Mohawk Sportsman Club Tournament
Statistics by Joe Jacko
Many individuals report that Lake Mohawk currently has a healthy and thriving fish population.
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Miscellaneous Statistics
15 Tournaments YTD
Total weight measured at the scale 1556.12 lbs. (YTD)
Total fish brought to the weigh in YTD = 640
Total fish successfully released YTD = 632
Percentage of live catch and release YTD = 98.75%
Biological Indicators
Mr. Fred Richards of Metal Kraft Docks and Assistant Professor of Automotive Technology at Stark State College reports that the crayfish population is larger and more abundant than ever. He also reports that the snail population has apparently shifted from the smaller species of snails to the larger variety.
The thriving fish population along with Mr. Richard's observations are "biological indicators" that Lake Mohawk is thriving and doing well. The elevated levels of copper in the sediments seem to be having insignificant impact at the present time. There are many reasons for this which are beyond the scope of this report at this time. It is important to continue efforts in reducing copper usage in the lake.