Kep welcome to the PB forum.

You said " I really want to include black crappie in my stocking."

What is the rest of the plan and your goals for the pond including what part of the country (that often makes a difference)?

Here is a list of several outstanding discussions on Crappie ponds. You will then understand the problem and be better able to manage whatever you decide to do.


http://www.pondboss.com/cgi-bin/ubbcgi/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=5;t=000461