Spring Creek Watershed Association On the Horizon
Over the months, I have reported on the efforts to explore restoration in the Spring Creek Watershed in the Hershey area. After nearly a year and many meetings — both…
Large woody debris is seen here helping to stabilize a streambank. Photo: Danielle Rhea
Benefits of Large Woody Debris in Streams
by: Danielle Rhea, Water Resources Educator, Penn State Extension Large wood provides multiple benefits in stream systems such as stabilized streambanks, improved floodplain connectivity, and more diverse aquatic habitat. Large…
DFTU Testifies on the Waters of Pennsylvania
On October 21st, I had the honor of representing both the Pennsylvania Council of Trout Unlimited and Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited as part of two panels testifying before the…
A section of the recently-completed restoration project on lower Snitz Creek.
Lower Snitz Creek Project Complete
After many delays due to weather conditions during 2018, construction work on the 1,200 linear foot restoration project on lower Snitz Creek, just above its confluence with Quittapahilla Creek in…
Upper Hammer Creek Restoration Plans Moving Forward
Hammer Creek, which originates in eastern Lebanon County and flows 19.2 miles through Lancaster County where it joins Cocalico Creek, is a stocked trout stream below Speedwell Forge Dam, but…