ok, at this point this thread should probably exist in evaluating existing populations, not corrective stocking, but just as well....

So the 3 options on why there are now pike in the lake, assuming that the most likely (they always were, and are just as stunted as the bass), is the answer still improve cover and remove bass?

or given that the bass looked in better shape now, should it just be let go to see what happens? (aside from making cover)

ok....I think i am going to do the forum managers a favor and just start a new thread over in evaluating and managing existing populations. Thanks to everyone who has been so helpful in the past few days, I really appreciate your time and advice.

Thanks
skinny

Last edited by skinnybass; 02/02/10 10:06 AM.

Trying to help with 7.5 Acres in the Chain of Lakes Illinois
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The fish would stay out of trouble if it could just keep its fool mouth shut.
Turns out there is a lot I should be learning from the fish.