There are some threads that have a wealth of information on choosing the correct kind/strain of panfish. We will try to guide you to some of these.
One really important consideration is that this coming month's issue of Pond Boss will be dealing with raising trophy bluegill. There was also an article that I authored last year on the same subject. So it would be a good idea, and I mean this really sincerely, to subscribe to the magazine.
Maybe before the day is up ewest or I will help to direct you to some threads that deal with this exact question.
Welcome to the forum, Rick. We adore our Texans, and all southerners in general, but it's always nice to get another "northern climate" person.
