Crew members with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection install hemlock logs at angles to direct the flow of water in the West Branch Susquehanna River in Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Will Parson/Chesapeake Bay Program)
New to the area, I have enjoyed the scenic view along the banks of the Susquehanna, West Branch, for months now. But walking up close and along the bank, I have been sadly disappointed to find no signs of either river creatures, including fish, or wildlife in need of a drink from its waters. And so I try to imagine the time when native Americans prevailed there. And were able to sustain themselves on a rich and abundant supply of food sources once offered by the now lifeless looking waterway.
I enjoyed reading your article as I grew up right next to the West Branch and my family owned the mill that you have mislabled. I hope you don't mind, but I would like to offer two corrections. If you can, it would be good if the article could be updated. BTW I can't believe that woman who talked about playing in the river - that was raw sewage up until th '90s! ICK
Corrections: In the first group of three, the memorial is in Northern Cambria (Spangler), not Patton. The Reily Mine Disaster was in Spangler.
BOTTOM LEFT: A memorial in Patton [sic], Pennsylvania dedicated to those who lost their lives during a 1922 coal mining accident.
Correction: In the second group of four, you have the Mill that was in my family for over 100 years with the wrong name and the Mill is still operational. The name was once the Lantzy Milling Co when it was in my family and is now the Garmantown Mill & Supply.
BOTTOM LEFT: "The Eckenrode [sic] Mills used to rely on a dam for energy for is no longer operational. Today, the building stands and is used by local businesses."
Regards,
Kathleen Lantzy Steigler
The weird you see below the old damn in patton,that was a project spear headed by the patton trout nursery.
With extra effort by Tom Boyle of patton
My 1st visit to the west branch of the mighty Susky. Extremely cold temps slowed the fishing but 9 nice trout in 2 days was great. Several brownies were 16 inchers. 2 twenty inch gorgeous colored up hook jaw beauties were landed. Great job on the restoration and a sincere thank you to all the people who have done so much to save this magnificent river.
Build Solar Powered Fountains to oxygenate the water and biological filters made of hemp to cleanse the waters of pollutants. Only active pollution control will work . Next introduce fresh water mollusks like clams, oysters and mussels to cleanse the water. Certain aquatic plants can do the same and be an excellent source of food for fish.
This is GOOD NEWS. Thank You!
Great story!
Sorry we couldn’t hold those who disrespected the river accountable but knowing the river is cleaner is the best news!
Thank you!
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New to the area, I have enjoyed the scenic view along the banks of the Susquehanna, West Branch, for months now. But walking up close and along the bank, I have been sadly disappointed to find no signs of either river creatures, including fish, or wildlife in need of a drink from its waters. And so I try to imagine the time when native Americans prevailed there. And were able to sustain themselves on a rich and abundant supply of food sources once offered by the now lifeless looking waterway.
I enjoyed reading your article as I grew up right next to the West Branch and my family owned the mill that you have mislabled. I hope you don't mind, but I would like to offer two corrections. If you can, it would be good if the article could be updated. BTW I can't believe that woman who talked about playing in the river - that was raw sewage up until th '90s! ICK
Corrections: In the first group of three, the memorial is in Northern Cambria (Spangler), not Patton. The Reily Mine Disaster was in Spangler.
BOTTOM LEFT: A memorial in Patton [sic], Pennsylvania dedicated to those who lost their lives during a 1922 coal mining accident.
Correction: In the second group of four, you have the Mill that was in my family for over 100 years with the wrong name and the Mill is still operational. The name was once the Lantzy Milling Co when it was in my family and is now the Garmantown Mill & Supply.
BOTTOM LEFT: "The Eckenrode [sic] Mills used to rely on a dam for energy for is no longer operational. Today, the building stands and is used by local businesses."
Regards,
Kathleen Lantzy Steigler
The weird you see below the old damn in patton,that was a project spear headed by the patton trout nursery.
With extra effort by Tom Boyle of patton
My 1st visit to the west branch of the mighty Susky. Extremely cold temps slowed the fishing but 9 nice trout in 2 days was great. Several brownies were 16 inchers. 2 twenty inch gorgeous colored up hook jaw beauties were landed. Great job on the restoration and a sincere thank you to all the people who have done so much to save this magnificent river.
Build Solar Powered Fountains to oxygenate the water and biological filters made of hemp to cleanse the waters of pollutants. Only active pollution control will work . Next introduce fresh water mollusks like clams, oysters and mussels to cleanse the water. Certain aquatic plants can do the same and be an excellent source of food for fish.
This is GOOD NEWS. Thank You!
Great story!
Sorry we couldn’t hold those who disrespected the river accountable but knowing the river is cleaner is the best news!
Thank you!
Your comment has been received. Before it can be published, the comment will be reviewed by our team to ensure it adheres with our rules of engagement.
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