The Exciting Journey of Crimson Oak Pond

🏞️The construction of Crimson Oak Pond, including the excavation, clay import, and the creation of an island and dock.

🐟The stocking of the pond with different species of fish, including bass, bluegills, and threadfin shad.

🦅The regular visits of bald eagles to the pond, with some attempting to build a nest, indicating the potential for them to make it their home.

🐢The release of baby turtles into Cedar Falls and their exploration of the pond.

🌱Discussion about bass genetics and the introduction of a new strain of bass into the pond.

What are the different species of fish stocked in Crimson Oak Pond?

—The pond is stocked with bass, bluegills, and threadfin shad.

What wildlife visits the pond?

—Bald eagles are frequent visitors to the pond, with some attempting to build a nest. There are also sightings of albino doves and other birds.

What is the purpose of adding a new strain of bass?

—The new strain of bass is being added to experiment with genetics and potentially improve the characteristics of future generations.

What is the significance of releasing baby turtles into Cedar Falls?

—Releasing baby turtles into Cedar Falls allows them to experience their natural habitat and contribute to the ecosystem.

What are the key features of Crimson Oak Pond?

—Crimson Oak Pond is a 5-acre pond with an island, dock, and various structures for fish habitat. It has been carefully constructed and stocked to create a thriving ecosystem.

00:00Introduction to Crimson Oak Pond and its journey over the past year.

00:30Update on the growth of the stocked bass and the breaking of the Crimson Oak record.

02:21Discussion about bass genetics and the addition of a new strain of bass to the pond.

04:00Introduction of Florida strain bass and their weighing and tagging process.

06:35Release of baby turtles into Cedar Falls and their exploration of the pond.

08:59Introduction of albino doves and other wildlife sightings around the pond.

11:03Introduction of snails around the pond and a potential addition of shell crackers to control their population.

12:30Regular visits from fox squirrels, adding to the wildlife diversity around the pond.