The proposed Terrero mine poses serious risks to the Upper Pecos Watershed, one of northern New Mexico’s most important and fragile river systems. This watershed is home water for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited, and its health is essential to cold-water fisheries, acequias,…
Ethical Angling in New Mexico Ethical angling protects fish, habitat, and future fishing opportunities. Trout Unlimited encourages anglers to go beyond minimum regulations and adopt best practices that support healthy fisheries. Follow Regulations and Special Designations Regulations are designed to…
Trout are highly specialized fish adapted to cold, clean, well-oxygenated water. Their biology makes them excellent indicators of stream health across New Mexico. Trout Diet Trout are opportunistic feeders whose diets depend on season, stream size, and available food sources.…
New Mexico’s cold-water fisheries support both native trout species and introduced (non-native) trout. While all trout depend on clean, cold water, native species are uniquely adapted to New Mexico’s watersheds and play a critical role in maintaining healthy aquatic ecosystems. Understanding the difference…
Nicholas Tsapatsaris, M.D., is the Conservation Chair for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited in Santa Fe New Mexico. Below you can read his Roadless Rule Support Letter submitted on behalf of Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Key Benefits of…
Fly fishing for trout is one of life’s great joys, connecting anglers to the beauty and tranquility of rivers and streams. However, as water temperatures rise, particularly during the heat of summer or prolonged droughts, fly fishing can become dangerous—even…
Ever found yourself scratching your head, trying to map out how our local Trout Unlimited Chapter connects to the wider national organization? You’re not alone! Many dedicated members feel a bit mystified by TU’s framework. It’s understandable, because Trout Unlimited…
This is one of the most common questions we hear at Trout Unlimited events – either from experienced fly fishermen new to this state or beginners who have mastered the basics of casting and knots and want to know where…
It started with a mouse, the New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse, which was listed in 2014 under the Endangered Species Act. The listing closed an important pasture to grazing and also locked out trout anglers from fishing the Rio Cebolla. United…