Step 1: Starting with a large “Initiator Rock” in approximately 1 metre (3”) of water depth near  the shoreline. Construct the nest away from locations where it will pose a navigational or safety hazard Click here to view a larger version   Step 2: Using stones of this size range to construct walls of nest. The wall width can be constructed wider as this will create more spaces for bass fry to hide in and will provide ideal habitat for the crayfish and aquatic insects that the bass feed on. Click here to view a larger version Step 3: Pile rocks in a horseshoe shape with the open side facing off shore towards the deeper water. The area inside the nest walls should be about the size of a car tire. Click here to view a larger version Step 4: Place a low row of stones across mouth of the nest to hold the gravel in Click here to view a larger version Step 5: Using pea sized gravel as the ideal spawning substrate for bass eggs to be incubated on   Click here to view a larger version Step 6: Add clean pea gravel to the interior of the nest Click here to view a larger version Step 7: Spread out gravel evenly to a depth of about 10 cm (4”) on the interior floor of nest.   Click here to view a larger version Step 8: A completed nest ready for a nesting bass. Click here to view a larger version Enjoy your accomplishment and know that your efforts can help make a difference in protecting and enhancing the fisheries of your local area for many years to come.

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