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Where can I get quality BG close to my area? Minnows other than FHM would be a great bonus.
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My pond is close to Abilene and I got mine from Bob at Texoma Hatchery. Give them a call and depending on how many you need, they mnight meet you halfway, they did for me. It's not too bad of a drive. You might also try Overtons. There was a place down close to Dublin but I don't know anything about them. I think the name is Adam's Hatchery.
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We may be able to help you. Walt runs back and forth from our farm up to Montague county and services the general area. He might be able to meet you in route also.
It's ALL about the fish!
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I made the drive down to Overton Fisheries today and it was worth the 2 hour drive. I bought 8 lbs of FHM and will return in the Spring for more fish.
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Anyone ever heard of Luster's fish and wildlife? They are IN weatherford so that would be great.
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I've talked to him and he appears knowledgeable. I don't think he has a hatchery though. I could be wrong.
It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.
Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.
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Just case you are still looking there is one near Dublin. www.armsfishfarm.com
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Thank you Fanman for your reply but I decided to go with Luster's Fish & Wildlife. What a coincidience that i was one the same time you replied. Is 12.50 a lb. for GSF or BG a good price? FHM are also 12.50 a lb. while 3-4 in. BG and GSF are 1 dollar apeice.
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That price seems a bit high, but more importantly, if he is a reseller, do you know the genetics of the fish he sells? Does he? Does he care? You will sooner or later.
I recommend one of the hatcheries that has been vetted here on pondboss. To go elsewhere is less smart.
Don't be less smart.
Brian
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A dry fly catches no fish
Try not to be THAT 10%
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I would DEFINETLY not choose this as my first choice but it is very close and the 2nd nearest one is 3-4 hours away. I will be sure and ask him those questions momentarily. Thank you highflyer
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Connor, you NEED TO KNOW your supplier - heed highflyer's advise - profit by mistakes some of us have made...
Good Luck!
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Connor, you are getting some very good advice here. Read between the lines, several people have mentioned sources that have proven themselves very reliable time and time again. I hope you make the right choice.
"I love living. I have some problems with my life, but living is the best thing they've come up with so far." � Neil Simon,
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Connor...if you'll call me, there's some good news for you. You have the number.
Teach a man to grow fish...
He can teach to catch fish...
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Thank you all for the information! i'll do my best to heed your advice everyone.
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Connor, smart people call Bob.
BE SMART!!
Brian
The one thing is the one thing
A dry fly catches no fish
Try not to be THAT 10%
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