The CT DEEP is currently scheduling Virtual Public discussions that will lead to an official Wild Trout Management Plan for the state. Connecticut does recognize that wild trout are a vital asset and already takes steps to protect this resource – like this webpage on Classifications of Wild trout habitats within the state. The local Blackberry river is considered a Class III habitat.
To fully develop a plan, based on this draft, the CT DEEP needs angler feedback in addition to the input of staff and other researchers.
As a start, the CT DEEP is asking anglers to complete a Wild Trout Fishing Survey. The survey asked about Class I, II and III areas, so it may be best to review the background link, above.
These meetings require registration so that the virtual link can be provided to those who wish to participate. Registration links are individually available on the CT DEEP website, here.
The schedule for these meetings is:
- Monday, November 29th from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 7th from 7-9 p.m.
- Thursday, December 9th from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 11th from 2-4 p.m.