Lake Survey
Where Do You Start?
Usually the first step is to analyze the current condition of the lake and the fish populations. We do this by conducting an electroshock survey. The electroshocker temporarily stuns the fish without harming them. Forage fish are categorized by size and quantity, and predators are weighed and measured. The recorded data is used to produce graph summaries of their condition.
With this information we might set harvest limits or possibly recommend supplemental stocking of additional forage. Data is compared from each survey to the next to track progress in percentage growth.
What's Next?
Other parameters we observe include the following.
- Water Fertility
- Vegetation Coverage
- Depth Profile
- Water Visibility
- External Parasites
- Spawning Habitat
- Watershed & Overflow
- Submerged Structure
- Water Quality
- Disease Indicators
Final Report
The final report will include all necessary information and recommendations with cost estimates to get your pond or lake back on track. We offer turn-key services for all your needs including lake fertilization, vegetation treatment, clearing muddy ponds, and fish stocking.
