I stock so tipalia early spring ( water temp above 60 degrees. They have been the food supply for my bass all summer giving my stock of blue gill to grow and span. But thats down here in Texas I did stock some extra blue gills in the spring 6" long for 45 Cents each.
Might see if there someone on the site can get you a better price on the bluegill. Good luck and keep that pole in that boys hands