Our biologists are feeling like a 911 operator at a vegetation management hotline. Water temperatures are on the rise, longer days contribute to longer growing periods. If you have a vegetation co ...
May included several 90-degree days and a subtle reminder that dog days of summer are near. How does summer heat affect small ponds? As temps reach high 90’s and humidity ...
Here's an idea for a fun family outing that provides valuable information about the health of your fishery. Conduct seine sampling to compile a census of spring spawning success and st ...
Have you tried taking kids swimming in the family farm pond you played in growing-up, but found it too shallow? Got a swampy spot around your home that's an eyesore? ...
Biologists can estimate the age of individual fishes using a variety of aging structures. By Dr. Dave Willis and Eric West With increasing interest in ponds across this country, more ...
By Bob Lusk Ray Scott. That’s a full sentence right there. Ray is an iconic American, named a few years back by Field and Stream Magazine as one of ...
If a new lake is ready to stock or you're considering adding another angling attraction like hybrid striper--order fish now. Mild water temperatures ensure fish experience easy transition and healthy ac ...
Tired of continually trimming tall weeds that block feeders from efficiently broadcasting food to the pond? Had a few close calls with sudden, heavy rain flooding a feeder? Check-out this ...
We continually stress abundant forage is the primary factor determining success or failure in healthy fish development. Don’t let poor food chain management limit bass from attaining trophy potential. St ...
