Jim, I�m going to jump in on this thread, knowing that ML will have more to say, since we are essentially pursuing the same plan for a diverse and productive fishery.
My answer to your question is to stock Hybrid Striped Bass.
Since you have adult Florida LMB, 8-10 inch stockers will be required to avoid LMB predation. Check with Todd Overton of Overton Fisheries for more information if you are interested.
http://www.overtonfisheries.com/DesktopDefault.aspx HSB are fun, easy to catch and manage, as well as excellent table fare.
A three pounder on a 5wt flyrod is a blast.
There have been many HSB posts on the PB forum that are available to review.
A good one to start with:
http://www.pondboss.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=5;t=000199 Hope this helps,
George Glazener
N.E. Texas � acre and 2acre ponds
