Had my BOW mapped today, DO levels to be measured Monday. pH 7.6, which is fine, alkalinity/hardness in mid to upper 30s. I was told this was acceptable level for east Texas, no need to lime this year. Good, because I limed just last fall! Sigh.
Bushy pondweed making a comeback as I have not been able to establish a good bloom despite 90 lb of fertilizer. Weeds cover only ten percent of lake, probably more a plus than minus considering I don't have a lot of natural cover. Despite stocking 100 lb of TP, lots of green (not neon) algae, which is probably fine for YOY fish. I was a bit surprised to discover that my max depths were 25 to 26 feet, not 20.
My new TH feeder came & I'm excited to replace my old stinky one on the dock. Feed has been leaking out internally, not just clumping, so it is time to make a change.
Tidbit: CNBG still taking feed eagerly in 85.5 degree water, but LMB and HSB didn't show. Maybe early morning or late night feeding with lower water temps might help the big guys? I really wish someone would do a scientific study on this strategy.
