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W NIA AT FISHING THE CONODOGUINET STEWARDSHIP OF THE CONODOGUINET VA E L R Regulations and fishing Interested in becoming more involved in environmen- Y T S Each year the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission pub- tal issues that confront the Conodoguinet Creek water- R N lishes the Summary of Fishing Regulations and Laws. Before shed? The Conodoguinet Creek Watershed Association A

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I planning a fishing outing, refer to this guide. The summary L E is available online at www.fish.state.pa.us or at local li- group created to take appropriate action on matters that P Conodoguinet Creek cense-issuing agents. affect the creek watershed. The CCWA wishes to protect the historical significance and natural character of its 90-mile

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L (144 km) length at this time of a changing environment and O or angle for any fish species and to take fishbait, baitfish, I of development pressures. The association realizes that N A frogs and turtles from Commonwealth waters. Casting and/ O R Water Trail or retrieving, whether by rod, reel and line, or by handline, what happens on the 540-square-mile watershed of the creek D T for oneself or another person, requires a current license un- affects the creek itself. O R less specifically exempted by law. While fishing, the license CCWA works with and supports federal, state and local au- G E thorities in developing programs for the protection and en- U T must be clearly displayed to allow waterways conservation I A Map & Guide hancement of the watershed. The CCWA is concerned with the NE W officers to verify quickly and easily that anglers are legally T CREEK licensed. Anglers are also required to carry another means of well-being of the land and the people living on it, as well as positive identification, such as a valid driver’s license, to es- the flora and fauna that depend on the Conodoguinet Creek. tablish their identity if requested by a waterways conserva- To learn more about CCWA, visit the association online at: tion officer. www.conocreek.org. Water trails are recreational waterways on a lake, river, or ocean between specific Fishing the Conodoguinet Creek between Carlisle and Har- risburg offers a wide variety of op- Emergency Information points, containing access points and day-use and/or camping sites for the boating portunities. Smallmouth Fire, Police & Medical Assistance bass, rock bass and sunfish public. Water trails emphasize low-impact use and promote stewardship of the Emergency 911 Non-Emergency Calls resources. Explore this unique Pennsylvania water trail. are the most common Carlisle Area (717) 243-4121 gamefish found in the creek. Smallmouth Bass West Shore Area (717) 238-9676 For your safety and enjoyment: Avoid the stream’s shallow, flat sections with little overhead cover. These areas will offer Carlisle Regional Seidle Hospital Holy Sprit Hospital • Always wear a life jacket. few legal-sized fish. Deeper pools and glides are more con- Medical Center 120 S. Filbert St. 503 N. 21st St. • Obtain proper instruction in boating skills. ducive to larger fish, and smallmouth bass of 16 or 18 inches 45 Sprint Drive Mechanicsburg, PA Camp Hill, PA may occasionally be found in these types of areas. The more Carlisle, PA (717) 782-3131 (717) 763-2100 • Know fishing and boating regulations. debris and structure you find in the creek, the better your (717) 249-1212 • Be prepared for river hazards. odds are for good fishing. The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission also stocks tiger muskellunge fingerlings in the • Carry proper equipment. creek. Muskellunge, known as the “fish of a thousand casts,” Tourism Information may not be plentiful, but anglers targeting cold tributary mouths during the summer may hook a big one if they are lucky. During cold periods, anglers who drift large minnows

printed by PA Fish & Boat Commission-rev.3/06 below a bobber in deep pools have better odds Online: www.visitcumberlandvalley.com of hooking a musky Phone: 1-888-513-5130 PENNSYLVANIA WATER TRAIL PROGRAM CONODOGUINET CREEK WATER TRAIL than do those casting artificial lures. Tiger Muskellunge Visitors Center: 18 North Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA Long before airports, highways or even trains, Pennsylvania’s The Conodoguinet Creek originates in Horse Valley, Franklin “LEAVE NO TRACES” PRINCIPLES streams, rivers and lakes provided a means of transportation County, next to Kittatinny Mountain at an elevation of 1,680 for native inhabitants. As European explorers ventured into feet. From there, the Conodoguinet flows through the fer- Pennsylvania water trails embrace the “Leave No Trace” “Penn’s Woods,” these waters became important trading routes. tile Cumberland Valley and joins the Susquehanna River near code of outdoor ethics that promotes the responsible use and Later, as demand for logs, coal and other goods soared, the Harrisburg. enjoyment of the outdoors. Commonwealth’s waterways became commercial highways. The Conodoguinet Creek is approximately 90 miles long Plan and prepare Today, you can travel these same routes, enjoying the state’s and drains 540 square miles of diverse lands. Forested areas ● Know the regulations and special concerns for the area. natural resources while getting glimpses of rich history and cover the upland basin, giving way to intense agriculture ● Prepare for extreme weather, hazards and emergencies. A W tradition on an official Pennsylvania wa- throughout the valley. Much of the Conodoguinet Creek wa- NI AT ● Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use. VA E L R ter trail. tershed still has a strong agricultural flavor, including numer- Y ● T S Use a map and compass to eliminate the use of marking R In 2004, the Pennsylvania Fish & ous cozy villages and small towns. While farming remains a N A paint or flagging. N

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THE HERITAGE OF THE CONODOGUINET PENNSYLVANIA BOATING REGULATIONS Leave what you find Be sure to check stream conditions just before embarking ● Preserve the past: Examine, but do not touch, cultural or on a float trip. Water levels change frequently, sometimes Early pioneers envi- ● One wearable, Coast Guard-approved personal historic structures and artifacts. drastically! The U.S. Geological Survey monitors current wa- sioned the waters of the flotation device (PFD or life jacket) in ser- ● Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find ter conditions from selected surface water sites and publishes Conodoguinet as an av- viceable condition and of the appropriate size them. the data for the public. enue of commerce link- is required for each person in your boat. If ● Avoid introducing or transporting non-native species. To check water levels on the Conodoguinet Creek, visit the ing the Susquehanna your boat is 16 feet or longer, one throwable ● Do not build structures or furniture, and do not dig trenches. U.S. Geological Survey online for real-time data at http:// and Potomac rivers. device (seat cushion or ring buoy) is required. Respect wildlife waterdata.usgs.gov/pa/nwis/uv?01570000. You can also Plans for a canal join- Canoes and kayaks, regardless of length, are contact the Central PA Forecast Office in State College at (814) ● Observe wildlife from a distance. Do not follow or ap- ing the headwaters of not required to carry a throwable device. 234-3861 for stream conditions. Refer to station #01570000, proach wildlife. the Conodoguinet with ● Life jackets must be worn by all children 12 years old and Hogestown. ● Never feed animals. Feeding wildlife damages their health, the headwaters of the younger on all boats 20 feet or less in length while under The U.S. Geological Survey gage height near Hogestown alters natural behaviors and exposes them to predators Conococheague Creek way, and on all canoes and kayaks. Others are strongly should read over 1.7 feet to navigate the stream successfully. and other dangers. never materialized. encouraged to wear a PFD at all times on the The best stream flow conditions generally occur between No- ● Control pets at all times, or leave them at home. However, the Cono- water. vember and April. The Conodoguinet Creek is usually canoeable ● Avoid wildlife during sensitive times: When they are mat- doguinet was far from ● All boats must display an anchor light (a throughout March and April and into mid-May. In a wet year, ing, nesting or raising young, or during winter. abandoned. white light visible 360 degrees) when at an- stream conditions may remain favorable through July. Flood The Conodoguinet chor between sunset and sunrise. Boats can Be considerate of other visitors stage on the Conodoguinet Creek is 8 feet. use a lantern or clip-on battery-powered unit Creek powered many West Fairview Park ● Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their ex- mills. The mills of to meet this requirement. perience. Acknowledgements ● Cumberland County were the small industrial centers of their All powered boats must show running lights ● Be courteous. Yield to other users on the trail. This guide was prepared by the Cumberland County Plan- time. Besides grain, cider, nails and wood, these mills refined between sunset and sunrise. Between sunset ● Let nature’s sounds prevail. Avoid loud voices and music. ning Commission on behalf of the Cumberland County Board diverse products such as sumac leaves, which were made into and sunrise, unpowered boats must carry a of Commissioners: tanning and dyeing materials. Distilleries were also located at a white light (visible 360 degrees), installed or portable, ready For more information about the Leave No Trace principles, number of these sites. In 1840, the Conodoguinet Creek pro- to be displayed in time to avoid a collision. visit www.LNT.org or call 1-800-332-4100. The Leave No Trace Bruce Barclay, Chairman vided the power for more than 140 mills throughout the county. ● All motorboats are required to carry a sound-producing me- Center for Outdoor Ethics is a national non-profit organiza- Gary Eichelberger, Vice-Chairman But by 1909, only 13 mills remained, and today the industry is chanical device audible for a half-mile. Athletic whistles tion dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible out- Rick Rovegno, Secretary door recreation through education, research and partnerships. largely forgotten. meet this requirement. Great effort was expended collecting and verifying the in- ● Today, the Conodoguinet Creek is most valued for its water All motorboats must be registered, regardless of where they formation in this publication. However, we realize that con- resources and recreational opportunities. Communities in the launch. HAZARDS ON THE WATER ditions change on our waterways, and that some of the infor- ● eastern part of the Cumberland Valley pump millions of gallons Unpowered boats (canoes, kayaks, rowboats, rafts) using mation may not be accurate. Users noting errors or omissions Dams: Water going over a dam creates a back current, or per day from the creek to meet residential, commercial and Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission access areas must on this map are urged to report them. Questions, comments undertow, that can pull a boat into the turbulence and cap- industrial water demand. Much of the water returns to the either be registered OR display a valid launch permit. Launch or errors regarding the trail guide should be directed to: stream, but not before passing through one of several treat- permits can be purchased on the web at size it. This hydraulic can often trap and hold a person or a ment plants in the basin. www.fish.state.pa.us. Click the “Outdoor Shop” icon. boat. Hazards include the areas above and below the dam. Cumberland County Planning Commission On a typical summer day, one can also find avid canoeists ● Operating watercraft, including canoes, kayaks, and rafts, Paddlers can spot dams by looking downriver for a horizontal 18 North Hanover Street, Suite 102 and anglers enjoying the creek’s ribbon of greenery, alive with under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. The law is line across the water. Carlisle, PA 17013 herons, kingfishers and other streamside creatures. Osprey and strongly enforced for user safety. For further information on Strainers: Trees are typical strainers that can trap and flood www.ccpa.net eagles may also be seen over the stream. In winter, after boating regulations, contact the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat boats. Water flows through these obstructions, but solid ob- [email protected] prolonged periods of cold, the creek’s waters freeze and give Commission at www.fish.state.pa.us. jects do not. Strainers can pin victims underwater. the Conodoguinet an idyllic Currier-and-Ives picture-postcard Current: Never underestimate the power of moving water. Cumberland County wishes to thank and beauty. Boaters who are not sure that their boat or their ability is up recognize the many partners who provided as- to the prevailing conditions should stay off the water. sistance and/or funding for this project: Cold water: Sudden immersion in cold water can lead to PADDLING SAFETY TIPS cardiac arrest or can cause a person to inhale water. If you ● Wear your life jacket. Some 80 per- ● Wear wading shoes or tennis shoes with wool, polypropy- fall into cold water, immediately cover your mouth and nose cent of all recreational boating fatali- lene, pile or neoprene socks. with your hands. Dress properly for the cold by wearing a ties happen to people who are not ● Never take your boat over a low-head dam. hat, several layers of clothing and warm boots. Wool, pile Pennsylvania Department of wearing a life jacket. ● Portage (carry) your boat around any section of water about and polypropylene provide warmth even when wet. Avoid Conservation & Natural Resources ● Expect to get wet. Even the best pad- which you feel uncertain. cotton fabrics. dlers sometimes capsize or swamp their boats. Bring ex- ● Never boat alone. Boating safety increases with numbers. Hypothermia: Hypothermia is the lowering of the body’s Pennsylvania Cumberland County Open Space tra clothing in a waterproof bag. ● Keep painter lines (ropes tied to the bow) and any other core temperature. It begins with shivering. Judgment then Fish & Boat Preservation Steering Committee becomes clouded and unconsciousness sets in. Death can ● Be prepared to swim. If the water looks too hazardous ropes coiled and secured. Commission Conodoguinet Creek ● occur if hypothermia is not treated. Remove a hypothermic to swim in, don’t go paddling. Never tie a rope to yourself or to another paddler, espe- Watershed Association ● If you capsize, hold on to your boat, unless it presents a cially a child. person from the water and replace wet clothes with warm, Camp Hill Borough life-threatening situation. If floating in current, position ● Kneel to increase your stability before entering rougher dry clothing and/or a blanket. Do not massage the extremi- East Pennsboro Township yourself on the upstream side of the capsized boat. water, like a rapid. ties or give the victim alcohol or caffeine. Carlisle Borough North Middleton Township ● Heat exhaustion/sunburn: When it is hot, wear sun- ● Scout ahead whenever possible. Know the river. Avoid If you collide with an obstruction, lean toward it. This Hampden Township Silver Spring Township surprises. will usually prevent your capsizing or flooding the boat. glasses, a hat, and lightweight, light-colored clothing. Ap- Middlesex Township ● Be prepared for the weather. Get a forecast before you ● File a float plan with a reliable person, indicating where ply sunblock with a high SPF rating and drink lots of fluids. Wormleysburg Borough go. Sudden winds and rain are common and can turn a you are going and when you will return. Remember to con- Other boaters: Be aware of other boaters. 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Route Route Mary Douglas Drive and off Township Middleton North Lane. This 10-acre park offers walk-in creek access, fish- access, walk-in creek park offers This 10-acre Lane. ing, a multipurpose field, playground equipment and a and equipment playground field, a multipurpose ing, picnic pavilion. No off-street parking is available. For is available. parking off-street No pavilion. picnic more information, contact North Middleton Township at Township Middleton North contact information, more (717) 243-8550, or visit th www and is currently undeveloped. is currently and of improvements Future the site may include parking and creek front access for front creek and parking include site may the fishing and boating. and fishing contact information, For more Middlesex Township at (717) 249-4409 or visit th Township Middlesex ship online at ship online

Appalachian National Scenic Trail. This site is located Trail. Scenic National Appalachian along Bernheisel Bridge Road and owned by the National by the owned Road and Bridge Bernheisel along Park Service. Creek access is permitted on th Creek Service. Park of the bridge. bridge. the of is limited; users m Parking Appalachian Trail Conservancy to determine parking avail- parking to determine Conservancy Trail Appalachian ability. strictly are grass on the parking and Driving prohibited. There are no sanitary facilities and users must and sanitary facilities no are There prohibited. pack out all trash. the contact information, For more Appalachian Trail Conservancy at (717) 258-5771, 9 a.m. Conservancy Trail Appalachian to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. through to 5 p.m. Monday by Silver Spring Township. The park is located on Wil- The Township. by Silver Spring low Mill Park Road, off PA Route 114. The park offers Route 114. The PA off Road, low Mill Park convenient canoe access to the creek, hiking, fishing, hiking, creek, access to the canoe convenient picnic pavilions and ample parking. Portable toilets are Portable ample parking. and pavilions picnic also available.

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route, labeled A-B, west of the Carlisle Dam, and a Carlisle Dam, and the west of labeled A-B, route, second extended route, labeled 1-17, east o route, extended second Carlisle Dam. There is no portage at the Carlisle at the portage is no Carlisle Dam. There Dam. by North Middleton Township. The park provides The Township. Middleton by North opportunities for boating, fishing and picnicking, and fishing boating, for opportunities as well as baseball, bask playground and pavilion are also available. Ample also available. are pavilion and playground parking and a paved launch ramp (unpowered boats (unpowered ramp a paved launch and parking only) allow for easy access to th only) allow for is located off PA Route 74 (1700 W PA is located off Road), approximately 3 miles north of Carlisle. For Carlisle. of 3 miles north Road), approximately more information, contact North Middleton Town- Middleton North contact information, more ship at (717) 243-8550, or visit th at Carlisle Borough. The park is located on Cave Hill The Carlisle Borough. Drive, off K Street. It offers walk-in creek access, walk-in creek offers It K Street. off Drive, hiking, fishing and an unpaved parkin and fishing hiking, boaters must take out at this site take boaters must put-in point because it is just upstr put-in point Carlisle Raw Water Intake Dam. Do not attempt to Dam. Do not Intake Carlisle Raw Water navigate over the dam! For more information, con- information, For more dam! over the navigate tact Carlisle Borough at (717) 249-4422, or visit tact Carlisle Borough the borough online at online borough the