The brook trout is New York’s state fish and an iconic symbol of the Adirondacks. Brook trout generally live in small- to moderate-sized streams, lakes, and ponds, wherever cold water is available; brook trout are emblematic of good water quality and highly valued by anglers.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is holding a virtual public information session on Thursday, March 28, to discuss the draft Adirondack Brook Trout Pond Management Plan currently under development.
The plan, once adopted following public review and input, will guide the State’s actions for managing pond-dwelling Adirondack brook trout for the next 15 years.
Earlier this month, DEC held two in-person public information sessions in Old Forge and Warrensburg. Based on the high attendance at these meetings and interest from other parts of the state, DEC added the virtual meeting on March 28 from 6:30 to 9 pm.
Those interested in participating in the virtual session can register to attend here. Attendees will receive an invitation to join the webinar once registration is approved.
During the meeting, fisheries managers are planning to explain the proposed approach, answer questions, and solicit feedback to inform completion of the draft plan under development.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, provide comments, and engage DEC fisheries managers and biologists in discussion.
The draft Adirondack Brook Trout Pond Management Plan is expected to be released this year for formal public comment.
Photo of book trout provided by DEC.
