Here is the part I like most about your proposal, Frank. You feel like taking on the project. That's great to hear.
You've got my support but I just want it to be good for you. I agree with Al in that it seems to be very expensive project. I would bet that it could be managed population wise and eventually produce 5 to 10 lb LMB in a few years time. I wonder if that would be an acceptable option where your are like the biologist/warden/fishing guide. Say where there is a dock that any fish from staying at the airbnb. As the owner, I really wouldn't want them fishing from the bank. Rules like keep LMB less than 15" and BG >8" if wanted at possibly some limit per stay day. If wanting to fish from boat, they hire the guide where the landowner collects the fee (you keep the tips). Cull it back to its former glory. Put the guide fees into a slush account to improve the water, stock forage, herbicide, etc. That way your expertise and time pay for your share, it doesn't cost the landowner, and most of time you invest is spent fishing LOL. Just a thought. Anyways, hope you come to an amenable agreement.
