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The Grove Trout Rearing Station near Royal in Antelope County will close to visitors June 20-21 for maintenance and inspection of the diversion pond. "While the maintenance takes place, staff will be using heavy equipment, and public safety is taken into consideration for this closure," fish production manager Joe Cassidy said. "Recreationists and anglers may experience cloudy water uncharacteristic of East Verdigre Creek below the facility during this procedure. "While this is a necessary part...
New visitation rules will be in place this spring at Grove Trout Rearing Station, near Royal, for the safety of the trout being raised there. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is balancing its obligation to raise quality, healthy trout with its commitment to education and visitation at the popular facility. Although most visitors have followed the facility’s rules, some have not, causing stress to fish that compromises their health and increases mortality. Treating the trout has led to an increased cost of production. Repairs also had t...
The Grove Trout Rearing Station near Royal, will be closed to visitors until further notice due to upcoming expected high air temperatures in the area. Warm water stresses trout, which have experienced health issues as the water to the facility has warmed. Warm water holds less oxygen, which is crucial to trout production. Additional stressors could further compromise fish health, prompting the decision to close visitation to this popular Antelope County destination. “Game and Parks and the staff at the facility would like to thank the p...
The Grove Trout Rearing Station, near Royal, will be closed to visitors until further notice due to upcoming expected high air temperatures in the area. Trout have been experiencing some health issues as the water to the facility has been warming. Warm water holds less oxygen, which is crucial to trout production. Additional stressors could further compromise fish health, prompting the decision to close visitation to this popular Antelope County destination. “Game and Parks and the staff at the facility would like to thank the public for its c...
