Last year, we shared the opportunity for teens to submit an essay to National TU answering the question, ”Why are public lands and green spaces an important part of your life?”.

Wyatt Kauth, a high school junior from Oostburg was one of the six national winners. His essay starts, “Even before I could tie my own shoes, I loved fishing.” … and just gets better from there.

Click here to read Kyle’s essay. A final note is that Kyle is currently taking  part in our virtual fly tying program. Congrats, Kyle. We wish you the best and hope to see you on the water someday.