Thanks, Bill... I did have a concern that the fish would have to "re-train" themselves to pellet feed this spring. Also, I can see where fish, in a new pond (like mine), would not have as much natural forage to winterover on than if the pond was more developed. Another concern was if the food pellets (that I already have) would go stale, dry out, or would go bad (spoil or mildew) in sealed 5 gal buckets. This is my first winter in my first year pond. With all that said, I believe I will continue to feed. I see no value in having to put weight back on the fish this spring when I can just maintain, if not increase their weight this. Winter.
Charlie
