Rick Jacobson has been chosen as the next Bureau Chief for Natural Resources at DEEP. Rick takes over for Bill Hyatt, who retired in October.
Rick brings 37 years of natural resources management experience to the role of Bureau Chief. His entire professional career has been in public service and conservation. As the Director of Wildlife, and former Assistant Director of Inland Fisheries at DEEP, he has experience in the application of management principles in inland and marine fisheries, forestry, and wildlife conservation. Rick has a strong foundation in strategic planning, and leading scientific and professional staff.
He has a long track record of collaborating successfully with partners locally, regionally and nationally on complex natural resource conservation challenges. For example, he has played a key role in implementing the NE Cottontail initiative with five of the six New England states and New York, working closely with the federal government conservation agencies, academics, and DEEP staff to create explicit measurable objectives for the restoration of NE Cottontail.
He will officially assume this new role beginning January 4, 2019. The DEEP plans to post the Director of Wildlife position as soon as necessary approvals are obtained.
Nutmeg TU members may join members of the Mianus and Candlewood Valley chapters on the annual Ugly Sweater fishing outing Saturday, Dec. 15.
A new report by the Westport-based Harbor Watch found water from 20 rivers exceeded acceptable levels of bacteria 77 percent of the time, according to a story in the Connecticut Post.
That’s the same criteria the state uses to close beaches.
Click here to read the Connecticut Post story.
Click here to read the Harbor Watch report.
Rods, reels, trips and experiences can be yours at bargain prices during the Nutmeg TU Holiday Party Tuesday, Dec. 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Port 5, 69 Brewster St., in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport.
A growing list of silent auction items include a fishing outing on the Long Island Sound, having the trip of your choice photographed or recorded on video, a 9 foot Winston 5 weight valued at $475, a fly vest and more. Watch for updates on this list
The party will again by a potluck dinner: Members with last names starting with A-K should prepare dinner, K-R dessert and S-Z an appetizer.
There will also be fly tying demos and discussions of favorite flies for use in local waters.
There is no charge for admission. But if you plan to attend, rsvp with what you will be taking to the dinner to admin@nutmegtrout.org.
As of Wednesday, Dec. 5, the Naugatuck River TMA (Litchfield/Campville/
The daily creel limit is one (1) salmon per day. Salmon will be stocked into the lower Naugatuck River and Shetucket River as flows come down — stay tuned for updates from the DEEP.
Please note this area has specific regulations for this fishery. Most notably, fishing is limited to the use of a single fly or artificial lure with a single free swinging hook (no treble hooks). Details on page 28 of the 2018 Angler’s Guide. Also, a Trout and Salmon Stamp is required to Fish in this area.
Finally, please report any illegal fishing activity to our law enforcement immediately at 860-424-3333.
The Farmington fishing trip scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 9, has been CANCELED.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Alaska fishing guide and Nutmeg TU John Jinishian expressed concerns about the threats posed by Bristol Bay amid images of big fish and beautiful scenery when he visited the general meeting of Nutmeg TU Tuesday, Nov. 20.
Jinishian is general manager of Alaska’s Wild River Guides, a small, float-based fly fishing company. He talked of the adventures on the Kanektok, or Togiak or Goodnews rivers. The company operates seasonally in the Bristol Bay region of Alaska, specifically on the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge. More information can be found at wildriverfish.com.
Information on efforts by TU to protect Bristol Bay can be found at savebristolbay.org.
Nutmeg TU will hold its annual Holiday Party on Tuesday, Dec. 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Port 5, 69 Brewster St., in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport.
A silent auction will feature such items as fishing trips guided by Nutmeg TU members and a chance to have the trip of your choice photographed and filmed.
The party will again by a potluck dinner: Members with last names starting with A-K should prepare dinner, K-R dessert and S-Z an appetizer.
There is no charge for admission.
More details will be posted in the coming weeks.
UPDATE: The event scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 2, has been postponed to Sunday, Dec. 9.
UPDATED STORY: Join Nutmeg TU for a morning of exciting fishing on one of the best rivers in Connecticut, the Farmington River, on Sunday, Dec 9, starting at 10 a.m. If we are going to get heavy rain trip will be cancelled. Water levels are high to begin with. Keep an eye on the website and your email for updates.
We will be meeting up in New Hartford at Ovation Pool parking lot (37 Greenwoods Rd, New Hartford). Look for the Nutmeg TU banner and a silver Subaru Forester.
Open to everyone, beginners and experienced anglers alike, this trip is a great way to learn the river. Spinning or fly fishing, all are welcome. You will need:
Following fishing, everyone is welcome to join us at the Parrott Delaney Tavern located right at Ovation Pool, Please RSVP to David Edgeworth so we know who to expect. Text 203-627-5817 or email Eggsofan@hotmail.com.