It could take a year before it's totally done, but I hope to have fish in it within three weeks.

Things to do yet.

Build waterfall in.

Build waterfall out.

Backfill entire periphery.

Plant edges with something. Not sure what. (Any recommendations?)

Put in underwater light.

Deploy floating islands.

Install heron control.

Build patio nearby so we can eat steaks and drink beer.

Stock with yellow perch and bluegill, although next year I might try my hand at smallmouth reproduction. Not sure how to do that either. Maybe a kiddie swimming pool full of gravel?


Holding a redear sunfish is like running with scissors.