In May 2009 the Minnesota Legislature appropriated $2,050,000 to enable Minnesota Trout Unlimited to undertaken trout stream habitat improvement projects in 10 counties around the state In March 2009 the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council had recommended full funding of MNTU’s proposal to improve coldwater habitat in eleven streams. By June 2011 over 14 miles of streams will be restored and enhanced by MNTU’s seven chapters with the assistance of the Minnesota DNR and other conservation groups. The projects will stabilize streambanks, improve water quality, and increase habitat for trout and nongame species. Minnesota TU members are honored they have been given this opportunity to improve Minnesota’s coldwater resources for anglers and taxpayers. For further details or questions please contact MNTU Council Chair, John Lenczewski, at jlenczewski@comcast.net.

Why/How Habitat Projects are Undertaken by MNTU