MtnLobster: I got my smallies from Keystone Aquaculture near Harrisburg, PA.
Call John Sproch at 717-834-6772.
I don't know if they are "genetically superior" but I'm pretty sure he gets them from somewhere in Illinois.
They can be shipped overnight. If you place a big enough order (say $1,000 to $2,000), they may deliver them for a fee.
As far as the crayfish, I frequently catch LMB in my lake that have fat angular guts and are spitting out half digested crayfish when you catch them. That's awesome. Can't wait to get a smallie doing the same thing.
Chances are if you see crayfish in your lake, then you probably have a good population of 'em. Make the rock beds, and they will come.
I haven't found a good source to buy bulk crayfish yet. If anyone knows of a place, please let me know.
There is one type of crayfish to avoid. I believe it's called "rusticus" or something like that.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Sunil
