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#536152 06/06/2021 7:40 PM
by GAPRanch
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My little 1/2 surface acre pond finally is full again after spending the better part of 8 months bone dry. The last time it went dry was the 2011 drought so chances are it'll be okay for several years.

I'm not looking to become a pond expert. I really only want visiting kids to have a chance to fish for fun not food or trophy's.

Would it be worth stocking or should I just let nature take it's course?

A little bit about the pond:
It's located south of Abilene and east of San Angelo, TX.
Other than grass along the edge when it's full it doesn't ever seem to grow vegetation.
Muddy / silty bottom and murky water
I have a windmill aerator available (needs a new diaphragm installed)
I can set up a pellet feeder if needed but I'd rather not.

Thanks, Art
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#536165 Jun 6th a 10:59 PM
by esshup
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I'd say go with Hybrid Bluegills and the Channel Cats. BUT, if you want the fish to grow larger, I'd feed 'em.
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