Join us good food, good fun and good news at our chapter meeting on December 10

James Brodzeller, in charge of Dane County’s trout program, will share some good news about Black Earth Creek (BEC) at our Tuesday, December 10th meeting.

He’ll describe and illustrate the massive Dane County restoration of a large section of BEC in Mazomanie and the County’s Walking Iron Park. You’ll be pleasantly amazed at the scope and detail of this project, which the County completed this fall.

Then to perhaps even better news. Recently, the County purchased 14 acres of land and BEC downstream of S. Valley Rd., immediately south of the junction of Hwy 14 and Schultz Rd. This purchase means that BEC now has permanent, public access between S. Valley and the Village of Black Earth.

The stream isn’t in the best of shape. James and Dane County are developing a comprehensive restoration and seeking funding (SWTU is helping). Hear about the property and plans. James will also report on other Dane County trout activities

James has been a great partner with SWTU on several projects and we’re eager to continue working with him and Dane County.

Before joining the County, James worked for the DNR as a Water Management Specialist in the Dodgeville office. He enjoys fly fishing, biking, gardening and DIY homesteading projects (currently working on a sand battery greenhouse).

As usual, Schwoegler’s on Grand Canyon Drive will host the meeting. Join us for dinner and drinks from 5:30 p.m. with a brief business meeting and James’ presentation starting at 7.

Schwoegler’s Lanes, 444 Grand Canyon Dr., Madison, WI 53719