My place burnt off about 20 years ago. It was in the winter with some 60 mph winds. It looked terrible but when Spring arrived 99% of the trees rebounded and everything greened up beautifully. The under brush and junk on the ground were gone.

OTOH, we had some huge fires last year in my area and mature oaks and mesquite were just about 100% lost. Those areas won't come back for decades.

I think the difference may be whether the sap is up or down.

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