Hi Tyler0421, good luck on the great lake. Since you have been working your lake for some time you probably have a idea on stocking,but I have been reading on PB for several months and one thing that popped into my mind when esshup stated the creek issue(s)is maybe you could have a pre pond/brood pond that the creek would run into first, with a filtering net/screen/pit trap or something to stop or limit the influx of possible unwanted fish into your main lake. As well you could seine the brood pond with some ease and raise FH/CNBG and Shiners etc. IMHO

I have noticed several of the Pond bossers have a pond/lakes main bodies and brood pond(s), I wish I had.

One thing for sure, esshup will not steer you wrong.I agree with small pond too. I am still trying to play catch up because I wanted everything "Right Now".

If you have time, please keep us up to date on your plan(s).


Life is more fun with a pole in your hand.