David, the idea is for the forage to get several spawns over with before adding predators.
I've used this one before: When a bass can go to sleep with its mouth open and wake up with a full belly, it's time to stock them.
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.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa
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