2026 Fishing Rules Starting June 13th, 2026:

The Kid’s Fishing Day was a huge success! Looks like a Big Ol’ Fish entry for sure!!

Fishing Clinic 2026

The Board of Directors are hosting a Kids Fishing Day. On Saturday, June 13th with a start time. from 9:00 am till Noon. Club members will be on hand to assist members with kids with how to bait hooks, casting, and catching fish. You will need to provide your own fishing pole and tackle.

The Club will provide bait and we will have food available for sale.

If you are interested in bring your sons or daughter to this event please send us a email or contact Joe Mausser 563-543-236.

Fishing is open to members with a current membership card only. Please have your card available if asked for it. For anyone 16 years of age or older, they must have a valid fishing license according to the DNR. Please have respect for your fellow members and obey the rules.

The pond was stocked Spring of 2025. The varieties of fish stocked are largemouth bass, 3 varieties of bluegill (pure bluegill, red ear bluegill and hybrid bluegill) and yellow perch.

What is a Hybrid Bluegill?

A Hybrid Bluegill is a cross between a male bluegill and a green sunfish. Hybridization does occur naturally in the wild, but most Hybrid Bluegill are reared in the fish hatchery and pond stocking industry. They are also referred to as Hybrid Sunfish.

The resulting hybridization is a larger, and often times more aggressive panfish that is 90% male. This heavy male-to-female sex ratio means that reproduction rates are much lower than regular bluegill.

Known for the ability to grow very quickly, and nonpicky appetite, they are a favorite among private pond owners.

Hybrid Bluegill vs Bluegill - Revealing Differences — Hybrid Bluegill

Additionally, many state wildlife agencies stock Hybrid Sunfish in man-made ponds to encourage youth participation in fishing.

What is The Difference Between Bluegill and Hybrid Bluegill?

Physically, the Hybrid Bluegill is often larger and has less color variation than a regular Bluegill. Males, which are the most common are usually a matte green or shade of olive, brown, or smoke grey color. They have a slightly larger mouth.

Hybrid Bluegill will also have fluorescent streaking around the mouth and less visible vertical bars like bluegill.

Biologically, the Hybrid Bluegill reproduction rates are much lower, with growth rates much faster. This makes them a favorite for fish hatchery operations and private pond or lake owners.