Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited
Conserving, protecting, and restoring Spring Creek’s coldwater fishery and watershed
SCCTU accomplishes our mission through advocacy, conservation projects, and community outreach programs.
SCCTU Wins the 2025 Best Chapter Project Award
On Sept. 20, our chapter was honored with the 2025 Best Chapter Project Award by Pennsylvania Council of Trout Unlimited for our Slab Cabin Run at Millbrook Marsh Stream Restoration & Habitat Improvement Project!
This project is a huge win for conservation, education, and our community — stabilizing 4,400+ ft of stream, reducing 422 tons of sediment/year, and supporting pollinators, woodcock, and native plant species across 6+ acres.
We're proud to have worked alongside 15 incredible partners to make this $520K+ project a success. Together, we're restoring habitat, protecting water quality, and inspiring the next generation of stewards.
Thank you to all who made this possible!
Help us Plan the Future of the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited
We Want Your Feedback!
The Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited is beginning a strategic planning process, and we’d like your input to help guide our future work. Whether you’re a member, past participant, or simply interested in the chapter’s efforts, your feedback is valuable. The survey should take approximately 10-12 minutes to complete.
As a thank you, all completed surveys will be entered into a drawing. Seven randomly selected participants will each receive a $25 Visa gift card. The final day to take the survey and still be entered into the drawing will be October 12th, 2025.
Thank you for helping us protect and enhance Spring Creek and the fly-fishing community!
Charney's Chopped Fly Tying Contest: Free Event and Door Prize!
Charney’s Chopped: Fly Tying Contest is almost here and we’ve got some exciting news!
Thanks to the generosity of Precision Fly and Tackle, all attendees will be entered to win a Moonlit Nirvana V2 Rotary Vise with Base, a $150 value, as a door prize!
So, grab your friends, family, and fishing buddies, you don’t want to miss this one!
Whether you’re competing or just want to watch the creative chaos unfold, this is going to be a night to remember. Fly tyers will go head-to-head in 3 rounds using mystery materials, judged by local celebrity guests!
This event is held in memory of Dennis Charney, a beloved supporter of our chapter and this contest. Come for the creativity, stay for the community. See you there!
Location and Time:
October 2nd, 7:00 pm open, tying starts at 7:15 pm
Happy Valley Brewing Company
137 Elmwood St. State College, PA 16801
THIS IS A FREE EVENT
To compete, please RSVP to Richard Novak at: rnovak2016@gmail.com
ALL PARTICIPANTS PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN VISE AND TOOLS
(limited number of tying kits available from the chapter)
Joe Humphreys Feature Wins National Murrow Award
A short video celebrating the legacy of Penn State’s legendary fly-fishing instructor Joe Humphreys has earned a national Edward R. Murrow Award — a first for Penn State’s Centre County Report.
The three-minute piece, “Trout and Tradition: The Legacy of Joe Humphreys,” was created at Penn State University by reporter Haley Jacobs and aired on Oct. 11, 2024. The award not only honors outstanding student journalism but also shines a spotlight on Joe Humphreys’ lifelong influence on the fly-fishing community, where he has inspired countless anglers through his teaching, writing, and conservation efforts.
Millbrook Marsh Stream Restoration Project Update
🌧️ Despite heavy summer rains that delayed the start and slowed progress, we’re moving forward on the Millbrook Marsh stream restoration project! 💪
A temporary bridge was damaged by the rainfall and had to be repaired early on. Despite the setbacks, the construction crew has completed a brush mattress above and below the Thompson confluence, along with a 125 ft. mudsill on the opposite bank. These structures will help stabilize the streambank and create valuable habitat for aquatic life. 🐟🌿
We Need Committee Members!
BANQUET COMMITTEE
The Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited is looking for more of our members to participate and help us in our yearly activities. We are currently seeking members to join our Event and Fundraising Committee.
The Committee is a dedicated team of volunteers responsible for organizing and executing a signature fundraising event that supports the mission of SCCTU. The primary role of committee members is to plan our largest annual fundraiser, the Annual Banquet.
If you’re interested in serving on this committee, please hit the “I’m Interested in Volunteering” button below to send us an email.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Planning: Help design the event theme, schedule, and flow to create an engaging evening experience.
Outreach & Promotion: Collaborate on guest outreach, marketing materials, and ticket sales to boost attendance and awareness.
Sponsorship & Donations: Solicit auction items, sponsorships, and donations from local businesses and community partners.
Vendor Coordination: Work with caterers, food trucks, venue staff, and entertainers to ensure smooth logistics and operations.
Volunteer Management: Organize and direct on-site volunteers during setup, registration, and breakdown.
Ideal Committee Members Are:
Team players who are excited about event planning
Creative thinkers with strong attention to detail
Good communicators and networkers
Passionate about conservation and community engagement