Trout Stream Improvement: CCC's Conservation Efforts

This silent film showcases the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) engaging in environmental stewardship by enhancing trout habitats. The footage captures CCC members at work dredging silt from the beds of trout streams to improve water quality and flow. They construct dams designed to filter out debris, preventing pollution and aiding in the natural filtration process. Additionally, CCC units are shown checking and managing the flow from stagnant ponds and creeks to maintain the health of the streams. The film culminates with scenes of stocking these revitalized streams with young trout sourced from a fish hatchery, demonstrating the CCC's role in both conservation and the promotion of recreational fishing during the Great Depression.