Hey guys my new 5 ac pond just filled up in December. I am located in southern Illinois not far from St. Louis. For the most part it is anywhere from 5 to 12 feet deep. My main goal is to produce some good sized LMB. However, I would also like to try a few WE just for the fun of it. I was also thinking about some HBG. I have no desire to have any CC.
I think the IDNR still has a fish stocking program here but I know its pretty generic and I wonder about the quality of the genetics etc. I had seen a little talk about tiger bass and had wondered about their potential in my area.
My pond is littered with structure such as pvc trees, pine trees, a few pallets, and some dirt mounds etc. I tried to have some method to my structure, although it probably does not appear that way.
So basically I am thinking LMB, WE, HBG, and whatever forage fish are suggested, but I am open to any advice.
I appreciate any advice on stocking rates, dates, or anything else. thanks guys