Gamefish

Bluegill

by Mike Robinson February 13, 2017

The Bluegill is a favorite with kids and adults alike, and is probably the best-known member of the sunfish family. The only drawback with this spe...

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Black Crappie

by Mike Robinson February 13, 2017

Black Crappie are a favorite species of many fishermen. Their beautiful coloration and excellent tasting fillets are surely the reason, but their ...

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Types of Gamefish

by Jennifer Fournier February 13, 2017

Black Crappie Loved by some and hated by others; the unpredictable nature of the Black Crappie is probably the cause of these mixed feelings. Femal...

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Bluegill vs Hybrid Bluegill

by Mike Robinson February 13, 2017

“Bluegill vs Hybrid Bluegill?” This is one of the most frequently asked questions when stocking a pond, and usually the second question is “which i...

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General Fish Stocking Recommendations

by Mike Robinson February 13, 2017

Every pond is different, and there is no single way to go about stocking or maintaining your fish population. However, these are rough general fish...

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Custom Fish Stocking Recommendations

by Mike Robinson February 13, 2017

If your pond or lake is 1/4 acre or larger and in Wisconsin or Illinois, we can make fish stocking recommendations for you! Keystone Hatcheries is...

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Bluegill Stunting

by Mike Robinson January 27, 2017

A common problem reported by pond owners is Bluegill stunting. Many people even avoid stocking this species because they have heard that this is i...

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