Have a small 1-1.5 acres pond 50 miles south of Kansas City, Kansas. Built last fall, it is close to reaching the spillway. The pond is only 7.5' deep at its deepest point.

My pond will be used for family fishing enjoyment. Want to stock Bluegill, LMB, and Channel Cat.

Question is, what should I do to prepare the pond for fish?
pH...lime?? Stuctures...etc. Would you suggest I stock bluegill and fathead minnow this spring and add Channel Cat and LMB next year?

Any suggested stocking rates and good fisheries in my area would be most helpful.

Thank you all in advance for your assistance.