All very good information. I was aware of the benefits of salt as I have assisted in the stocking of our local conservation pond in the past. Thank you for reminding me.

Johne said that the trout are all in the 1 pound range so while maybe a little close to the line I should be ok.

With our horses I have become a regular purchaser of the poly stock tanks I have seen used on here for transport and we have one that was never used just kept as a spare so that is what I am going with. It's listed a 110 gallon tank. An older post showed wood lid and the addition of foam pipe insulation aroudn the rim to prevent water loss. I should have all the pieces parts now its just a matter of finding the time this weekend. I told John I would let him know by Weds. or so for a Saturday or Sunday pick-up.