Garden State Trout

Got out today and found streams in perfect shape. Wild browns aplenty and water temps actually not that bad. Nothing big but solid numbers of 8-11" fish.

Some pics from today...

https://photos.app.goo.gl/KTtTq34YSSL2AXyv8

The Paulina Dam just above Blairstown is also set to be removed. The only remaining dam will be Paulinskill Lake Dam. That's not going anywhere - too many private residences. There are numerous smaller dams on tribs but I'm not counting those including one on Pond Brook in Middleville which creates ...

That erosion due to the hemlocks coming down does look a bit worrisome though. Who would be responsible for any projects to stabilize those banks? Are there any disease resistant hemlocks or other native species that could be planted? Not sure what can be done. The sunlight gaps are already filling...

Hi all. I haven't posted in I don't know how long. As many of you will find out as you get older and some of you older members already know, life can be good but suddenly turn on you. It did for me late last year. I will spare you the sad details but will tell you this: any chance you get, tell your...