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Wilderness Trout Streams
2022
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Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
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https://mapservices.pasda.psu.edu/server/rest/services/pasda/PAFishBoat/MapServer
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https://mapservices.pasda.psu.edu/server/services/pasda/PAFishBoat/MapServer/WMSServer?request=GetCapabilities&service=WMS
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Web Application:
https://www.fishandboat.com/Fish/PennsylvaniaFishes/Trout/Pages/TroutWaterClassifications.aspx
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ABSTRACT
This layer contains flowing waters from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Fisheries Resource Database that are under the Wilderness Trout Designation. Wilderness trout stream management is based upon the provision of a wild trout fishing experience in a remote, natural and unspoiled environment where man's disruptive activities are minimized. Established in 1969, this option was designed to protect and promote native (brook trout) fisheries, the ecological requirements necessary for natural reproduction of trout and wilderness aesthetics. The superior quality of these watersheds is considered an important part of the overall angling experience on wilderness trout streams. Therefore, all stream sections included in this program qualify for the Exceptional Value (EV) special protected water use classification, which represents the highest protection status provided by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).