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Yahoo
26-03-2025
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PA's Mentored Youth Trout Day returns, giving young anglers a chance to cast early
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Young anglers across Pennsylvania will have a chance to cast their lines early as the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) hosts Mentored Youth Trout Day on Saturday, March 29. The annual event, running from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., allows anglers 15 and under to fish for trout alongside a licensed adult mentor at designated waters statewide. Created in 2013, Mentored Youth Trout Day gives young fishers a chance to learn key skills before the statewide trout season opener on April 5. Participants must have either a Voluntary Youth Fishing License ($2.97) or a free Mentored Youth Permit. They may keep up to two trout measuring at least seven inches. While adult mentors can assist, they are not permitted to keep trout. 'On this special day, the focus of every adult mentor should be on helping kids to fish, including teaching them how to bait a hook, cast a line, and hopefully, help them to safely reel in a few trout,' Richard Kauffman, PFBC District 8 Commissioner, said. Not all waters will be stocked ahead of the event. Anglers can check the PFBC's 2025 Trout Stocking Schedule on to locate stocked waters. Fishing licenses and permits are available through the HuntFishPA online portal and at nearly 700 in-person license agents. A voluntary youth license purchase helps fund fishing programs, with each sale generating about $5 in federal reimbursement for youth outreach efforts. For those fishing from a boat, Pennsylvania's cold-weather life jacket requirement remains in effect through April 30. Anglers in boats under 16 feet, including kayaks and canoes, must wear life jackets at all times. For more details on Mentored Youth Trout Day and fishing regulations, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
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Pennsylvania waterways being stocked ahead of trout season's opening day
(WHTM) — It is almost time for one of Pennsylvania's most beloved seasons, and officials are prepping waterways to get ready. R.B. Winter State Park in Union County was recently stocked with trout by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and the Pennsylvania and Boat Commission (PFBC) in preparation for trout season's Opening Day in the state. Raystown campgrounds close due to staffing shortages Opening Day of Trout Season will be held Saturday, April 5, and there will be a Mentored Youth Trout Day statewide the Saturday before. About 3.2 million adult trout are being stocked in 691 streams and around 130 lakes open to public angling ahead of trout season. 'Being outdoors is good for your health, and a day spent fishing also creates memories with family and friends. We want those benefits to be available to all,' DCNR Secretary Cindy Dunn said. 'Pennsylvania has endless opportunities to experience the great outdoors and offer a chance to reconnect with nature. That's exactly what this new partnership is about: discovering a new skill, revisiting a childhood hobby and enjoying our beautiful state parks.' Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now In order to fish in Pennsylvania, you need a license. Information on how to get one can be found on the PFBC's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
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Pennsylvania releases 2025 trout stocking schedule: what anglers need to know
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Anglers across Pennsylvania can start planning their spring fishing trips, as the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has released its 2025 adult trout stocking schedule. The schedule, now available online, provides stocking dates, locations, and species details for the 3.2 million trout set to be released into 691 streams and 130 lakes statewide. 'Anticipation is already beginning to build for the many spring fishing opportunities just around the corner here in Pennsylvania, and every angler can benefit from knowing when their favorite stream or lake will be stocked with trout, starting in just a few weeks,' Brian Niewinski, director of the PFBC's Bureau of Hatcheries, said. 'Whether you`re looking to volunteer to help stock trout, or you just want to plan ahead for statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day, Opening Day, or some early trout fishing along a special regulation water, reviewing the stocking schedule in advance will help set you up for a successful trip.' Stocking begins the week of Feb. 17, with Pennsylvania's statewide trout season opening April 5. A single Mentored Youth Trout Day is set for March 29. Anglers should note that fishing is prohibited on designated Stocked Trout Waters between Feb. 17 and April 5, except for locations open to year-round fishing. The PFBC will release approximately 2.4 million rainbow trout, 693,000 brown trout and 125,000 brook trout, with an average size of 11 inches. Additionally, 72,000 trophy-sized brood fish and 14,000 golden rainbow trout will be stocked throughout the season. Several waterways have been added or extended in the 2025 stocking plan, including Caroline Lake in Bucks County, Mosquito Creek in Clearfield County and Harvest Fields Ponds in Centre County. Meanwhile, a lack of access has led to the removal of stocking at locations such as Riggles Gap Run in Blair County and Bald Eagle Creek in York County. The PFBC welcomes volunteers to assist with stocking efforts. Individuals or small groups can participate without registration, but larger groups should coordinate with their regional law enforcement office. Anglers ages 16 and older must have both a fishing license and a trout permit, which can be purchased online or at retailers statewide. For the full stocking schedule, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
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Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission announces adult trout stocking schedule
(WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has released the 2025 adult trout stocking schedule. 'Anticipation is already beginning to build for the many spring fishing opportunities just around the corner here in Pennsylvania, and every angler can benefit from knowing when their favorite stream or lake will be stocked with trout, starting in just a few weeks,' said Brian Niewinski, Director of the PFBC's Bureau of Hatcheries. Preliminary 2025-26 hunting seasons approved; final approval expected in April The schedule is searchable by county and lists waterways in alphabetical order. If you're looking to volunteer to help stock trout, meeting locations are listed as well. Statewide opening day for trout season is Saturday, April 5. A single statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day is Saturday, March 29. Stocking operations begin the week of Feb. 17. Anglers are reminded that in stocked trout waters, fishing is not permitted from Feb. 17 at 8 a.m. until opening day of trout season, unless they're included in the Year-Round Fishing program. The Fish and Boat Commission plans to stop 3.2 Million adult trout in 691 streams and 130 lakes statewide. The vast majority are Rainbow Trout, with 693,000 Brown Trout and 125,000 Brook Trout. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
