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.
New T-Shirt Fundraiser Featuring Penn State Football Player Blaise Sokach-Minnick!
The Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited is proud to say that we are partnering with Penn State Football player Blaise Sokach-Minnick for a t-shirt fundraiser to raise money towards ongoing conservation initiatives and steam restoration projects.
Blaise (@blaisesm15) had the following to say:
Growing up in Pennsylvania, our streams and rivers have always been special to me. That’s why I’m teaming up with the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited (@springcreektroutunlimited) to give back to the waters that mean so much to our community.
We’ve created some custom merchandise, and a portion of every sale goes directly to their conservation efforts—protecting and restoring the trout streams we all love.
Whether you’re a fisherman, love the outdoors, or just want to support a great cause, grab some merchandise from the link below and help make a difference!
Get yours at this link now!
Thanks for Celebrating With Us at our Holiday Party Potluck
🎄 Thanks to those who joined the celebration at our annual Holiday Party on December 5th. It was a festive evening of good food, fun, and fellowship! The potluck and BYOB format was a big hit, as were the door prizes. Thanks to all who donated to offset the cost of this free event - much appreciated!
Thanks for Volunteering at our 2025 Redd Count!
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the 38 volunteers who joined us for this year’s Spring Creek Annual Redd Count. Your time, energy, and dedication made a tremendous impact. By surveying and mapping trout redds, you’ve helped us gather essential data that will be used to assess the overall health of our stream sections and guide future restoration work.
This boots‑on‑the‑ground effort is a cornerstone of our conservation mission, and your participation ensures that Spring Creek remains a thriving habitat for trout and a treasured resource for our community. Once we’ve compiled the final sections, we will share the full results of the count so everyone can see the story your work helped tell.
Thank you for being part of this important effort and we couldn’t do it without you!
Another thank you to the Spring Creek Watershed Commission’s Conservation and Stewardship Committee for hosting a watershed clean‑up event in tandem with the redd count. Together, over 40 volunteers removed 420 pounds of trash across 4 sites, making a visible and lasting difference for the health of our waterways. Your collaboration and shared commitment to conservation amplify the impact of our work. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and look forward to continuing this momentum in the spring during ClearWater Conservancy’s Annual Watershed Clean‑Up Day.
Women Angler Monica Himes Featured on WPSU Keystone Stories
Monica Himes was featured on a recent WPSU Keystone Stories video where she talked about the Women Anglers history and even caught a fish on camera! Skip ahead to 4:38 in the video to hear from Monica.
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!
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.
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