Barry Randall (Walkerton), Bruce Davidson (Walkerton), and Jack MacLeod (Hanover) holding Fish Line Receptacles. (photo submitted)Barry Randall (Walkerton), Bruce Davidson (Walkerton), and Jack MacLeod (Hanover) holding Fish Line Receptacles. (photo submitted)
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New Fish Line Receptacles Along Saugeen River In Brockton

The Brockton Fisheries Task Force is installing Fish Line Receptacles along major access points on the Saugeen River in the Municipality of Brockton.

The first one will be located along the Saugeen River behind Tim Horton’s in Walkerton. A second one will be installed at Lobies Park. The remaining Fish Line Receptacles will be installed next spring.

The committee is working with the Municipality and local groups to ensure the receptacles are maintained and emptied on a regular basis. Bruce Power provided the financial support for this project.

"It’s extremely important that we implement good stewardship activities along the river if we are to ensure its sustainability,” stated Ken Chandler, chair of the BFTF. "Hundreds of individuals now fish along the Saugeen River, rated as one of the best fishing locations in Southern Ontario. The receptacles provide a proper outlet for used fishing line, keeping it out of our river systems and away from sensitive aquatic life."

The Brockton Fisheries Task Force was initiated three years ago, to provide awareness of the Saugeen River and its resources, while encouraging conservation practices.

Its aim is to "continue with ongoing conservation of the river ecosystem and its tributaries and strive to improve and promote the river for the benefit of all users."

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