We are trying to enhance the fishing experience for those that visit The Greer Farm. Our lake was professionally stocked in 2002, but since them we have let nature run its course. A few 5 to 8 pound bass have been caught, but more 1-3 pounds ones are more common. The catfish are huge and we have nice sun fish and bluegill. Crappie introduced themselves and are fun to catch.

A few weeks ago we added 110 pounds of Tilapia to the pond. These fish will spawn every 3 weeks when the water turns 80 degrees. The small fish will be great forage for the bass. In theory, the Tilapia will die off in the fall when the water reaches 60 degrees. We have been told that a few will survive and after a summer in our lake will be 2 feet long.

Our lake manager tells us we need to remove by fishing 100 pounds of bass 10 to 18 inches long and after that is accomplished keep every other bass that size. As for the other fish, we should catch and take out of the lake any that are caught.

Our fish came from Boatcycle in nearby Henderson and Eva picked them up in her Tahoe.

In July we will add 10,000 Threadfin Shad.

These pictures were taken when the Tilapia reached the lake.