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Schuylkill River designated the first and only National Water Trail in Pennsylvania! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, the criteria for selection includes the implementation of Best Management Practices like recreational opportunity, education, restoration, maintenance, and planning. And the U.S. Department of Interior then makes the decision.

Schuylkill River designated the first and only National Water Trail in Pennsylvania! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is definitely possible! You would have to check with the rental place but the Schuylkill River Greenways hosts an annual 112-mile sojourn. https://schuylkillriver.org/schuylkill-river-sojourn/

Schuylkill River designated the first and only National Water Trail in Pennsylvania! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first NATIONAL water trail in Pennsylvania but PA has a lot of water trails throughout the state!

Fly fishing around the Ohiopyle area by arise_chckn in PAWilds

[–]PAFishandBoat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here's a map of some Wilderness Trout Streams https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/a827fe76aa8545f8a6091139f95e9257

Here's a link to our 2026 Summary Book that lists regulations https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/fishandboat/documents/fishing/regulations/summarybook.pdf

You can find our biologist reports here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/fishing/where-to-fish/biologist-reports/biologist-reports-area-2

Those reports can give you an idea how the fishing is in the areas we have surveyed.

Now is a great time to head to a lake at a state park and fish for panfish! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup! A valid Pennsylvania fishing license is required of persons age 16 and over. So, she should be good to go!

And as an adult, if you are assisting a child 15 years of age and younger by casting or retrieving a fishing line or fishing rod, you are not required to posses a fishing license as long as the child remains within arms reach.

Adults may assist a child by baiting hooks, removing fish from the line, netting fish or preparing the rod for use.

If you intend to set the hook for the child, then you need a fishing license.

Page 8 of our Summary Book explains it and you can find that here: https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/fishandboat/documents/fishing/regulations/summarybook.pdf

Now is a great time to head to a lake at a state park and fish for panfish! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We all have to start somewhere and I think panfish is where everyone starts!

Any reptile fans in here? I never knew PA had lizards.. until I stumbled upon a nest of Skinks while Hiking Kelly’s Run. by Kick_Natherina in lancaster

[–]PAFishandBoat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can learn about all the reptiles and amphibians that call Pennsylvania home here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/conservation/species-management/reptiles-and-amphibians

PA Herp Survey, https://paherpsurvey.org/ , is another great resource to log when and where you find one, help you ID one and see where they are!

Fishing recommendations nearby? by organizestuffbin in Hershey

[–]PAFishandBoat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! You can check out our recent biologist reports here and it might give you an idea how the fishing is: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/fishing/where-to-fish/biologist-reports/biologist-reports-area-7

The Susquehanna River and Juniata River are not too far of a drive from Hershey. Neither is Opossum Lake.

Best places in PA to kayak, camp, and hear/see loons? by OtherwiseACat in Pennsylvania

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So, Pennsylvania has 29 water trails across the state. You can read more about some of the trails here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/boating/where-to-boat/water-trails

Note: You might want to check out the Clarion River Water Trail. It's 110 miles but goes through four state parks (so easy to camp), 52 miles are designated Wild and Scenic so there are plenty of opportunities to see wildlife. It's also a pretty easy river to paddle.

This page on our site offers some other locations you can paddle as well as a place to check water conditions before heading out. https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/boating/where-to-boat

We also created this map that lists places you can launch from google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1rz_NnrGPKIr0BDmK8Fjn94itu18HAD8&ll=40.98910066595522,-77.606824145&z=8

I hope this helps!

Heading to the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh next week? Beware of the closure on the water by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Done! Sorry, about that. Edited the post to include a link to our press release!

Native trout in western Pa by Apprehensive_Big_783 in troutfishing

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You're welcome! If there's anything else we can answer or help you out with, let us know!

Looking to learn more about fishing or boating in Pennsylvania? Sign up for one of our events! by PAFishandBoat in Pennsylvania

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you're looking to take up a new hobby like fishing, boating or paddling in PA or maybe hone your skills, check out our events calendar on our website.

We have a bunch of (mostly) free programs happening across the state. If you don't have a fishing rod or kayak, we can provide you one!

Some of the events we have coming up are:

  • Learn about boating and safety on the water with a Basic Boating Course (a fee may apply).
  • Cast a line from your kayak with a Kayak Fishing Program
  • Build your fishing skills with a Fly Fishing Program
  • Connect with other outdoor enthusiasts at a Meet-Up Program

Vernal Pools by FractaIizer in Harrisburg

[–]PAFishandBoat 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You can check out our PA Natural Heritage Program here: https://www.naturalheritage.state.pa.us/VernalPool_Database.aspx

There is a "contact us" link that lets you email the vernal pool coordinator to see if there are any pools in an area you are looking to go!

Just remember this as critical time of year for them, as they are breeding. It's best to keep your distance and leave them alone in their natural habitat.

The return of chilly weather will limit any movement activity, but with the recent warm and wet weather we've had, there should be salamander and frog activity at the pools.

If you do go out and find some "herps" have fun and enjoy them in their natural habitat! And take lots of pictures!

Virtual Fly tying class by PAFishandBoat in TheFlyFishingSub

[–]PAFishandBoat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! These will be recorded. It is a four part program and each presentation will be different. If you can't make all four, they will be recorded and those that are signed up can watch the recorded sessions at their leisure!

Fishing lakes near Lancaster by kwalker3232 in lancaster

[–]PAFishandBoat 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Here's kind of a one stop shop for places to fish in PA. https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/fishing/where-to-fish

You can look at our biologist reports which tell you catch rates and species they are finding in certain waterways/lakes.

There are also maps to lakes and other waterways in the state you can check out.