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.

Join Us for the SCCTU Holiday Dinner on Dec. 7th

The Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited is hosting a holiday dinner and get-together at the American Legion on Saturday, December 7th at 5:30pm. Dinner will include Turkey and Beef Tenderloin entrees, with potato, veggies, appetizers, and dessert. Tickets are $45 per person and include the cost of dinner, door prizes, and one complimentary drink at the bar. There will also be a special raffle item. Remember to bring cash for any additional drinks as the Legion does not accept credit cards. Please register by Wednesday, November 27 so we can give the Legion a count of attendees.

Holiday attire is encouraged! Prior holiday events have been a great time to celebrate the year, talk about plans for the next year, and socialize with other members. We hope to see you there!

Thanks to the 2024 Redd Count Volunteers

Thank you to the 40+ volunteers, the @pafishandboat, and @usfws for taking part in our annual Redd Count! It was a chilly day, but you showed up and helped us count:

  • 44 sections on Spring Creek

  • 8 sections on Slab Cabin Run

We are tallying up the numbers and will post the results of this year's count soon, but things are looking good 📈 We really couldn't have done this without our volunteers. Check out our Citizen Science page for more details on the redd counts.

Save the Date: The SCCTU 2025 Annual Fundraiser & Banquet will be held on March 22nd

Mark March 22nd, 2025 on your calendar to participate in our our biggest fundraising event of the year! Our Fundraiser & Banquet will take place at @mtviewcountryclub.

📣We are looking for donations for our live and silent auctions! If you would like to donate an item, please contact Ford at FordStryker@gmail.com

Friendly Competition at the CHOPPED Fly Tying Contest at the Happy Valley Brewing Company

Thanks for participating in our friendly CHOPPED Fly Tying Competition on October 10th at the Happy Valley Brewing Company. 10 contestants competed in this 2nd CHOPPED installment and everyone was hooked on winning! Contestants were challenged to tie a nymph, dry fly, and streamer using only the materials given to them in a mystery bag. In each category, winners were chosen for "most likely to catch a fish" and "most creative use of materials" by our celebrity judges. Thanks to all the participants and everyone who came to show their support and joined us for dinner and drinks!

SCCTU Celebrates a Triple Triumph with 3 Prestigious PATU Awards!

Ken Sink Award for Outstanding Service to PATUs Conservation Mission:

This esteemed award honors an individual who has made significant contributions to PATU’s mission. It recognizes someone with a long-standing commitment to coldwater conservation, protection, and restoration, as well as exemplary volunteerism and leadership.

Recipient: Bob Vierck

Diversity Award:

This prestigious award honors a chapter that exemplifies diversity among its members. It is vital for chapters to actively engage youth, women, and men, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive environment. Such diversity not only strengthens the chapter’s sustainability but also allows seasoned members to share their knowledge with newcomers.

Recipient: Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited

Outstanding Coldwater Conservationist - Professional:

This esteemed award recognizes an individual from a governmental agency, private enterprise, or non-profit organization who has made exceptional contributions to advancing TU's mission of conserving, protecting, restoring, and sustaining Pennsylvania’s coldwater fisheries and watersheds.

Recipient: Adam Smith

Slab Cabin Run at Millbrook Marsh Habitat Improvement and Streambank Stabilization Project

Work continues at our stream and habitat restoration project on Slab Cabin Run at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Project benefits include improved fish habitat, pollution reduction, stream access synergies for a future boardwalk replacement project, and improved Wildlife and FEN protection. The project has been progressing nicely, and we'll share more updates in the coming weeks.

The team has installed a toe wood-sod mat, sometimes called a brush mattress, to repair and protect part of the stream bank from erosion. The toe wood-sod mat is designed to look natural and is comprised of logs, branches, and other woody local vegetation. It also provides in stream cover for fish. Over time, the wood will deteriorate leaving a vegetated, stabilized bank.

Construction started on 07-26-2024. Initial construction was the access road and temporary bridge crossing starting at College Township and extending down to the confluence of Slab Cabin and Thompson Run.