Author: Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited

Welcome to the Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Founded in 1964, we are one of Pennsylvania’s oldest chapters, and help protect many miles of central Pennsylvania’s finest streams. Some of our waters include Muncy Creek, Loyalsock Creek, Black Hole Creek, Pine Creek, Slate Run and Lycoming Creek

HERYN kayaking/fishing program registration open

The Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper’s HERYN (Helping Engage our River’s Youth with Nature) youth kayaking and fishing program days are scheduled for June 22, 23, 24, 26, 27 and 28 at the Central PA Wesleyan Campground near New Columbia (Union County). The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has agreed to be the primary sponsor for the event again this year.

These program days are for young people ages 9 to 14, introducing them to important skills in both kayaking and fishing with the goal of building confidence in these outdoor skills while developing a vested interest in protecting our river’s resources. 

Learn more about the program and fill out the early registration form now for this free program as spots typically fill quickly. 

Also, we could use help in covering lunches for participants and volunteers for the week. If your business would like to provide one — or the money to help us purchase lunch — please contact Riverkeeper John Zaktansky at midsusriver@gmail.com

Susquehanna Trout Unlimited Presents Program on Where to Go Trout Fishing in Northcentral PA

The Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited invites all fishing enthusiasts to a special presentation by PA Fish & Boat Commission Waterways Conservation Officers Justin Boatwright and Hunter Shoemaker, Jim Latini of Susquehanna TU, and Ethan Albright of Slate Run Tackle Shop.  They will highlight trout stocking plans and where to find stream access and special regulation fishing areas on our local streams.  There will be a special focus on Lycoming Creek and Big Pine Creek in the Slate Run area, as well as some tips on fly casting.  The meeting will be held on February 8, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Covenant Central Presbyterian Church, 807 W. 4th Street, Williamsport. Parking and entrance to the Church is at the rear of the building with access off of Campbell Street. The meeting is free and public is cordially invited to attend.

Our First Fly Tying Class

We had a full house at the first fly tying class last night. Thank you to everyone who signed up and to the many instructors who came out to help. In the photo, Dave Rothrock (lead instructor and coordinator) discussing why we tie flies and the insects that we try to imitate

Bucknell’s TU Chapter

Here is an article about the TU Costa 5 Rivers Club at Bucknell University. These clubs are TU Chapters and sponsored by an active TU Chapter. The Susquehanna Chapter has been trying to establish a similar club at Lycoming College and Penn College, but have not had much interest from the schools.

If you know of any students or staff at either of these colleges, share this article with them and have them contact us if they are interested in starting a chapter at their school.

TU Costa 5 Rivers Club Spotlight: Bucknell

Penn State Fly Fishing Program

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Below is an article in the January / February issue of the Pennsylvania Angler and Boater. This is an interesting article about the fly fishing program at Penn State that was started by George Harvey.

To see more from this issue of the magazine, go to https://www.fishandboat.com/Transact/AnglerBoater/AnglerBoater2023/Pages/January-February-2023.aspx

Fish & Boat Commission Investigation Of Pollution From PA General Energy Natural Gas Development Construction Site On Exceptional Value Loyalsock Creek Results In Settlement Agreement

Click the link for the full story

http://www.paenvironmentdigest.com/newsletter/default.asp?NewsletterArticleID=57224&SubjectID=