Thought I'd give you guys an update if anyone is interested. The spotted bass did spawn. eating like crazy. There is some that are a good 6 inches. And when I tell you there are hundreds I do not exagerate. I had a friend who let us net about 60 really nice cnbg between 6" to 8" and seem to really be doing good. The pond is down a good 36". Weve had about 4" of rain in the last 14 weeks. I've noticed beds around the bank and looks like my bg are bedding. Do you guys think these spotted bass minnows will gobble up all my baby bg? I sure hope not. there is lots of cover for them if they can get to it. Anyways been checking the forum out every day sure enjoy reading all of your thoughts and ideas its just a great site. And if yall could "hit a knee" we'd sure appreciate it we desperately need rain.