Ironically, the worst thing that has happened to the Susky in the last few years is the return of good (great?) smallmouth fishing.
Many have or will forget there is a huge problem unsolved, with next to nothing done to mitigate the issues. The cycle is likely to repeat itself until the issues are tackled.
The only positive step has been the ED of the PFBC calling for the DEP to classify the River as impaired. The DEP hasn't even gotten out of the starting block on this. From there they must more precisely identify the problem, develop a plan of attack, and start a process of mitigation.
We are now into a second decade without action. It will take years to fix even if we started the process today, and that doesn't appear to be happening at all. All Mr. Arway's words have fallen on deaf ears.
We hear you Mr. Arway, and appreciate you walking through a field of political landmines at your own peril for the good fishing, and most important, for the health and well being of all citizens that use the river for recreation, and those that actually
drink the water from the Susquehanna River.
How can we help?
Post script: The Chesapeake Bay Foundation should be supported in their efforts, which relate directly to the Susquehanna River. Below is a link to the actions they are taking to clean up the River/Bay. Check out the list of opponents to the litigation.
Save the Bay
