Thanks Theo!

I have experienced BG nipping at times, and do have some concern that the wife and kids will get spooked once it happens to them. Are there any good alternatives that make for good fishing and food for bass but are less nippy? I understand that RES don't nip, but are also hard to catch.

When you mention a remote aeration pump, are you suggesting the pump could be near our house, and I'd just have extra tubing to reach the pond? I hadn't considered that. Would the pump be able to run efficiently if it has to push air 2-300 ft? I know there are also solar-powered aerators, but my understanding is they aren't as effective and only run when the sun is out.