VERMONT’S

WILD BROOK TROUTA HIDDEN TREASURE

A Treasure Worth FindingVermont’s streams are rich with a treasure - our native wild brook trout. Let this map be your guide to learning why our brook trout are so valuable and what they need to thrive.

Trees provide shade to keep water cool.

Trees that fall into the stream provide hiding places for fish.

Learn more about Vermont’s Wild Brook Trout by visiting our website: www.vtfishandwildlife.com/brooktrout.cfm

Healthy Habitats - Healthy Brook TroutForested streambanks are essential to healthy wild brook trout habitat.

Wild brook trout provide fun fishing close to home.

Continue Your QuestWild brook trout indicate good water quality and healthy streams.

They reproduce naturally in Vermont’s clear, cold streams and rivers.

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Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department 802-241-3700 www.vtfishandwildlife.com

Vermont ~ respect. protect. enjoy.

Funding provided by Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration

Wild brook trout need clear, cold water.

Streambank vegetation stops pollutants and eroding soils from entering the stream.

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