Field testing has been conducted across multiple aquatic environments to evaluate fish aggregation behavior under real-world conditions. Observations include documented results, video evidence, and guide-supported validation.

Testing spans:

• Cold-water, high-altitude reservoirs
• Warm freshwater lakes
• Coastal saltwater environments
• Marsh and canal systems

• Dillon Reservoir (Under Ice)
• Frisco Dock – Dillon Reservoir
• Georgetown Lake
• Arvada Reservoir

• Elephant Butte Reservoir

• Corpus Christi Bay
• Sam Rayburn Reservoir

• Gulf Open Water Deployment
• Marsh & Canal Systems (Delacroix / Shell Island)

Conditions

• Freshwater (near freezing)
• Ice thickness: 2–3 feet
• Low visibility

Observed Results

• Response time: ~1 hour
• Gradual aggregation
• Reduced fish movement

Key Takeaway

Even under extreme ice conditions, fish respond—confirming functionality in low-activity environments.

Conditions

• Cold, clear water (~45°F–60°F)
• High altitude (~9,000 ft)
• High visibility

Observed Results

• Response time: 5–10 minutes
• Gradual approach
• Fish remain deeper before engaging

Key Takeaway

Cold, clear water increases response time, but consistent aggregation still occurs.

Conditions

• Cold freshwater (~40°F–55°F)
• High altitude (~8,500 ft)

Observed Results

• Response time: 15–45 minutes
• Gradual but steady aggregation

Key Takeaway

Results are consistent across multiple cold-water reservoirs—not location-specific.

Conditions

• Freshwater (~60°F–75°F)
• Moderate visibility

Observed Results

• Response time: 1–2 minutes
• Rapid aggregation
• Strong sustained activity

Key Takeaway

As water temperature increases, response time decreases significantly.

Conditions

• Freshwater (~45°F–55°F)
• Moderate visibility
• Reduced fish activity

Observed Results

• Response time: 3–10 minutes
• Gradual aggregation

Conditions

• Freshwater (~70°F–85°F)
• Active fish population

Observed Results

• Response time: 1–3 minutes
• Rapid aggregation
• Fish approach from multiple directions

“Wow… they are coming in from all sides.”

Guide: Billy Jack Miller
Company: Rio Grande Guide Service

• Performance confirmed across seasonal conditions
• Response time improves with temperature
• Aggregation behavior remains consistent

Conditions

• Brackish to saltwater (~75°F–90°F)
• Tidal movement
• High baitfish activity

Observed Results

• Immediate response (seconds)
• Baitfish arrive first
• Predator species follow

 “Holy cow… the screen lit up like a Christmas tree.”
Company: Glen’s Fish Camp & Guide Service

Saltwater environments produce the fastest and most visually confirmed aggregation.

Conditions

• Freshwater (~70°F–85°F)
• High fish population
• Depth observed: ~60 ft

Observed Results

• Fish rising from depth (~60 ft)
• Strong multi-species aggregation

“They are coming off the 60-foot bottom. I have never seen that before.”

Guide: Lynn Atkinson
Company: Reel Um N Guide Service

Demonstrates vertical fish movement and strong aggregation in deep freshwater systems.

Conditions

• Saltwater (~75°F–90°F)
• Open, unconfined environment
• Tidal movement

Observed Results

• Response time: seconds to 2 minutes
• Fish attracted and caught on video
• Sustained surface and mid-depth activity

1. Baitfish arrive
2. Predator species follow
3. Aggregation builds

Even in open, unconfined water, rapid aggregation occurs.

Conditions

• Brackish water (~75°F–90°F)
• Shallow canals
• Low visibility

Observed Results

• Immediate baitfish concentration
• Rapid predator response
• Tight aggregation zones

Company: Salty Dog (as provided)

Highly effective in confined, shallow systems—ideal for canal-based applications.

“These marsh and canal conditions closely resemble Florida canal systems, supporting targeted aggregation strategies for invasive species management.”

All field observations are based on real-world testing conditions. Environmental variables—including water temperature, clarity, and fish population—may influence results. Ongoing testing is being conducted to validate consistent and repeatable performance across diverse aquatic environments.