At the start of the week, volunteers and staff from environmental agencies helped restock White Clay Creek with dozens of trout, with trout fishing season ongoing since the beginning of April, writes Zoë Read for WHYY.
With excitement, attendees scooped up buckets of wriggling fish and transferred them to the flowing creek near Avondale.
Thanks to Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection initiatives, water pollution and contamination have been mitigated in the waterway, which is one of the most important watersheds for area counties.
Every year, 3 million trout from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s hatcheries are injected into bodies of water in the state. Delighted families and anglers enjoy the tradition of staking out their spots to spend the day fishing, whether for outdoor entertainment or sustenance.
White Clay Creek has undergone restorative efforts to protect clean water and aquatic life like trout. Fish populations have been affected by habitat loss, polluted water, erosion, land use, and other issues.
“Ongoing efforts to improve water quality that support aquatic life go hand in hand with one of our state’s favorite pastimes, which is fishing,” said State Rep. Christina Sappey, who was in attendance. “Fishing provides the opportunity for Pennsylvania to enjoy the outdoors together, time with family friends or in quiet solitude.”
Read more about the trout restock and check out where to go fishing at WHYY.
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