New to this forum...We have a 3/4 ac brook trout pond. The brookies are between 16-21". We don't know how many we have. Very few or no little fish - the brookies have eaten them all. Did have tiger salamanders, but the brooks probably ate them, also. We do not what to put any chemicals or even natural weed control. Bought 3 8" sterile grass carp, last August...but the Brooks probably ate them, also. Need to clean up the grasses. the water is clear, but there seems to be nothing but surface water bugs to eat. We tried find stock, but due to COVID no Brooks anywhere near Colorado. I was told I'd need at least 10" new fish to stock so the Brooks don't eat them. Would 10" Rainbows be ok? Was told for spawning we would have to clear the creek where the water comes in, cement it to provide a clean area for the Brooks to spawn. Just found a dead fish today. hope we are not too late. We believe the grass needs to be cleaned. Buying a weed Razor. We think we may need to feed them, but not sure with what and don't want to disrupt the ecosystem or add invasive species. We also want to use the pond to irrigate our new garden, orchard and yard. How? Also would like a pump for fire suppression if need be. Best quality? Solar (350 days of sun)? Any help, suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, T
