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CJTU is one of New Jersey's leading advocacy and conservation groups leading the fight to protect coldwater fisheries and their environments.

Our mission is to conserve, protect, and restore New Jersey's coldwater fisheries and their environments.

09/02/2026

Hope everyone had a nice summer !Join us on Tuesday September 8th @ 7:30 pm - American Legion Hall at 137 New Market Road in Dunellen, NJ for a presentation by Bill Longstreet on "FISHING the ISONYCHIA HATCH".
Bill Longstreet will be discussing the Isonychia hatch on the Upper Delaware river. This long lasting hatch gives us the opportunity to throw big flies from June through October and is an important part of the trout’s diet. Knowing the life cycle and behavior of this aquatic insect can better prepare you for a successful day on the water!
With nearly two decades of fly fishing experience, Bill is also an all-around sportsman. He is an Orvis endorsed guide with Cross Current Outfitters on the upper Delaware river and is passionate about teaching others about the lifelong journey that fly fishing gives. Bill has been a resident of northeastern Pennsylvania for his whole life and is a devoted husband and father to his two boys, who he's also busy instilling a lifelong passion for the outdoors.
Bill is well versed in all techniques of fly fishing, and his easygoing personality allows him to easily convey those techniques to others.

06/12/2026

CJTU members and friends enjoyed a beautiful late afternoon picnic/cook out on Tuesday June 9th. See y'all in September ! Tight lines and enjoy your summer !

06/07/2026

Tuesday, June 9, 2026
CJTU Annual Picnic Meeting
5:00 - 8:00 pm
CJTU is having our annual picnic meeting on June 9th at the American Legion (137 New Market Road, Dunellen NJ) in the grove behind the hall. If it rains, it will be held upstairs in our normal meeting location.

This year we are having our classic spread of freshly grilled hamburgers, cheeseburgers and hot dogs. Sides of cole slaw, macaroni and potato salads, chips, water and soda. The cost of the event is $20.00 per person. As always, we would like to know in advance the number of people attending, though we will allow "at the door" folks to attend too.

05/19/2026

Members of CJTU enjoyed a day last Saturday at the annual Califon Trout Fest.

05/05/2026

Join us on Tuesday May 12 @ 7:30 pm - American Legion Hall at 137 New Market Road in Dunellen, NJ for a presentation by
Tanya Sulikowski Director of Education at the New Jersey School of Conservation. She will share an inside look at how the school serves as a hub for environmental education and stewardship in New Jersey. Located in the heart of Stokes State Forest, the New Jersey School of Conservation connects thousands of students, educators, and community members each year to hands-on learning experiences in forests, fields, and streams.
This presentation will highlight the NJSC’s role in advancing environmental literacy through immersive field programs, teacher training, and community partnerships, with a particular focus on freshwater ecosystems and coldwater conservation. Tanya will also discuss innovative initiatives such as MacroBlitz, which engages participants in studying aquatic insects as indicators of stream health, and how these efforts help foster the next generation of conservationists and informed stewards of New Jersey’s natural resources.
As Director of Education at the New Jersey School of Conservation, Tanya leads environmental programming and campus-based habitat restoration projects with a focus on freshwater ecosystems. She works closely with scientists, educators, and conservation partners to advance hands-on learning and stewardship initiatives across the region.
With over 20 years of experience in natural resource management and environmental education, Tanya has built a career centered on protecting and interpreting aquatic systems. Her background includes stream ecology research, macroinvertebrate studies, and fieldwork with the New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife, providing a strong foundation in coldwater conservation.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Wildlife Ecology from Rutgers and a Master’s degree in Ecology and Evolution from Montclair State University. She has dedicated her career to inspiring stewardship of New Jersey’s natural resources through science, education, and hands-on engagement.

04/15/2026

Enjoyed an outdoor special presentation by Ben Yaskulka from MWA last night in Dunellen. Hope to see many of you at Rutgers Day - Saturday April 25th , at our casting booth on the Cook campus !

04/07/2026

Join us on Tuesday, April 14th, 7:30 pm at the American Legion Hall, 137 New Market Road in Dunellen, NJ for a presentation by MWA's Ben Yaskulka - "Virtual Tour of the Musconetcong River", of the premier recreation and fishing sites that define the Musconetcong River watershed. From secluded fishing holes to popular paddling launches, this presentation highlights the diverse ways the public can engage with this historic waterway.

Ben will provide an inside look at how the river’s National Wild and Scenic status acts as a powerful engine for recreational growth. He will discuss how this designation supports vital community initiatives—such as the Musconetcong's Wild and Scenic interpretive events and the Junior Ranger Angler program—which break down barriers to the outdoors and foster a new generation of river stewards. Whether you are a veteran angler or a curious neighbor, come discover how federal protection and local outreach work together to keep the Musconetcong accessible, healthy, and wild.

Ben Yaskulka serves as the Policy and Advocacy Manager for the Musconetcong Watershed Association (MWA), where he ties outdoor recreation to smart environmental policy. As a lifelong angler, Ben’s work is rooted in the belief that protection and participation go hand-in-hand. He has been a key driver in expanding local recreational access, notably through his work organizing Wild and Scenic interpretive events and leading the Musconetcong Junior Ranger Angler program, which introduces the next generation to the stewardship of our waterways.

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137 New Market Road
Dunellen, NJ
08812

Website

http://www.cjtu.org/

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