Pond Management Field Day

April 17, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
MaxLock Cattle Company – 2801 CR 1245, Savoy, TX

If you own a pond — or plan to build one — this field day is designed for you.

Join Texas A&M AgriLife Extension for a hands-on morning focused on practical pond management, fish production, aquatic plant use and control, and real-world solutions for landowners. This outdoor event combines expert instruction with live demonstrations so you can see pond management decisions in action.

• How to identify and solve common pond problems
• Practical strategies for managing fish populations
• When aquatic plants help your pond — and when they don’t
• How professionals evaluate pond health and fish condition

Tyson Keese — “Ponds 101”
Learn the most common issues pond owners face and how Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can be used to manage aquatic vegetation.

Bob Lusk — The Pond Boss
“The Fundamentals of Fish Management”
Discover the five key principles for managing your pond or lake for productive, enjoyable fishing.

Ryan O’Hanlon — Stonefly Aquatic Nursery
“Exploring Aquatic Plants”
Understand what aquatic plants do, how to use them effectively, and planting guidelines backed by real-world examples.

Watch experts conduct a live electrofishing survey and learn how professionals:
• Identify species
• Evaluate fish populations
• Judge fish condition
• Make management recommendations

Registration Fee: $20 per person
Includes a fish plate lunch.

Also check out other Health & Wellness events in Savoy.