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CURRENTS
Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp
The Cumberland Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited
is holding the 26th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly
Fishing Youth Camp on June 21 through June 26, 2020, at
Messiah College, Grantham.
Admission is limited to 32 selected qualified students,
ages 14 to 17. The applicants must have been born
between June 26, 2002 and June 21, 2006. The 32 students
will be selected through an application process where they
must state why they want to attend camp.
New for 2020-Early Acceptance. The deadline for
early acceptance is December 31, 2019. Students selected
for the early acceptance will be notified in early January
2020. Applicants who apply during the regular application
period of January 1, 2020 through February 29, 2020 will
be notified in early March 2020. Applying through the
camp website is preferred.
The camp tuition is $550 per student. There is no
cost to apply, and no money is required until a student

is accepted. Financial aid may be available to qualified
students. All meals and accommodations are included for
the residence camp.
The structured curriculum is based on college level
classes. Students are instructed in ecology, aquatic
biology, geology, hydrogeology, erosion and sediment
control, ichthyology, riparian corridor protection,
watershed management, entomology, and more. Students
participate in a hands-on stream habitat improvement
project. There are 10 fishing sessions, casting and fishing
instruction and fly-tying classes. Over 25 instructors
teach the various classes.
A student does not have to be an accomplished fly
angler or a budding aquatic biologist to attend. The
student needs to be highly motivated and willing to learn.
For more information, a camp brochure or to apply,
visit www.riverscamp.com. Questions may be submitted
through the website or by e-mail to riverscamp@gmail.com.

photo-Captain Raymond A. Bednarchik

Lititz Sportsman's Association Dedication Ceremony

The Lititz Sportsman's Association held a dedication
ceremony on September 16, 2019, for a new pavilion

and handicapped accessible fishing dock at the
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission's Speedwell
Forge Lake, Lancaster County. The pavilion and fishing
dock were built through the generous efforts of many
local businesses and community groups, all of which
was coordinated by Lititz Sportsman's Association.
Many people were involved in making this project
a success. Ken Hess, a longtime member of Lititz
Sportsman's Association, was indispensable. Hess's work
included soliciting donations, coordinating with various
agencies to obtain permits and approvals, and helping
with construction work. The project was dedicated in
Hess's honor.

photos-Andrew Desko

Days of Summer Kayak Winners

Marissa Watson, Spring City, won a Bonafide SS127
sit-on-top kayak and accessory package courtesy of FishUSA
as part of Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission's (PFBC's)
2019 "Days of Summer I" giveaway.
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Brian J. Downey, Coatesville, won an Ascend 10T sit-on-top
kayak, Ascend tournament kayak paddle and Ascend life
jacket courtesy of Bass Pro Shops as part of PFBC's 2019
"Days of Summer II" giveaway.
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