Hint: It's Not Because They Eat Them A summary of research by Lauren Flynn New Mexico State University Reported by Ron Loehman, Conservation Chairman Brown trout tend to replace Rio Grande cutthroat trout (RGCT) where they occur together in New Mexico streams, not because of predation, but because brown trout outcompete RGCT for food and habitat. That is the conclusion of research recently completed by Lauren Flynn for an MS degree in Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology from New Mexico State University. This result was independent of water temperature for a sample of eight New Mexico streams in the Santa Fe ... Read More
October 9, 2020
A working group comprised of individuals, environmental, and recreation groups is developing a proposal to the NM Water Quality Control Commission to secure greater protections for the upper Rio Grande, the Rio Hondo, and Jemez headwater streams ... Read More
October 9, 2020
Mary Rosel, Women's Activities Chair From the October 2020 newsletter Fall is finally here with its cooler weather and cooler stream temperatures! I dream of getting back on the water. This has been a life changing year. Change isn't always easy, especially if it means giving up something you love to do. I want to think that this change will lead to innovations to a new and better way to live. In the meantime, savor the moments with your loved ones. Be thankful for the good things in your lives. Ponder your thoughts and dig deep to learn how to make ... Read More
October 9, 2020
Recently, some New Mexico Trout members have reported encountering large numbers of cattle in and along the Rio San Antonio and the Rio de los Indios in the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Here is some background and suggested actions ... Read More
October 9, 2020
All meetings have been cancelled until further notice. Check back for updates - the website, calendar, Facebook or Meetup page ... Read More
October 9, 2020
This multi-phased project aims to enhance 5.5 miles of riparian habitat and facilitate watershed and riparian restoration along the Tularosa River in New Mexico. It s scheduled for completion September 2020 ... Read More
September 14, 2020
The Carson, Cibola, and Santa Fe National Forests and the Kiowa National Grasslands have announced the release of the Draft Environmental Assessment for Northern New Mexico Riparian, Aquatic and Wetland Restoration Project. The Draft EA is available for review and comment ... Read More
May 24, 2020
The April 14th general meeting is cancelled in consideration of the most recent CDC guidance on meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Fly-Tiers will not meet until after April 6th. Check back for details ... Read More
March 17, 2020