[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 49 (Friday, April 12, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E449]
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  CONGRATULATING THE MERSHON CHAPTER OF TROUT UNLIMITED ON THEIR 50TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. DANIEL T. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 12, 2013

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Mershon 
Chapter of Trout Unlimited on the 50th anniversary of their founding. 
The chapter, located in my district in Saginaw, has played a key role 
in the birth and growth of Trout Unlimited nationally. This great 
achievement is a testament to their dedication and passion to fight for 
clean water, healthy trout and the continued enjoyment of trout 
fishing. Their contributions to our community and the Great Lakes 
region over the past 50 years are achievements to be celebrated and 
commended.
  The chapter has worked hard over the years to improve trout habitat 
and maintain Michigan's waterways, and I thank them for their efforts 
in community education and stream restoration projects. As a leader in 
environmental conservation, the Mershon Chapter has made great 
advancements in the scientific understanding and responsible treatment 
of trout. I commend the chapter's tireless work to restore the Au Sable 
River and Rifle River banks by dredging loose sediment, planting cedar 
trees, and moving rocks to combat run-off. Their work shoring 
riverbanks, by cabling structures that support the banks, has ensured 
that the rivers can continue to be used each spring for the 
transportation of timber to ports and mills. This work significantly 
benefits our economy, our environment and our community.
  Along with the entire Trout Unlimited organization, the chapter has 
dedicated thousands of hours to provide happiness and to improve the 
well-being of the people of Michigan, and the contributions the chapter 
has kindly donated to environmental restoration efforts has helped to 
ensure that future generations will continue to enjoy and benefit from 
Michigan's freshwater ecosystems. Furthermore, the waterways that they 
help protect assist in the state's commerce and provide fresh drinking 
water to millions of people who live in the Great Lakes area, which is 
essential to all residents in our state.
  Their leadership and influence will serve as an example to others in 
our area and has earned them the highest respect and honor. I want to 
thank the Mershon Chapter of Trout Unlimited, and congratulate them on 
their 50 years of service. I wish them another 50 years of success in 
the future.

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