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Pomeroy McMichaels Creek Nature Preserve

Over the years, we have completed multiple habitat improvement projects in streams throughout the area. Currently we are working to improve the trout habitat within McMichaels Creek near Stroudsburg, PA. Winding through the greater Pocono region, the McMichaels provides anglers of all ages with the opportunities to catch beautiful brown and rainbow trout. In areas with attractive habitat such as streamside brush, downed logs and large boulders, trout thrive. However, a significant stretch is devoid of much-need cover. It is the goal of the Brodhead Chapter to provide this necessary habitat in order to improve the recreational fishery for our community.

The Chapter’s project work area is within the recently opened Pomeroy McMichaels Creek Nature Preserve in Hamilton Township. Managed by the Pocono Heritage Land Trust, the preserve provides homes to a wide variety of wildlife including white-tailed deer, great blue herons, a bald eagle and, of course, trout. But it takes time, energy and funding to purchase the raw materials and install them as deflectors, boulder placements and cross-vanes within the stream. To help fund the construction of these habitat devices, the Chapter is participating in the Trout Unlimited – Orvis Embrace A Stream Challenge from November 8-14. 

Through your support, we will be able to increase the number or areas where trout will shelter, feed and hide. With better habitat comes more fish and a better angling experience for all.

Past Projects:

McMichael Creek Restoration Project – Completed

McMichael Creek

For several years, our Annual Banquets have been raising funds that would eventually permit us to take concrete steps to revitalize the McMichael Creek. Now, in conjuction with the support of a grant from the Brodhead Watershed Association, we’re able to put these accumulated funds to good use. We’re pleased not only to announce, but to show all of you, that the Brodhead TU Chapter’s major stream restoration project on the McMichael Creek has finally reached the operational phase!

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Pocono Creek Restoration Project – Phase 1

The purpose of this project is to improve the habitat of a historically channelized section of the Pocono Creek. This will accomplished through the installation of stone deflectors, stone cross-vanes, and random boulder placement within the stream channel. The placement of these structures will cover approximately 0.03 Acres of the streambed.

In August 2015, volunteers electrofished the creek to assemble baseline data that will be used to assess the success of the project after it is completed.

On-Going

Shale Gas Monitoring

2013 – Riparian Buffer Restoration on Tobyhanna Creek

2012 – Hickory Valley Park McMichael Creek Habitat Improvement

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  • January Virtual Chapter Meeting Features The Lost Town of Warnertown January 3, 2023
  • December 2022 Edition of Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited Newsletter Available December 21, 2022
  • Introduction to Fly-Tying Class Registration Open, Classes Begin January 7, 2023 November 29, 2022
  • Chapter Holiday Party November 29, 2022
  • Chapter Meeting at Pomeroy McMichaels Creek Nature Preserve November 12 November 7, 2022
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Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited
P.O. BOX 661
TANNERSVILLE, PA 18372
brodheadchapter@gmail.com
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Recent Posts

  • January Virtual Chapter Meeting Features The Lost Town of Warnertown
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  • Introduction to Fly-Tying Class Registration Open, Classes Begin January 7, 2023
  • Chapter Holiday Party
  • Chapter Meeting at Pomeroy McMichaels Creek Nature Preserve November 12
  • November 2022 Edition of Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited Newsletter Available
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  • October Brodhead TU Chapter Meeting Features Frank Nale on Spin Fishing for Trout
  • September Chapter Meeting Features Sand Spring Run Streambank Restoration Project
  • Brodhead Trout Unlimited Annual Picnic June 11 in Analomink
  • Brodhead TU Membership Meeting on Brodhead Creek May 11
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