I agree with targeting the crappie as a first priority. It's not easy but the Fyke net might help. Seining should give you an idea of what you are dealing with concerning GSF and crappie. Bass do a good job of avoiding seines.

I wouldn't worry about the GSF unless they are really a problem. A disclaimer is that I like GSF.

I would expand the bass journal to include other fish. How long have you been keeping the journal? Have you thought of using a journal based on date?

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