Fisheries

Over half of the pond owners in Pennsylvania rank fishing as the primary use of their pond. Bass, bluegill and trout can provide hours of recreational enjoyment for both kids and adults. But providing a good pond recreational fishery may take some work. The resources on this page will help you determine which fish are best for your pond, where to get the fish, and how to manage the fish populations to meet your recreational objectives.

Types of Fish for PA Ponds (pdf file)
Where to Buy Pond Fish (pdf file)
Managing Your Pond Fishery (pdf file)
Management of Fish Ponds in Pennsylvania (30-page pdf file)
Common Causes of Fish Kills in Ponds
Grass Carp Information (fish that eat aquatic plants - pdf file)
Hatcheries that sell grass carp
Permit to stock grass carp in your pond (see last two pages of this pdf file)