Best Practices for Catching and Releasing Crappie
Fishing for crappie has long been a favorite pastime for anglers across the globe - and for good reason! Crappie not only taste...
Managing Pond Succession
A pond or lake's rate of succession is dramatically impacted by the soils and ecosystem of the surrounding area, the climate, and...
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Maximizing Pond Stockings with Electrofishing
Typically speaking, when we stock a pond or lake, it is because the owner has a specific goal in mind. That might be raising ...
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Placement Strategies for Artificial Habitat in Your Pond
Your new pond has just been completed and now you’re just waiting on some rain to fill it to full pool. However, before the rain...
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Preventing Cormorant Predation
Learn how you can protect your fishery from this protected species by adding artificial habitat throughout your pond or lake.
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Transporting Fish for Pond Stocking
When buying freshwater fish for pond stocking, an important detail to take into consideration is how you are going to get the...
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Grass Carp in Texas
Grass Carp are a fish that many people have heard about, but don’t know if they are a good fit for their pond. Grass Carp can be...
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6 Advantages of Small Pontoon Boats for Private Ponds
Owning a private pond is like having your own slice of paradise. But to really make the most of it, you need the right gear....
Stocking a Fishery with Shad
Generally speaking, Shad are a great forage species for Largemouth Bass, but they aren't ideal for every fishery.
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How Can I Tell if My Pond Is Healthy?
There is no such thing as a "healthy" or "unhealthy" pond.
Each pond has its own specific ecosystem, so a better question is,...
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Types of Pond Aerators and Their Maintenance
Pond aeration systems are a great way to help prevent low oxygen events as well as add to the aesthetics of your lake or pond. In...
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While habitat availability is important no matter the size of the body of water, managing habitat levels in shallow ponds or...
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