I love to bass fish. In the past 50 years, I have used live bait maybe five times to fish for bass, always in FL for giants. I know live bait is a killer however I prefer artificial most of which I make. The only reason I am considering growing bg is just to make sure that I can fill the gaps with what the pond will have naturally.
I also “plan” to scuba with these fish, if the pond stays clear enough. I find it fascinating and informative watching fish go about their business. This pond is a new build that has been put on hold until a favorable forecast is predicted next year. The builder and I have been in regular communication in regards as to what I am wanting and how to keep it clear. But that’s off topic.
As for the aquarium people, great idea! I would never have thought of that. I will certainly look into that.
when it comes to moon phases, I know it plays a big role in bass for sure but it seems like the bg are more controlled by temperature. I have never seen Fall spawners but I have seen very tiny bg in the early Spring that had to be product of a late summer early Fall bedding activity. That and the things I have read here in regards to multiple spawns in TX, has led me down this path.
I will do some more research and probably start next spring. As I mentioned before, there are other ponds on the farm that could benefit from my attempts, if they were to be successful.
I will keep the forum updated on my successes and failures.
If there is any more thoughts or ideas, I would love to hear them.
Thanks
