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June 25, 2001 Mr. Goeman, Are you referring to the 3 ponds that were built last fall? John Reynolds Midwest Fish and Crayfish
Tim Goeman wrote: Orange-spotted sunfish are nonindigenous in the watershed where your ponds are located. In the past they were allowed on your license because you were raising them in an enclosed facility and/or above the 25-year flood plain. These conditions do not apply for your newest ponds. The potential for escape of a nonindigenous species into a watershed is the basis for denial of orange-spotted sunfish at your facility. Transport, import, and stocking of nonindigenous species is always subject to a case-specific review, and the mere presence of this species on your license does not imply blanket approval to stock these fish at any time. Roy Johannes in St Paul can verify this information for you, if necessary. Tim Goeman, Regional Manager DNR Fisheries 1601 Minnesota Dr Brainerd MN 56401 218.828.2256 FAX 218.855.5072 tim.goeman@dnr.state.mn.us
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