Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

Yesterday, on the way home from work, I stopped by the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. I had heard about this place about a month ago. Now that I'm trying to raise fish I thought I would go and check it out. The entrance fee was $5.50. It was well worth the price.

This place is a cross between a  Texas fishing museum and an aquarium. The aquarium part was pretty cool. I was caught off guard when I entered the catfish area. The things are HUGE. As you turn the corner on the glass you're immediately face to face with these giant creatures. It startled me a bit. I also enjoyed checking out the alligators.

I learned a few things while I was there. First, they don't sell fingerlings or fish of any sort. Their main purpose is to stock lakes and tanks in east Texas. The other thing I learned is I can go fishing there. With paid admission you can fish all day as long as you catch and release. The other option is to  pay $10 and you're able to keep 5 fish. I started to think about it and realized this is where I'm gonna get my fish for my homemade fish food. The fishing ponds are overstocked with fish ready to jump into your lap so the amount of time to catch 5 fish shouldn't be long. Also, and I'll see when I do it, I think I can get fish cheaper this way than buying anything at the store.

There are also shows and exhibits there. While I was there, I decided to go ahead and get a membership for a year. It only cost me $15.00. If I can fish there for cheap fish food, it'll be worth it.