The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) recently approved the acquisition of an easement on 1,600 linear feet along Conneaut Creek as it flows across property owned by the Borough of Conneautville, Crawford County.
The easement will be for public fishing, boating and riparian and fishery management. The PFBC will also acquire easements for parking and a footpath to provide access to the creek.
The easement area is located north of Route 198. Conneaut Creek provides significant steelhead fishing opportunities in the area.
source: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
Monday, October 19, 2015
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Maryland Golden Age Pass Ramp Fees Abolished
Golden Age Passes entitle Maryland adults, ages 62 and older, to a lifetime of free day-use entry into all state parks, as well as half price camping Sunday through Thursday.
The change in policy is part of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s agenda to eliminate or reduce $51 million in state-issued fees.
Public access is one of limitations that seniors face when kayaking in Maryland and other Mid Atlantic states.
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Kayaks vs. Canoes at North Bend State Park WV
At North Bend State Park in West Virginia, beginning paddlers can choose a kayak, canoe, or both as part of the Quest program.
The Park's Quest program will continue offering kayak or canoe adventures on North Bend Lake into September.
“The Quest program caught the attention of many people this summer,” said North Bend State Park Supt. Steve Jones. “By far, the most requested activity was learning how to use a kayak or a canoe.”
Quest rates have been reduced to encourage mid-week fall bookings. Two people can stay overnight at North Bend Lodge Sunday through Thursday and have use of a kayak or canoe with instruction.
The 305-acre North Bend Lake is quiet and a perfect setting to enjoy a September getaway, according to Park officials.
The park also features an October mid-week reduced lodge rate for travelers “leaf peeping” in the Ritchie county area.
To learn more about North Bend State Park and its Quest program, visit www.northbendsp.com or call 304-643-2931.
source: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (www.wvdnr.gov)
The Park's Quest program will continue offering kayak or canoe adventures on North Bend Lake into September.
“The Quest program caught the attention of many people this summer,” said North Bend State Park Supt. Steve Jones. “By far, the most requested activity was learning how to use a kayak or a canoe.”
Quest rates have been reduced to encourage mid-week fall bookings. Two people can stay overnight at North Bend Lodge Sunday through Thursday and have use of a kayak or canoe with instruction.
The 305-acre North Bend Lake is quiet and a perfect setting to enjoy a September getaway, according to Park officials.
The park also features an October mid-week reduced lodge rate for travelers “leaf peeping” in the Ritchie county area.
To learn more about North Bend State Park and its Quest program, visit www.northbendsp.com or call 304-643-2931.
source: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (www.wvdnr.gov)
Thursday, July 16, 2015
PFBC Kayak Fishing Programs
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has scheduled two programs to provide an opportunity for anglers or kayak enthusiasts to learn about the basics of in kayak fishing.
PFBC Kayak Fishing Programs will be held at these locations:
July 18, Bald Eagle State Park – Hunter Run East launch, Centre County, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (For more information or to register)
August 1, Moraine State Park – Bear Run launch, Butler County, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (For more information or to register)
“During each program, participants will learn about basic kayak skills and safety, how to rig or outfit a kayak for fishing, and learn about black bass and panfish fishing techniques,” said Carl Richardson, PFBC Education Section Manager. “Commission staff and local kayak fishing experts will lead the instruction. Participants will then have an opportunity to make use of what they learned during an open fishing session.”
Jeff Woleslagle will be the guest instructor at the July 18 program. He is a freelance writer for the Pennsylvania Angler and Boater magazine with an expertise in kayak fishing.
Noah Heck will be the guest instructor at the August 1 program. He is an avid kayak angler who is the co-founder of the Kayak Anglers of Western PA tournament series.
Participants must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid Pennsylvania fishing license. This program is limited to 40 participants and pre-registration is required. There will be no registrations accepted the day of the event.
source: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
PFBC Kayak Fishing Programs will be held at these locations:
July 18, Bald Eagle State Park – Hunter Run East launch, Centre County, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (For more information or to register)
August 1, Moraine State Park – Bear Run launch, Butler County, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (For more information or to register)
“During each program, participants will learn about basic kayak skills and safety, how to rig or outfit a kayak for fishing, and learn about black bass and panfish fishing techniques,” said Carl Richardson, PFBC Education Section Manager. “Commission staff and local kayak fishing experts will lead the instruction. Participants will then have an opportunity to make use of what they learned during an open fishing session.”
Jeff Woleslagle will be the guest instructor at the July 18 program. He is a freelance writer for the Pennsylvania Angler and Boater magazine with an expertise in kayak fishing.
Noah Heck will be the guest instructor at the August 1 program. He is an avid kayak angler who is the co-founder of the Kayak Anglers of Western PA tournament series.
Participants must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid Pennsylvania fishing license. This program is limited to 40 participants and pre-registration is required. There will be no registrations accepted the day of the event.
source: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
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