ewest, I agree.
I'm pretty sure now, I've pampered these fish to death. Current plan is to fish/cull the lake hard for the next few months, then:
1) Fertilize next Spring.
2) Establish my Bream pond for feeder fish. The dam backs up to my big lake, so I can pipe the fish directly into the lake.
3) Stock my Tilapia, and add Threadfin Shad if the water is right.
I spent to much time manicuring the lake, and not enough time fishing it. The guys at the fire station should love me soon. We'll be eating fish every week.
Again guys, thanks so much.
