Northern Pike into Long Lake!

The MN DNR stocked 100 adult Northern Pike into Long Lake this afternoon (12/5/2025). They also stocked 25 adult Northern Pike into Everest pond that connects to Long Lake. The idea is that the Pike will feed on the Goldfish population, which should help improve water quality and vegetation in Everest Pond and Long Lake since Goldfish are bottom feeders. Paul Habegger, President of LLWA spoke with the DNR as they were stocking, and they said some of the Pike were quite large and should make excellent predators!

Currently there is about 4" of ice on the lake, which is safe to walk on per DNR recommendations. But always better to be on the safe side and wait a bit longer if you want to get on the lake at some point.

We are planning to hold an LLWA meeting in early to mid January to give some updates on water quality efforts, including the Plant Surveys that occurred before (April), immediate post (May) and delayed post (July) of our Curly Leaf treatment. We will try and publish a hold the date notification a week or two in advance.

Enjoy the Ponds and Lake we are privileged to live on in every season!

AI generated image of stocking fish