The pond is 25 years old, still in good shape for its age and sediment, and hasn't been stocked in years except for some perch, bass, grass carp and golden shiners I put in it last year. I just got this old girl last year and have been trying to rehab her ever since. I know some day it will have to be dredged, but the recent purchase has limited the funds for that deal for now.
Through site fishing it, I saw where it already has a noticeable bass and gill population and there are a handful of bigger fish (bass) to be sure. I did introduce about 20 "new" bass to the water to help with the inbreeding issue. But, I know I got to take some fish out when summer rolls around again.
My goal is for a pond with a few, but large bass, a good perch population for the frying pan, and some gill for forage and the kids. I also want to establish a golden shiner population for even more natural chow.
I have been researching PondBoss, various publications, and the university research circuit on-line for information on the approach. But, I would like to hear some advice from the good folks who particpate in this forum. They are from the school of experience! So, any advice for a northern pond is much appreciated.
