Welcome to Challenge Chapter Trout Unlimited
The Challenge Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a non-profit, fund raising organization whose mission is to engage in stream and watershed restoration efforts at the grass roots level. We support the State and National TU organizations in their educational and legislative activities. Our restoration efforts are focused on both distant waters, such as the AuSable River, and local waters, like the Paint Creek. These critical resources continue to recover and thrive with our love and care. Dave Parker Obituary
For those of you who don't know already, we sadly report that our good friend and longtime board member Dave Parker passed on April 26.
A proud veteran, Dave served his country with honor in the US Army from 1965-1968. His last year of service was spent in Vietnam as a Preventive Medicine Specialist. Later in life, he made a trek back to Vietnam to experience how the country had evolved since the war.
Dave was an avid outdoorsman with an endless passion for nature, and he spent a lifetime pursuing fitness and the outdoors. He was a relentless runner, biker and cross-country skier. Qualifying and running the Boston marathon, twice, was a great source of pride for Dave. He was a world class fly-fisherman, camper, hiker, canoeist and kayaker.
Dave's wife Debbie mentioned recently that she appreciates all the heartfelt prayers, kindness and support. Dave truly saw his fellow TU members as dear friends and fishing buddies. Debbie is planning a Celebration of Life for Dave in August. Date to be announced.
Debbie asks you to please consider donating to the Alzheimer's Association, or to plant trees in his memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
We send out our thoughts and prayers to Dave's family. He will be truly missed.
Kind Regards,
Challenge Chapter TU Board
James Prosek's Coaster Brook Trout
James Prosek's Coaster Brook Trout
The Challenge Chapter is selling signed and numbered Coaster Brook Trout prints by James Prosek. These 13 X 18 prints are $75 each.