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Thanks for the response Bill. 1.5 acres currently still pretty close to full pool. We stocked 50LMB May 31 2024 at 2-3”. 7 LMB culled last year and so far 3 this year. Leaving a maximum of 40 if there was not other mortality via nature, crane, or cormorant. The RWs are looking good so I’m feeling blessed there. The absence of YoY LMB is puzzling to me.

There were or are also some YP 100 that went in as well but I’ve never seen a ribbon in the water. I did catch 2 of them in 2025. Other than those two I have seen them since stocking.

I guess it’s possible the LMB are keying in on the shape of Shiner, YP, Trout, and now YOY LMB. No doubt they would be easier to swallow than a frisbee.

We were out at the property this evening trying to get caught up on mowing. Took a little time before dark to dip a line.

16” @ 2lb 12oz
15.5” @ 2lb 9oz




17” @ 3 1/2 lbs is still the current pond record.