Southern Colorado Greenbacks
Chapter 509
Trout Unlimited, Inc.

Our Mission:
To Conserve, Protect and Restore
 Colorado's Trout Fisheries
and their Watersheds.

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The “Arkansas River - Cañon City Habitat
Improvement Project”
Raffle

Purpose: To purchase structure materials for the in-stream Arkansas River habitat improvement project. Project conducted in collaboration with the CO Division of Wildlife, Southern Colorado Greenback, Cheyenne Mtn. and Collegiate Peaks Chapters, Trout Unlimited. For information, contact Pat at 719-566-6834.

Three Prizes! | Prize DetailsHow to Participate

Drawings to be held on Sept. 11, 2008 at Jones-Healy Realtors, 119 W. 6th St., Pueblo, 7:00 p.m.
You need not be present to win.


First Prize
  • Royal Gorge Anglers' Half and Half Float/Wade Trip for Two on the Arkansas River
  • Batson Custom-built Rod and Cortland Reel
  • Overnight Stay at Cotopaxi KOA on the Arkansas River
Second Prize
  • Royal Gorge Anglers' Full Day Walk/Wade Fly fishing Trip for Two on the Arkansas River
  • The Definitive Western Rivers Fly Box with 5 doz. Flies
  • Overnight Stay at Cotopaxi KOA on the Arkansas River
Third Prize
  • Angler's Addiction Guided Full-Day Trip for Two Anglers at Yellow Pine Ranch

Details of Prizes


First Prize

Royal Gorge Anglers' Half and Half Float/Wade Trip for Two on the Arkansas River

We start with a morning wade trip beginning at Arkansas River Tours in Cotopaxi at 7:30 AM. This portion of the trip lets you shake loose the cobwebs and concentrate on the great early morning dry fly fishing. At noon, you are free to spend a few hours on your own relaxing during the heat of the afternoon, or pursuing Browns rising to hoppers along shorelines. Meet us at 4:30 for an evening float donated by Bill Hamel/Arkansas River Tours, using large dries and streamers--the best of both worlds and you'll love it. You'll need to provide your own flies and lunch. Mid June through August.   Guide gratuity not included – Trip scheduled on an “as date available” basis.

Donated by Royal Gorge Anglers,  http://www.RoyalGorgeAnglers.com,  1210 Royal Gorge Blvd., Canon City, CO - 888-994-6743. Prize item expires on Oct. 31, 2009 Normally $395 per boat for two anglers.

 

Batson Custom-built Rod and Cortland Reel

This gorgeous rod is handcrafted with the addition of a beautifully woven rainbow trout as thread wrap near the butt, an embedded dry fly in resin and the name "S. Colorado Greenback Chapter, Trout Unlimited ~ a true collectable "one of a kind" work of art. Cortland reel included.

 

Overnight Stay at Cotopaxi KOA on the Arkansas River

Located on the banks of the BEST Arkansas River Fishing-Open April 1 - October 31. Prize item is for one night and expires on Oct 31, 2009. A stay at the Cotopaxi/Arkansas River KOA puts you on one of the most popular stretches of the Arkansas River for fly-fishing, kayaking and whitewater rafting. On the last weekend in March, this KOA hosts the annual Royal Gorge Anglers fly-fishing school. From mid-April through mid-May, an amazing caddis hatch produces incredible dry-fly action. After a day of action, relax at KOA's pavilion and patio overlooking the river. Swimming, hayrides, a game room with a pool table, mini golf, nightly movies and more keep kids smiling. Enjoy the new deluxe sites-overlooking and near the river-with concrete patios, fire rings and patio furniture.  

Donated by Cotopaxi KOA, http://www.coloradocampingkoa.com/index.php , Cotopaxi, CO. Prize item expires on Oct. 31, 2009. A $50 value.


Second Prize

Royal Gorge Anglers' Full Day Walk/Wade Fly fishing Trip for Two on the Arkansas River

The Arkansas River has tremendous numbers of Brown Trout from 11 to 16 inches, and offers terrific stonefly, caddis and attractor fly fishing through late Fall. Walk/wade fishing has a distinct advantage in very low water. Guide gratuity not included. Subject to date availabilityPrize item expires on Oct. 31, 2009. Donated by Royal Gorge Anglers, http://www.RoyalGorgeAnglers.com. Normally worth $350.00.

The Definitive Western Rivers Fly Box with 5 Doz. Flies

For a successful trip on any river, the Right Stuff is a must!  These flies tied by an experienced fly fishing veteran will provide the flies that guarantee a great day!

Overnight Stay at Cotopaxi KOA on the Arkansas River

Located on the banks of the BEST Arkansas River Fishing-Open April 1 - October 31. Prize item is for one night and expires on Oct 31, 2009. A stay at the Cotopaxi/Arkansas River KOA puts you on one of the most popular stretches of the Arkansas River for fly-fishing, kayaking and whitewater rafting. On the last weekend in March, this KOA hosts the annual Royal Gorge Anglers fly-fishing school. From mid-April through mid-May, an amazing caddis hatch produces incredible dry-fly action. After a day of action, relax at KOA's pavilion and patio overlooking the river. Swimming, hayrides, a game room with a pool table, mini golf, nightly movies and more keep kids smiling. Enjoy the new deluxe sites-overlooking and near the river-with concrete patios, fire rings and patio furniture.   Donated by Cotopaxi KOA, http://www.coloradocampingkoa.com/index.php , Cotopaxi, CO. Prize item expires on Oct. 31, 2009. A $50 value.


Third Prize

Angler's Addiction Guided Full-Day Trip for Two Anglers at Yellow Pine Ranch

near Cuchara, Colorado.   Includes guiding for a full day, lunch and rod fees. This private stream in an historic ranch setting is home to BIG brookies, rainbow and browns.  To finish the day, there is a small pond right by the lodge that holds large stocked trout. All catch and release waters on barbless hooks.   Guide gratuity not included.  Subject to date availability. Prize item expires on Sept. 11, 2009.

Donated by Angler’s Addiction, 1401 N. Main St., Pueblo, CO, 719-568-2281. and Yellow Pine Ranch, Cuchara, CO. Valued at $300.00.


How to Participate

Print out and fill in the coupon posted below, or from the attached .pdf . Include it with your check made to the order of the S. CO Greenback Chapter 509, Trout Unlimited along with  a stamped self-addressed envelope. Send the coupon, your check and the SASE to S. CO Greenback Chapter, Pat McGraw, TU President, 1630 Alma Ave., Pueblo, CO 81004 . You will be notified by telephone call or e-mail (if provided) if you win. Inquiries can also be sent to the chapter eMail: s_greenbacks @ chapter509tu.org (remove spaces in the eMail address before sending).