I don't think you can eliminate them, Augie, but in 1/3 of an acre angling, trapping, and possibly seining (with sorting desirable species back into the pond) should keep BG/BGxRES numbers low enough for you to enjoy your "YP, RES, SMB, HSB" fishery.


"Live like you'll die tomorrow, but manage your grass like you'll live forever."
-S. M. Stirling
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