Alright:
So I will have to cut down on the expected consumption of fish for the family. And if I decide to take your recommendation and dedicate one pond to Largemouth Black Bass & Bluegill Sunfish, would the following stocking plan be appropriate?
Spring 2010:Bluegill Sunfish2-4" (150)
4-6" (100)
6-8" (50)
Redear Sunfish2-4" (25)
4-6" (25)
Fall 2010:Largemouth Black Bass3-4" (40)
5-7" (35)
8-10" (25)
Would this Largemouth Black Bass & Bluegill Sunfish pond conform to my goals?
Could I start fishing in the summer of 2011 or would I have to wait till 2012?
My goal with these ponds is the following:
Swimming for the kids
Providing dinner for the family
Making a dent in the mosquito population
I am not interested in:
Hands-on pond management
Trophy fish
Catch & release
Please advise.
Thanks & regards,
FRIZ