Makes sense - thanks. At least now when I talk to him again, I'll be able to ask the right questions!! We had hoped the pond would have filled a little more by now, but rain has been spotty here in Illinois. I've been reading all the posts for about 6 months (and subscribed to the magazine), and everyday I tell my husband something new that I've learned. We stocked the pond through the DNR last year and just a couple of weeks ago we put in the Bass, but the lack of rain has us worried.

I've been reading and enjoying the photos that Brettski posts and would be curious as to what part of Illinois he's in. He's got a beautiful place in the works!! Thanks for responding and I'll keep reading and learning.