Aquatic Environmental Services, Inc.

Aquatic Environmental Services, Inc. Premiere Lake and Fisheries Management Services Since 1996.

10/29/2025

Same pond, different fish...

These two fish were captured in an Electrofishing survey, and represent two distinct classes of fish found in one pond. The fish on the top, a much younger generation of fish is feeding well and maintaining a healthy weight for its size.

The fish on the bottom however, belongs to a much older class of fish as discovered by the previous year's age and growth study.
These older fish are approaching the end of their natural lives and are failing to keep a healthy weight.

During harvest, it is important to keep factors such as fish age in mind, as they can play a key role in the health of your fishery.
These two fish had access to the same food sources, yet one was over 100% relative weight and was released, while one was under 50% relative weight and was harvested.
Of course, this is an extreme example, but most fisheries will see a range of health, even among fish of the same length, and harvesting based on relative weight is a valuable way to ensure your fishery stays healthy.

10/20/2025

Over 175 Pieces of habitat placed! As we mentioned the other week, this project was extremely successful, and I can't wait to see how this lake turns out!

This week's habitat installation went smoothly, and this lake is now home to over 170 new pieces of habitat which will s...
10/16/2025

This week's habitat installation went smoothly, and this lake is now home to over 170 new pieces of habitat which will significantly improve bluegill recruitment, especially combined with the amazing spawning table's that the landowner was able to install while the lake was drained!
Come back tomorrow for a full rundown of the habitat installed and the benefits it will have for this lake!

10/13/2025

Starting the week off with a liquid lime application and feeder install before a bit week of habitat installation! Keep watching for some insights into the job tomorrow through Thursday!

Fish runs are happening almost weekly at this point in the year, and although it may seem simple, transporting fish is o...
10/09/2025

Fish runs are happening almost weekly at this point in the year, and although it may seem simple, transporting fish is one of the most complex aspects of our work. Everything from treatment of the water to balancing oxygen levels, to temperature regulation, each fish we deliver is treated with expert care.
This is crucial for us to ensure your pond recieves healthy fish every time!

We had a scary moment last week that I'm sure almost any lake owner can relate to. After a significant rain, one of our ...
10/08/2025

We had a scary moment last week that I'm sure almost any lake owner can relate to. After a significant rain, one of our holding ponds in middle Georgia had a serious turnover event, causing a rapid crash in oxygen.
The pond at the time was holding a large quantity of feed-trained bass, which would have cost thousands of dollars not to mention the time spent growing these fish if they had died.

When tested, the water was found to be lethally low in oxygen. The fish would likely have less than an hour to live if they hadn't died already.
Thankfully, we had a generator and surface aeration unit on site, and were able to quickly deploy the unit to introduce oxygen into the water.

Although at the time, we were almost sure the fish had all died, the oxygen recovered to sufficient levels within just one hour of the aerator being installed, and rose to 12mg/l by the next day, when feed trained bass were seen feeding again.
Had it not been for careful monitoring and the quick deployment of aeration, these bass would not have survived, and even if some fish could have been lost, no fish have yet been found dead.

This case not only demonstrates the value of having aeration to prevent such oxygen crashes, but the importance of at least having aeration on site, even if a lake owner does not want the unit installed at all times. It can save a pond during unexpected events, keeping you on track to reach your goals.

10/08/2025

Just wanted to share a cool sight one of our technicians got to experience a few days ago! Just one of many things we get to see during our times out in the field!

Seems we aren't the only ones that appreciate a beautiful lake

This morning's meeting wasn't just a time to talk about the week's accomplishments, but a chance to align the team over ...
10/06/2025

This morning's meeting wasn't just a time to talk about the week's accomplishments, but a chance to align the team over our achievements and failures of Q3. Discussing financials, organization, pitfalls, and goals, we were able to pinpoint areas to improve and how to better serve our clients while supporting our coworkers.

These opportunities to openly discuss provides a refreshing atmosphere where we can grow together as a company.

We look forward to serving you in Q4 and beyond!

10/02/2025

This beautiful lake was one of 3 that were Electrofished yesterday, and although not bad, it was a good example of just how much harvest needs to take place.
This lake was experiencing a lot of competition from intermediate sized bass, and for that reason, had very few forage available for the bass to consume and grow.

Although the owners were knowledgeable and were already harvesting bass, we recommended an even more aggressive harvest as part of our full recommendations list to hopefully turn this lake into a premier fishery!

10/01/2025

Prior to dredging, it's important to gather as much information as possible. With a sedimentation survey, you will have the information necessary to get the most accurate quotes for your project. This puts you in a great position for future planning.

Additionally, it can prevent unexpected costs if more sediment is found than expected, saving you time and money!

The survey is completed with professional grade echologging and geolocation equipment, allowing the highest degree of precision.

09/30/2025

One service that we've been doing more of this past month than in previous years are fish removals. Different from an electrofishing survey, these removals are done in stages to target all species and remove as many fish as can be from a body of water. Often times, we schedule these removals in the event that a pond is being drained down completely to prevent the death of all fish in the lake. This prevents not only unsightly fish kills and unpleasant smells, but can ensure that the fish are relocated safely.

We had someone join us for our last fish run! He wanted to see what all the hype was about!If you missed getting your fa...
09/29/2025

We had someone join us for our last fish run!
He wanted to see what all the hype was about!

If you missed getting your fall stocking order in with the last run, there's still time! We'll be stocking forage, feed-trained bass, fingerling bass, catfish, and more in the coming weeks!

We look forward to making sure your lake is stocked with the best of the best!

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2050 Howell Bridge Road
Ball Ground, GA
30107

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Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm

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