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FAQ's about
the Honey Hole Tree
How much do the fish attractors weigh?
The Honey Hole Tree weighs about 25 pounds with the included weight. The fish
attractors are very easy to handle and place from a boat.
Why two different types of fish structure?
The Honey Hole Tree was designed to be utilized in water at least 6 feet deep or
deeper. The tree-like shape imitates natural fish cover and quickly attracts
many species of game fish. The Honey Hole Shrub was designed to be placed in
shallow water of 6 feet or less. Its shape imitates a natural weed bed. The
limbs are vertical and dense providing escape cover for baitfish and plenty of
vital spawning habitat that will greatly increase overall forage production.
What is the benefit of artificial fish habitats over “Christmas Trees”?
There are many advantages of our fish attractors in comparison to using cut
trees. First, the Honey Hole Tree and Shrub will not decay – put them out once
and you’re done. Also, enjoy snag-free fishing and save all of that money spent
on lost hooks and tackle. Another huge improvement is that our fish structures
are clean and simple; forget about the mess of dealing with brush and cumbersome
concrete blocks in the boat.
What kind of weight is used to keep the fish habitats from moving?
Each Honey Hole Tree includes a powder coated steel ring that weighs 5 pounds.
It slips over the cone after putting the bottom row of limbs in. The open bottom
on the cone shape grabs the sediment and keeps it from rolling or sliding. In
some cases when placing in locations with a heavy current, you can attach
additional weight like a cinder block with a cable or nylon strap through one of
the holes along the bottom.
How well do the fish structures show up on depth finders?
You won’t have any problem relocating your Honey Hole Trees using a depth
finder. Even a single tree will produce a large noticeable shape on the screen.
What’s great is that it will produce the same readout year after year, unlike
brush piles that compact and flatten over time.
Do the fish attractors sink easily?
You won’t have any problems placing your Honey Hole Trees. They sink quickly and
will stay in an upright position regardless of how they enter the water.
What is involved with the assembly of the fish attractors?
Insert the bottom row of limbs into the pre-drilled holes on the cone until they
wedge, and then slide the weight ring over the cone. Then push in the remaining
limbs. No toxic glue or special fastening process is required. Assembly usually
takes about 15 minutes per unit.
Does the artificial fish habitat really hold fish?
The abundant flexible limbs produce the perfect density of fish cover. The
massive surface area provides abundant substrate for plankton attachment. The
slotted shapes on the Honey Hole Tree give smaller fish a place to hide which
draws in larger game fish. Yes indeed, all of these unique features add up to a
fish attractor that is guaranteed to bring the fish to you.
How many fish habitats should I put in my pond?
The number of fish attractors needed will vary depending on the age of the pond,
current structures, management goals and the types of fish involved. If your
pond or lake is devoid of any underwater structure, then we recommend adding
approximately 9 trees and 12 shrubs per acre. This ratio will decrease as the
size of the lake increases. Since the fish structures are permanent, you can
always put out a few each year until you achieve your overall goal.
What’s the best arrangement for creating a “Honey Hole”?
During our field trials, we found that placing the Honey Hole Trees in groups of
at least three units produced the best results. By forming a triangle and
spacing the outside of the trees about 18 inches apart, you form a large
continuous fish cover with several internal areas of edge habitat. If along a
ridge or drop-off, use the same spacing but place the trees in a single line in
varying water depths.
Can the Honey Hole Tree be suspended from the bottom?
Yes, the Honey Hole Tree is the only artificial fish cover that can be suspended
up from the bottom of the lake. Simply use a length of rope tied to a weight and
fasten it to the eye bolt in the top of the tree. The tree will then float
upside down at the depth you select. This method can be used to “stack the
trees”, creating a continuous structure throughout the water column.
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