Bill,

The cement pond would work great! I could sit here at my PC and key in observations first hand. Not sure how they would fare when I crank up the hot tub!

All,

I appreciate your input and suggestions. I would like to ensure that whatever approach I (we) decide on is agreed to by Deb. The spirit of the test was to "try out GGs". If we take away from that, then we take away from the potential for success based on their recommendations. That being said – If Deb agrees to accept some “PB” suggestions, then I am fine with that too. AKA, pond dye.

I think we are still working through the aeration recommendation.

On the issue of LMB – I feel Bill has many valid points for Deb to consider here.

Keep in mind that my goal is GG, predator fish are secondarily important to me. If HSB get the job done and changing to LMB invalidate the test (from Debs perspective) then I go with HSB. If this is the case, then perhaps we need to do another test with LMB…I have another small pond, but don’t think I can spring for two tests at one time.

At the end of the day – I want large pan fish…GIANT pan fish in my pan!

Gator


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