Fall 2023 Newsletter
It’s been a good run. When I accepted the nomination to lead the chapter four years ago, in some ways I did so to carry on a legacy and pay homage to my grandfather. Jay Lehr was an active member in the late 80’s through his passing in 1999. As I...
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Spring 2023 Newsletter
In December, my wife Megan and I were fortunate enough to spend a few days in the Bahamas, fishing for Bonefish. The experience was incredible, and I’d recommend it to anyone that gets the opportunity. Those Bones are aggressive, and they love to run. However, it was...
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Opening Day 2023
Join us for opening day 2023! You are invited to stop by the food stands at Muddy Creek Forks and High Rock Road. Saturday, April 1, 2023 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For sale: breakfast and lunch items, hot and cold drinks, fishing flies, T-shirts, and hats. Credit cards...
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Winter 2022 Newsletter
A few weeks ago, standing on the banks of Elk Creek outside of Erie, a friend of mine asked me what it is that makes our chapter so special. I stood for a moment, staring into the late fall sky, and the answer came easily and brought a warm smile to my face. It’s the...
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Looking Back on a Productive Season
Fall is here, and for the team at Muddy Creek Trout Unlimited, that means one thing... we're busy! It sure feels like we've hosted an event for each of the last few weekends, and that's because, for the most part, we have. Our recent string of events began back in...
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Fall Trout Stocking
Our fall trout stocking team is looking for volunteers! If you're interested in helping us stock on September 9, 12, 14, 16, or 20, please reach out to Fred Wilt at 717-309-8098 for more details! Want to help out but can't make those dates work? On September 21, we're...
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Summer 2021 Newsletter
Greetings Muddy Creek TU We waded into the spring of 2021 as if the waters were high and pushing grass - with caution. We held our monthly meetings remotely and were able to connect with exciting and inspiring guests as we hosted; Dom Swentosky of Troutbitten, Author...
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A fitting tribute to Fred Bridge
A fitting tribute to Fred Bridge by his son Ryan. I can hear Fred laughing like a little kid as he catches fish after fish on his “christmas tree rig” We miss you Fred! "My Dad told me that honest legacies are earned, never bought n paid for. I took an afternoon and...
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Stocking Update 3/27/21
MCTU volunteers enjoyed the morning float stocking 500 trout and doing some necessary maintenance to the nursery grounds. It is nice to be out again in shirt sleeves hanging with the crew.
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March Chapter Meeting
Thank you to our guest speaker WCO Rachael...
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Bay Journal Feature
Our recent riparian forest buffer planting has been featured in this months Bay Journal! Continue reading for a sneak peak at the article and click the link below to read the full piece! "At one end of a field, nearly 40 volunteers gathered around a single tree....
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February Chapter Meeting
Join us to hear Henry Ramsay talk about fishing PA's Class A trout...
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January Chapter Meeting
Guest Speaker Dom Swentosky from...
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Giving Tuesday
It’s #GivingTuesday and our new donation page gives you options for how you want your money to go to work. Visit MUDDYCREEKTU.ORG/DONATE today to learn more about our efforts and see how you can help improve our Muddy Creek...
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Trees for Trout!
Last month, a team of nearly 40 Muddy Creek Trout Unlimited and Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay members and volunteers gathered to plant a riparian buffer forest. The new 2.6 acre forests consists of 500 trees and over 20 species. We interviewed 3...
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Fall 2020 Newsletter
MUDDY MATTERS The Newsletter of the Muddy Creek Chapter #575 of Trout Unlimited TO CONSERVE PROTECT AND RESTORE THE MUDDY CREEK WATERSHED. From the President’s Vest As I write this, the hillsides are aflame with color and trout have begun to spawn a new generation....
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Many Hands Make Light Work
They say many hands make light work. That was certainly the case yesterday morning as nearly 40 volunteers gathered to plant 500 trees in 2 hours. Over 20 species of trees were planted on this 2.6 acre section of property along Leibs Creek. As this young forest grows,...
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October Chapter Updates
Join us for our October chapter update!
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A beautiful day to prep for planting!
It was a beautiful day to prep the site for tomorrow’s tree planting! Our team worked with the landowner, and Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, to dig holes and prepare trees, stakes, and tree shelters. Today’s work should make things go smoothly tomorrow when 20+...
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Summer 2020 Newsletter
The last two months have reminded me that we have a lot to be thankful for. As many of us have found solace in our beloved watershed, the work that our chapter has done to protect its vitality, then and now, is certainly one of them. I’m thankful for cold, clean...
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