Proud Old Lodge

The Main lodge at Connetquot State Park dates to the late 1800's when the entire park was the "Southside Sportsmen's Club". Sadly, the lake, river and the hatchery are devoid of trout as "experts" (?) are attempting to eliminate a virus that appeared to be spreading among the fish. In past years the hatchery would produce over 800,000 trout a year. The loss of this world class fishery is a monumental example of bureaucratic mismanagement. Currently there is discussion to close the entire park as a cost saving measure, so much for the stewardship of our elected officials in Albany!