Northern Pike have been illegally stocked in Francis Short. If you catch a Northern Pike at Francis Short pond please remove it from the pond.
Northern Pike are a non-native species and when stocked illegally they often become the dominant fish in the water. They aggressively prey on other fish and also small water foul and amphibians.
Northern Pike are a fun fish for anglers. They have a ferocious fight and an aggressive hit. You will need heavy line and heavy duty lures. Try crank baits, spinners, and inline spinners.
