bayedsolid Chapter 205 Preparation of the Fishing Ground
Chapter 205 Preparation of the Fishing Ground
The irrigation system for the farmland was gradually established, and the crops were growing steadily. However, Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan knew that the team's self-sufficiency depended not only on farming the land but also on the supply of water and fish. To ensure a stable source of protein in the future, they decided to build a fish farm.
The river meanders through the lower reaches of the valley, its current gentle and its banks covered with lush vegetation, creating a suitable environment. Not only is there an abundant water source here, but the current is also gentle, making it ideal for fish farming. After careful consideration, Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan decided to use this stretch of water as their team's fishing grounds.
Choose a fishing ground
"The water flow in this area is relatively gentle, and the surrounding natural environment is well protected, so the water quality should be relatively clear." Xie Linchuan stood on the river bank, his eyes scanning the water surface, his tone affirmative.
Ye Wan nodded. She also noticed that the river's clarity was ideal for fish growth, and the surrounding natural ecosystem was largely unaffected, seemingly maintaining a balance with human activity. "Yes, not only is the water quality excellent, but it's also not far from our farmland, making it convenient for transporting aquatic resources."
She paused, thinking. "However, we need to ensure the fish can survive safely and not be harmed by predators or the outside environment. Therefore, we must build a protective facility here."
Xie Linchuan narrowed his eyes and looked toward the other side of the river. After a moment's contemplation, he agreed. "I'll lead the team in building the fence. You'll be in charge of contacting everyone to prepare the fishing and aquaculture equipment."
Construction of fish farm fences
Xie Linchuan was in charge of building the fishery's fence. He knew it wasn't just a physical barrier; it was crucial to ensuring the fish's survival. With the help of his team, he selected a suitable area along the riverbank and began building the fence.
"The height and material of the fence are very important. We can't let the fish escape, and we also have to prevent some aquatic predators from entering." While giving instructions, Xie Linchuan led the team members to use thick wooden stakes as support and tie them with thick ropes to form a simple net structure.
The fence required strong and durable materials, but these were scarce in the valley. The team felled trees from the nearby woodlands, stripped their bark, and cut them into suitable stakes to construct the fence's framework. While crude, the fence's structure was sturdy enough to effectively confine the fish and prevent them from escaping the fishing grounds.
To ensure the stability of the fence, the team members also dug shallow trenches around the fence to firmly fix the fence to the ground and prevent the impact of water flow from loosening the fence.
"These wooden stakes and ropes are strong enough and should be able to effectively encircle the fish." Xie Linchuan checked the fence and nodded with satisfaction.
After the fences were built, the framework of the fishery took shape. Next, Ye Wan led the team to set up the fishing equipment.
Arrangement of fishing equipment
Ye Wan knew that the success of the fish farm depended not only on introducing fish, but also on ensuring that the fish could grow freely in the water and be caught regularly. To achieve this goal, the layout of fishing equipment was an essential step.
She and her team prepared several basic fishing nets and fish cages. The mesh of the nets needed to be small enough to prevent fry from escaping, but large enough for adult fish to easily enter. The fish cages were used to temporarily capture schools of fish to prevent overfishing.
Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan worked together to assign tasks, ensuring that each net and cage was properly positioned. Because the river flowed slowly, they decided to place the nets in different areas of the fishing grounds to better control the water flow and the distribution of the fish.
"The current in this area is relatively gentle, so we need to ensure that the fishing nets won't be washed away," Ye Wan reminded her. "We can use the natural force of the current to secure the nets in a more stable location."
The team began securing the nets to the bottom of the water with rocks and wood. Each net was carefully positioned to ensure it would catch a variety of fish. The fish cages were placed in areas with slow currents to facilitate regular inspections and harvesting.
Stocking fish fry
With the fish farm's infrastructure complete, the next step was stocking the fry. Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan decided to collect some wild fry from nearby natural waters and stock the newly built fish farm to ensure a stable fish supply.
"We can catch some native fish seedlings from the river so that they can better adapt to the water quality and environment here," Ye Wan explained to everyone.
With the help of their team members, Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan led the group in a small boat to the nearby waters and began hauling in the fry. Although the weather had gradually warmed, the river water remained cool, and with each fry hauled in, the team members' hands felt the chill of the current. However, everyone's enthusiasm remained undimmed, and the haul proceeded smoothly.
Batches of fry were scooped up and placed into specially made bamboo baskets. Although they were small and swift-swimming, Ye Wan still ensured that each batch of fry was safely transported to the newly built fish farm.
"These fry are very healthy. Once we put them in the fish farm, they will quickly adapt to the environment here." Ye Wan looked at the fry in the bamboo basket with satisfaction, her heart full of anticipation.
She breathed a sigh of relief, watching the gradually increasing number of fry in the water, and felt a long-lost sense of security. This fishery, like farmland, carries the team's future livelihood and hope.
Hope for the fishery
When the last batch of fry were released into the water, the construction of the fish farm was basically complete. Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan stood on the shore, watching the fry swimming in the water, their hearts filled with hope.
"This fishery will definitely become an important resource for us in the future," Ye Wan said softly, her gaze fixed on the tranquil water. "If we take good care of it, it will become a stable source of protein for us."
Xie Linchuan stood beside her and nodded. "Yes, as time goes by, the fish farm will grow larger and larger, and the fish will gradually multiply. We can even consider further expanding the types of fish we cultivate."
"We also need to regularly monitor the water quality and fish health to ensure their growth is not affected," Ye Wan added. "But I believe that with everyone working together, the fishery will become another cornerstone of our success."
As the sun slowly set, the surface of the fish farm rippled slightly in the evening light. The swimming fry, like the hope of the future, quietly grew. Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan smiled at each other, their hearts filled with infinite longing for the future.