Pond Boss Forums MANAGING AN EXISTING POND Corrective stocking HSB

Do not verbally bash the state DNR biologists too hastily. Their recommendations are antiquated but relatively sound for the general use pond owner. These suggestions are based on lots of good early fishery research. The stocking combination of BG,LMB, optional CC can provide very good angling experiences for a long time period. Quality of the fishery from all stocking combinations depends highly on management methods which becomes more important as the pond becomes smaller.

Using new species for stocking combinations are still in the testing phases. And remember, correct management including harvest of those fish is key to how well the fishery remains high quality for an extended period of time (20+ years). Education of the pond owner about fish management is usually the weak link the the chain of growing pond fish.