremble in Illinois\, chased Merriam turkeys in South Dakota\, and landed West-slope Cutthroats in Montana\, all due to public land and conservation efforts before him.  Drew believes if you are consuming or taking you should do some part to give back\, one of his reasons for joining BHA.  Drew encourages everyone to find away to give back to the land we all consume from. Currently\, Drew still resides in central Illinois with his wife and golden retriever enjoying their passion for the outdoors. \n \nDrew Kazenski\, Co-Chair of BHA Chicago Chapter \n \nLink to BHA National Web Site: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/ \nLink to BHA Illinois Chapter: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/illinois \n  \nZoom meeting to start at 7:00pm. Doors open for pizza and socializing at 6:00pm. \n  \nThis is a hybrid meeting: You can attend in person at the Central Park West Building in the Oak Brook Park District (see map below) or participate in the meeting remotely by signing on to Zoom. \nLink to Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84767652674?pwd=bOuE3uObOogmFQSbvbrj0q1rb45lbh.1 \nMeeting ID: 847 6765 2674    Passcode: 717730 \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799     Meeting ID: 717730 \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-april-23-2025-2/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250205T195924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195924Z
UID:7055-1747470600-1747499400@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #1
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 21st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide an easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2025 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-1-4/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20260126T152413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T152610Z
UID:7390-1746779400-1746806400@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Fly Fishing Class Session #1
DESCRIPTION:Oak Brook Trout Unlimited is now in our 22st year of offering introductory one-day youth fly fishing classes. \nThe program is open to boys and girls 11 years and older. We provide a free\, easy-to-understand overview to the sport of fly fishing. All fly-fishing equipment and fly-tying materials are provided by Oak Brook Chapter Trout Unlimited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLink to the event flyer for more details:    2026 Youth Fly Fishing Flyer
URL:https://obtu.org/event/youth-fly-fishing-class-session-1-5/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250223T221152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T103053Z
UID:7078-1744830000-1744837200@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting April 16\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Topic: TBD\n \nSpeaker: Dale Bowman\, Outdoors Columnist\, Chicago Sun-Times \n  \nThis is a hybrid meeting: You can attend in person at the Central Park West Building in the Oak Brook Park District (see map below) or participate in the meeting remotely by signing on to Zoom. \nLink to Zoom meeting: TBD   Zoom details to be added. \nMeeting ID:     Passcode:  \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799     Meeting ID:  Passcode:  \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-april-23-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250305T120413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T120413Z
UID:7037-1743843600-1743854400@obtu.org
SUMMARY:DuPage River Cleanup--Naperville\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Come out for the Oak Brook TU 2025 Spring DuPage River Cleanup Day from 9 a.m. to 12 noon! (Coffee & donuts served at 8:30am)  Bring your river shoes or waders and join us for a morning of removing debris and litter along the West Branch of the DuPage River from Gartner Road to 75th Street in Naperville. This event is part of the DuPage County “Adopt-A-Stream” program to help keep local water resources clean. \nVolunteers will meet at 9 a.m. at Pioneer Park at 1212 S. Washington Street in Naperville. \nGloves\, trash pokers\, garbage bags\, water\, and technical support will be provided. \nFor more information and/or to sign up please contact Dave Carlson.\ndmcarlson@hotmail.com\n(312) 953-6759 \nLink to Event Flyer:   https://obtu.org/2025-spring-dupage-river-cleanup/
URL:https://obtu.org/event/dupage-river-cleanup-naperville-illinois-9/
LOCATION:Pioneer Park\, 1212 S Washington Street\, Naperville\, Illinois\, 60540
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250223T221814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T063307Z
UID:7074-1742410800-1742418000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting March 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Colwater Projects\n \nSpeaker: Aaron Snell\, Streamside Ecological Services. \n  \nThis is a hybrid meeting: You can attend in person at the Central Park West Building in the Oak Brook Park District (see map below) or participate in the meeting remotely by signing on to Zoom. \nLink to Zoom meeting: TBD     https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88363122640?pwd=rg8AHAzRZtfJr6Cb9wSr2iBbuVZSab.1  \nMeeting ID: 883 6312 2640    Passcode: 943075 \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799     Meeting ID: 883 6312 2640   Passcode: 943075 \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-march-19-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250223T225536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T230622Z
UID:7096-1741528800-1741536000@obtu.org
SUMMARY:Earth Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:OBTU will be hosting an information table at the “Earth Awareness Fair” which will be held at the Frankfort Public Library.   This is the fair’s 2nd year and the event has at least 27 conservation organizations registered (more that double the 2024 participation).    Exhibitors include a variety of organizations from our local area that are focused on conserving our environment.  Could be a good Sunday afternoon outing for you & the family! \nThe fair will take place at: \nFrankfort Public Library District\,   \n21119 S Pfeiffer Rd.\, \nFrankfort\, IL 60423\n(815) 469-2423\n\nDetails including a list of exhibitors\, a map to the location\, and visitor registration are provided via the following link:\nhttps://frankfort.librarycalendar.com/event/EarthFair2025
URL:https://obtu.org/event/earth-awareness-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T133000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250124T233529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T234524Z
UID:6986-1741426200-1741440600@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Youth Fly Fishing "Train the Trainers" Event at Camp Sagawau
DESCRIPTION:Anyone planning to volunteer to help with the youth fly fishing classes this summer should try to attend.  All OBTU members who may want to get involved in chapter Youth Education Programs are welcome to attend.  We will provide orientation for new volunteers\, review and discuss programs with the existing volunteers\, and look for ways to improve our programs going forward.  (Last year we met from 9:30am till about 1:30—–meeting times for 2025 need to be confirmed.) \nWe will review: \n\nYouth Fly Fishing program.   We review the skills – knot tying\, fly tying\, casting\, tackle assembly – that we must pass on to the students in these classes.   Link to 2024 Youth Fly Fishing Training Flyer    (to be updated for 2025)\nWe discuss current year plans for other OBTU youth education programs including Trout-In-The-Classroom and Stream Girls.\nWe also discuss status of the IL Council Youth Conservation & Fly Fishing Camp which is a 6-day camp held on Michigan’s Au Sable River in late July each year.
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-youth-fly-fishing-train-the-trainers-event-at-camp-sagawau-2/
LOCATION:Camp Sagawau Forest Preserve Learning Center\, 12545 West 111th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Lesiak":MAILTO:mdlesiak100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T053405
CREATED:20250206T215415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T215415Z
UID:7045-1739991600-1739998800@obtu.org
SUMMARY:OBTU Chapter Meeting Feb 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Topic: ‘Muskegon River Fly Fishing Opportunities’ Jay will discuss Muskegon River multi-species fly fishing opportunities with an emphasis on steelhead.\n \nSpeaker: Jay Allen\, Head Guide and Owner of Muskegon River Inn will speak in person at the Oak Brook Park District (Central Park West Building).\nLink to Jay Allen’s Site:  https://muskegonriverinn.com/ \nOBTU Fall Steelhead Fishing Outing with Jay is being planned: Stay tuned for details to be announced upon completion of event plans. Note: Thanks to Jay for agreeing to speak on short notice. (Ike Rhoads was originally scheduled & announced for Feb 19\, but withdrew due to conflict.)\n\n \nJay Allen with a Muskegon River Steelhead\n\nMore About Jay: Most of the year Jay resides in Newaygo\, Michigan\, and is a fly fishing guide on the Muskegon River and surrounding area.  In addition to being a highly accomplished guide\, Jay has an entrepreneurial spirit.  Winning approval of a government grant\, Jay & his wife procured a large\, historic building in downtown Newaygo and redeveloped the building into what is now the Muskegon River Inn.\n\nFor many years\, Jay has spent some of the summer months guiding in Wyoming. He has partnered with Turpin Meadows Ranch as the resort’s fishing manager leading multi-day horseback/fly-fishing/camping trips in the Yellowstone back country\, and he has also partnered with a native American outfitter to lead fly fishing trips within the restricted-access Wind River Reservation.\n\nYou may remember Jay from past presentations.  Over the past 8 years\, he has delivered talks to OBTU on Muskegon River Steelhead fishing\, Yellowstone area back country\, and Wind River expeditions. Jay is an outstanding guide who will put you on the fish. He also serves the best guide lunch you have ever had!\n\nOBTU thanks Jay for his annual donations of a guide trip and lodging at the Muskegon River Inn for each of the past several years in support of OBTU fund raising!\nThis is a hybrid meeting:  You can attend in person at the Central Park West Building in the Oak Brook Park District (see map below) or participate in the meeting remotely by signing on to Zoom. \nLink to Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88295185641?pwd=9E2OVdnbkkOxJj2GEMH8EgrtCJZXMd.1 \nMeeting ID: 882 9518 5641    Passcode: 695564 \nOR Connect by Phone: \nPhone #:   (312) 626-6799     Meeting ID: 882 9518 5641 Passcode: 695564 \n 
URL:https://obtu.org/event/obtu-chapter-meeting-feb-19-2025-2/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Recreation Center\, Central Park West Building\, 1500 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keven Graham":MAILTO:keven.graham@comcast.net
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