Turn Your Ranch's Lake Into A Private Oasis
From hunting and recreation to farming and raising livestock, we know that your land has many uses. And, likewise, we know that your property’s waterbody is a valuable asset. Your private lake or pond may be utilized for irrigation or as a source of water for livestock. It also may be used for recreation where family and friends can gather to fish, swim, hunt waterfowl or simply relax.
We understand how important your ranch is to you, and we want to help you create a space you can be proud of. Whether you want to reel in big bass every day or sit out on the dock and enjoy the view, we are here to help make your vision a reality.
Grow Big Fish with Comprehensive Fisheries Management Plans
SOLitude’s dedicated fishery biologists provide you with a detailed, site-specific Fisheries Management Plan that enhances your resources and provides value-added recreational options for your lakes and ponds:
- Fisheries management surveys and assessments for water quality, habitat, and species allow you to have a tailor-made program that fits your specific site conditions and circumstances.
- Fish stocking services designed to support your goals, using the highest quality fish with the best genetics, superior health, and premium sizes.
- An integrated approach to fisheries management that leverages the latest technology, respected resources, and renowned industry experts to create a world-class fishery.
- The highest-quality, most environmentally safe lake and pond products that set you up for high-quality results with long-term sustainability
Enrich your ecosystem. Give life to your property. Secure the solutions you need to maintain a thriving, sustainable fishery.
How We Help You Achieve Your Dream Lake
The various uses of your private lake or pond dictate how it should be managed, and this can be a real challenge for even the most seasoned ranch owners. With our team of experts and the latest innovations in lake and pond management, we are able to better manage and restore your land’s waterbodies using effective solutions that help keep your water healthy and functional for its many uses.
Lakes and ponds are nutrient sinks, meaning that they collect nutrients faster than they can get rid of them. Excess nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen can cause algae blooms, poor water clarity and foul odors, while also being harmful to aquatic life. Nutrient loading in lakes and ponds is typically the result of runoff, and ranch owners in particular should be aware of several common factors that lead to excess runoff.
Excess runoff on ranches may be the result of...
- Overstocking or overgrazing livestock
- Livestock feeding stations located upstream of the lake or pond
- Livestock pens in the watershed
- Pasture and field fertilization
- Mowing habits
- Bird rookeries
- Excessive erosion upstream or immediately adjacent to the waterbody
Even when sources of nutrients have been curtailed, the years of accumulation of phosphorus in bottom sediments can continue to degrade water quality well into the future. Water quality monitoring, testing, and restoration are the backbone of an integrated lake or pond management program. The aquatic biologists at SOLitude are ready to develop a prescription water quality restoration program that is tailored to your specific needs.
Offering Innovative Solutions to Improve Ranch Waterbodies
Beyond Fisheries Management services, we are happy to provide a suite of innovative solutions that proactively manage your waterbody so you can focus on other aspects of your ranch. Take your lake to the next level with these sustainable solutions:
Aeration
Submersed aerators utilize a weather-protected on-shore compressor to pump air through a subsurface tube that releases bubbles from the bottom of a lake or pond. As the bubbles rise, they carry the low oxygen water from the bottom towards the surface. This solution is an excellent tool to help improve water quality.
Floating Fountains
We offer installation, service, and warranty support for all of the top brands of lake and pond floating founds. We offer a complete line of AquaMaster®, Vertex, Aqua Control, Kasco, Bearon Aquatics, and Otterbine fountains that will help improve water quality and aesthetics.
Water Quality Testing and Restoration
An array of scientific tests are conducted to check a waterbody's vitals and establish an initial baseline of health including pH, alkalinity, color, phosphorus, and nitrogen. Water quality data helps our aquatic experts determine the best solutions to improve the health of your lake or pond.
Shoreline Erosion Management
We offer a variety of unique shoreline erosion control solutions that halt sedimentation and restore damaged banks. This innovative technology is comprised of a patented photodegradable knitted mesh system that can be utilized to repair shoreline erosion damage.
Hydro-Raking
The hydro-rake clears accumulations of unconsolidated muck and debris (i.e. decaying leaves, peat, etc.) from lake and pond bottoms. This natural solution can also be used to control aquatic weed growth.
Algae and Aquatic Weed Control
Our lake and pond professionals utilize the most advanced products and practices for lake weed control and algae treatment solutions help eliminate toxic algae and nuisance aquatic weed growth.
Nutrient Remediation
Nutrient remediation is a natural management strategy utilized to reduce excess nutrient levels in lakes and ponds. Products like Phoslock, Alum, and EutroSORB help limit water quality imbalances by binding and removing excess nutrients.
Beneficial Buffer Management
Beneficial buffers not only add beauty to your lake or pond but prevent shoreline erosion and help filter out excess nutrients from entering the water column. Buffers should be comprised of native grasses and flowering species that extend 3-5ft or more from the water’s edge, within the littoral zone.
Dredging
Increase the depth of your waterbody while removing sediment and muck buildup with dredging. With this solution, you can reset the lifespan of your lake or pond and implement proactive solutions for a healthier waterbody in the future.
Annual Management Plans
Get worry-free management, year-round. With an annual management plan, our experts will monitor your waterbody throughout the year and implement proactive solutions to help you reach your waterbody's goals.
You Can Have the Best Ranch In Town
We are ready to help you create a beautiful place where you can retreat to relax and play. Schedule a free assessment today and our experts will help you determine which solutions to implement to help you grow big fish while maintaining a balanced aquatic environment.
Serving Ranch Owners Nationwide
SOLitude Lake Management’s fishery experts are eager to help you build the fishery you’ve been dreaming of. Discover how our Fisheries Biologists collect data to better manage your aquatic habitat.
