Hello fellow pondmeisters. I have a shock survey scheduled for this Saturday. I have held off on making any stocking corrections, and just worked on water quality and nutrient reduction and structure so far. I wanted to have a clear (as possible) understanding of what species I have in my pond before attempting to add or subtract anything. So after asking the forum, Herman Brothers were suggested (out of Illinois, and just across the border from me in Iowa). They helped me set up a shock survey with a local/Iowa pond management company they work with. So, my question to you all is: how do I maximize the benefit of this survey? What are questions to be asked? The pond mgmt company has already asked me to think about my goals regarding corrective stocking. I can share those if anyone is interested. But just wondering if anyone has any pearls to share before Saturday. Thanks!
- Luke

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