A healthy pond is more than just water; it is a thriving ecosystem where fish, plants, and microorganisms coexist. When a pond’s fish population becomes unbalanced, it can affect water quality, aquatic vegetation, and recreational enjoyment. For prop...
For commercial properties, municipalities, golf courses, and parks and recreation facilities, ponds and lakes aren’t just aesthetic features, they’re functional assets. These waterbodies help manage stormwater, provide recreation, and enhance propert...
Community ponds are more than functional stormwater systems, they are vibrant spaces where families can connect with nature and each other. Fish stocking transforms these ponds into recreational hubs, providing fun, relaxation, and a sense of communi...
As water temperatures cool, fall becomes the best time to stock rainbow trout in community lakes and private ponds. For property owners, HOAs, and community associations, rainbow trout bring exciting seasonal fishing opportunities and create lasting ...
For many lake and pond owners, the dream is simple: to grow trophy largemouth bass that deliver unforgettable fishing experiences. But creating the right conditions for bass to reach their maximum potential doesn’t happen by chance. It requires a bal...
Managing a healthy fishery in a lake or pond takes more than just adding fish and hoping for the best. Data-driven fisheries management uses targeted monitoring to guide fish stocking decisions, improve fish growth rates, and maintain long-term balan...
Fall Fish Stocking: Prepare Your Pond for a Thriving Spring As summer winds down and water temperatures begin to cool, many pond owners focus on cleanup and preparing for winter. However, one of the most important fall tasks often gets overlooked: fi...
Why One-Time Fish Stocking Isn’t Enough... A well-stocked pond offers more than just great fishing—it creates a healthy, balanced ecosystem and year-round enjoyment for you, your family, and your guests. At Jones Lake Management, we often hear from p...
When it comes to maintaining a balanced and thriving pond or lake, supplemental forage fish stocking plays a crucial role. At Jones Lake Management, our biologists recommend two species for our supplemental forage stocking packages: Fathead Minnows a...
Stocking a pond or lake with the right mix of fish species is critical to creating a thriving ecosystem and delivering a satisfying fishing experience. Each fish species brings unique benefits to the table, whether as a forage species supporting pred...
As the season shifts to the cooling embrace of September, it's an opportune time to discuss changes in Midwestern ponds and lakes and how these changes affect fish like largemouth bass, bluegill sunfish and forage fish. Diminishing daylight hours lea...
Transforming your pond or lake into a thriving aquatic ecosystem requires both thoughtful planning and integrated management strategies. At Jones Lake Management, we have a long history of fisheries management and understand the importance of stockin...
