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Conservation Youth Camp

By Montana Trout Unlimited

Listed under Nature and wildlife camps · Fishing camps

A group of young people and an adult stand together in a shallow stream during an outdoor excursion.
Photo from montanatu.org
  • Two children in a boat fish together on a lake at sunset.
  • A person holds a caught fish while fly fishing outdoors.
  • A group of children stand on a wooden porch with fly fishing rods.
  • A group of youths and instructors are gathered inside a wooden building to practice fly tying.

About this camp

Twenty kids from around the state of Montana and beyond will spend 5 days learning about cold water conservation, fly fishing, fly tying, watershed management and coldwater fisheries at Camp Watanopa on the shores of Georgetown Lake.

Students hit the ground running with hands-on education in fly casting, fly tying, and fishing technique, while also learning the importance of healthy trout habitat and good stewardship.

How to join

Ask about next season: Conservation Youth Camp at Montana Trout Unlimited

Eligibility

Ages or grades
Age 11-14 by July 1
Counselor ratio
We accept 20 students aged 11-14.

Cost and supplies

Published cost
$600/camper
What to bring
All fly fishing equipment provided.

Cost help

Montana Trout Unlimited publishes scholarships, sliding fees, or other financial aid. Ask the provider how to apply, or see Help paying.

Past seasons

Published dates from previous seasons, kept so families can compare programs between years.

View 1 past session
What the provider published for past seasons
SessionDatesCost
Conservation Youth CampSun, Jul 5, 2026–Thu, Jul 9, 2026

Sunday – Thursday, July 5-9, 2026

Campfire Lodge on Georgetown Lake, Montana

$600/camper

  • Conservation Youth Camp

    Dates
    Sun, Jul 5, 2026–Thu, Jul 9, 2026

    Sunday – Thursday, July 5-9, 2026

    Location
    Campfire Lodge on Georgetown Lake, Montana
    Cost
    $600/camper