Welcome P7, what size is the pond?
A couple of steps to consider prior to stocking involve water quality. Without the grass, a good rain could bring in a lot of mud effecting fertility. I wouldn't stock fish until the environment is right for them. Not just regarding suspended clay/sand but until your planktonic base is right. When your pond visibility is about 18 to 24 inches, not considering debris of any kind, it is safe to stock. You still have time so keep asking questions.
In Ohio, your pond may be frozen over or not. If it is, and the ice is safe, you can pretty well lay the structure where you want it and wait for it to sink.
Last edited by Dave Davidson1; 01/29/10 10:02 AM.
