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We opened for fishing today, April 5, 2021. You never know what to expect when your first customers come to fish. We are as anxious to see them catch fish as they are. We did have some of our children and grandkids here yesterday, Easter Sunday, and we did catch about a dozen bluegill in Pond 1 which was fun. But would the bigger fish be biting today? One of our first customers answered that question in her first hour of fishing. She caught this 12 3/4 pound catfish in Pond 3 using strawberry chicken as bait. We are open for fishing. Call us at 937-693-3640 to make an appointment. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago  ·  

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WE WILL OPEN OUR PONDS FOR FISHING THIS SPRING ON MONDAY, APRIL 5, 2021. FISHING IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.You may call us to make fishing appointments now at 937-693-3640. We look forward to seeing our many repeat customers, and meeting new ones. PLEASE NOTE TWO CHANGES IN OUR TICKET PRICING FROM LAST YEAR:1. THERE WILL NOT BE A DISCOUNTED TICKET PRICE DURING THE WEEK (MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY). 2. WE HAVE RAISED OUR NON-FISHING PATRON TICKET PRICE TO $10.00.Our other ticket prices have not changed. Our prices are: Adults (ages 16-59) $14.00; Seniors (age 60+) $12.00; Children (ages 6-15) $8.00; Children under 6 are free. All children must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for the children's care and supervision. A non-fishing patron is an individual who accompanies others but chooses not to fish. ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago  ·  

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Saturday, October 3, 2020. We have decided to close Busch’s paylakes for this season on Monday, October 5, 2020. We thank our customers for the best year we have experienced in our 15+ years of operation. We will look forward to your return next spring. Here are some more pictures of customers with their catches in September. ... See MoreSee Less

6 months ago  ·  

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September 1, 2020. Can you believe it is September and this coming weekend will be Labor Day Weekend. We will be open for appointments all weekend (Friday-Monday). Call 937-693-3640 and make your appointment for a nice day of fishing. Here are some pictures of fish caught in the last week or so. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

7 months ago  ·  

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August 21, 2020. The summer is quickly passing by. Students are heading back to school this week or next week in many districts either online or in person. This weekend is expected to be hot and humid again after several beautiful fall days earlier in the week. Labor Day weekend is right around the corner. We intend to be open all of that weekend and Labor Day itself. Call to make an appointment at 937-693-3640. The fish are still biting as this week's customers can attest. ... See MoreSee Less

8 months ago  ·  

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Sunday, August 16th, 2020. Yesterday, our friends, John and Cheryl visited us from Kentucky. We fished in the late afternoon and evening and caught 5 catfish, several small bass and a good number of bluegill. The two largest catfish weighed 9.5 and 11.5 pounds. Also enclosed are pictures of other fishermen who fished here either Friday, Saturday or today. As you can see, fishermen of all ages can have a good time here. Remember to call ahead for an appointment to fish. Our number is 937-693-3640. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

8 months ago  ·  

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Friday, August 14th, 2020. I fished nearly an hour today in Pond 2 while waiting for customers to arrive. I caught two catfish and missed several others using homemade dough balls as bait. The weather forecast gives a 40% chance of rain showers or storms over the weekend. That should have a cooling effect on the high temperatures and humidity we have experienced this week. Next week is expected to be cooler with less humidity making for some pleasant fishing weather. We were fortunate today to have some regular customers, Deb and Randy, bring 10 or so family members here for a day of fishing. Deb said they caught a fair number of catfish among them. The summer is passing quickly. Call us at 937-693-3640 to make your fishing appointment. ... See MoreSee Less

8 months ago  ·  

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Thursday, July 30, 2020. Chuck is an avid fly fisherman who comes to see us, usually with his fishing buddy, Noel, a few times a year. They always catch a good number of fish and really don't care what kind or how big they are. They get a great deal of pleasure catching fish with flies they make themselves. Chuck completed the "Busch Trifecta" catching at least one hybrid bluegill, one largemouth bass, and one catfish. He said he caught several hybrid bluegill. One was 12-inches long and another one was close to that. He caught one catfish, and a dozen or more small bass. The largest bass was nearly a pound. We got some rain today and expect more, off and on, over the weekend. That should make it cooler overall. Call 937-693-3640 for an appointment and enjoy a good day of fishing at Busch' Pay Lakes. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

8 months ago  ·  

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Saturday, July 25, 2020. Here are some more pictures sent to me by email or I took recently on the ponds of customers and their catches at Busch's Pay lakes. Mr. Busch ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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Friday, 7-24-20. Much of the last three weeks has been very hot and humid with little rainfall here. Earlier this week we finally received 1 3/4 inches of rain and an associated drop in temperature. I fished in Pond 2 yesterday for an hour 4:00-5:00 pm and caught three catfish. I fished in the same pond today from 3:30-4:30 pm and caught 5 channel catfish. I was using a Ky. dough ball (home made) bait. The 8 fish ranged in weight from 3-7 pounds. Our catfish are farm raised and the largest are in the 15-pound range. The weekend weather may be a little warmer than yesterday and today but still O.K., especially if there is a breeze in the afternoon. So grab your favorite catfish bait and give us a try. Remember to call for an appointment and bring cash for your entry fee as we do not accept credit cards. If you have had any trouble spending cash anywhere, bring it here, we will help you get rid of it. The picture is one of the catfish I caught in the last two days. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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July 17, 2020. The weather for this weekend is once again forecast to be hot and probably humid. Even so, fishing in the morning and late afternoon can be a pleasant experience here at Busch's Pay Lakes. The bluegill and smaller bass have been biting nearly non-stop in Pond 1 and some catfish are being caught in it and our other ponds. If you want to take your kids or grandkids fishing but have not found a place where they are likely to have bluegill and small bass biting left and right, you might want to give us a try. We provide a safe, attractive, peaceful, and comfortable farm pond fishing environment where the kids are likely to catch some fish. Here are some pictures of our customers catching fish here in the last week or so. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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Saturday, July 11, 2020. We have four of our 12 grandkids with us this weekend and that means "watch out bluegill" here we come. The bluegill were happy to oblige when offered some strawberry chicken. The kids caught over fifty bluegill and four small bass fishing a couple of hours in Pond 1. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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Saturday July 11, 2020. Today was a welcome relief from the very hot, humid weather we have been experiencing since the beginning of July. Catfish fishing has been slow this week, but the bluegill and bass fishing is still decent. Here are some pictures of customers and their catches over the last week or so. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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Here is a first for us at Busch's Pay Lakes. We sometimes have customers lose their fishing poles in a pond when a fish takes off with the hook, line, sinker and pole before the fisherman can grab the pole. This has happened eight times this year that I am aware of, and we have been able to recapture each pole every time. Today, this lovely couple caught two fishing poles in two casts in Pond 1. Each pole and reel looked like they had been in the pond for a long time. Now that is a fishing story they will remember for a long time and they have the fishing poles to prove it. The fishermen are holding the poles they caught in Pond 1. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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PLEASE TAKE NOTE: WE WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY, JULY 4TH, 2020. WE WILL REOPEN ON SUNDAY, JULY 5TH. Well, summer has arrived so now we can complain about the heat and humidity instead of the cold. Personally, I enjoy the change in seasons with fall and early winter being my favorite time of the year (DEER SEASON). Of course in Ohio we can sometimes experience the weather of all four seasons in a single week. Fish are still biting. Here are some pictures of some customers and their fish catches in the last week or so here at Busch's Pay Lakes. Another big crappie was caught out of Pond 1. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

9 months ago  ·  

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Saturday, June 20th, 2020. I try to get pictures of our customers with their catches whenever I can. Here is a sample of people enjoying a day of fishing at Busch's Pay Lakes over the last week or so. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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Saturday, June 20, 2020. There were a number of good fish caught today at Busch Family Fish Farm but this large crappie has to be considered the "catch of the day". We have lots of small crappie in Pond 1, but very few large ones are ever caught. Today Steve caught a large one. Congratulations. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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Thursday, June 11, 2020. It has been another good week for us at Busch's Pay Lakes. We opened on Friday, May 22 and we have had at least one customer fishing here every day since then. Last year we sold about 230 tickets for the season. A ticket could be for a single person or a group of people. Since opening 21 days ago tomorrow we have sold about 110 tickets. Pent-up demand to get outside, good weather, and decent fishing have all contributed to our fast start. It appears that another good, cooler weather weekend is on the way. Give us a call (937-693-3640) to make your fishing appointment. Here are some pictures of fish caught here within the last week. I weighed the large catfish Mark caught today. It weighed 12.5 pounds. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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This weekend appears to be looking good for weather and fishing at Busch's Pay Lakes. Make your appointments now (937-693-3640) and look forward to a pleasant day of fishing this weekend. We had several families with children fishing here during the week. The bluegill and crappie in Pond 1 didn't disappoint and Mom and Dad were kept busy baiting hooks, taking fish off the hooks and teaching their kids how to fish. The small bass were biting everyday and several larger bass from 1 to 3.5 pounds were caught. The catfish also made some guys happy. One of our repeat customers came two evenings and said he caught about a dozen catfish one evening and six or seven another. Here are some pictures of fish caught this week. ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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Saturday, May 30, 2020. WOW! What a beautiful day to be fishing at Busch's Pay Lake. The weather was great, not too cool, not too hot, not too windy, it was just right. The fishing was good, not too slow, not too fast, it was just right. I think most of our guests caught some fish today. The customers were all great, but some of the fish were bad. They stole a lot of bait and two rods and reels. Fortunately we were able to recover the rods and reels and the guilty fish were still on the lines. They were returned to their ponds with a warning. Here are some pictures from today and yesterday of happy customers having an enjoyable experience at our place. Mr. Busch. ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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Mr. Edwards at it again in pond 2! ... See MoreSee Less

10 months ago  ·  

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Just a quick note to say "Thank-you" to all of customers who visited us over the last four days. There was obviously a pent-up demand for good weather and a chance to fish and enjoy the outdoors. Here are a few pictures of fish caught today at Busch's Pay Lakes. ... See MoreSee Less

11 months ago  ·  

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Well we did open yesterday, Friday, May 22nd, and we had 15-20 people fishing both yesterday and today. That is a good day for us. We built our fishing facility to be a clean, safe and peaceful environment for family fishing fun. Based on customer comments, we accomplished that goal. Some customer want the opportunity to catch catfish (for us that is a 3-15 pound channel catfish), large hybrid bluegill (1/2 to 1.0 pound) or large mouth bass (1/2 pound to 6.0 pound). Other customers want a family experience where they are frantically helping their children or grand children catch small bluegill and crappie one after another. We appreciate our repeat customers, and new customers who decide to give us a try. We do our best to serve you in any way we can while you are here. Here our some of the fish our customers caught over the last two days. We are now open. Give us a call to make an appointment--937-693-3640. ... See MoreSee Less

11 months ago  ·  

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Whoopee! We will open next weekend, Friday May 22, 2020, instead of the following weekend as previously planned. You can now call us and we will start taking your appointments for this fishing season. Rob and Margie Busch. Call us at 937-693-3640. ... See MoreSee Less

11 months ago  ·  

I made up a batch of my favorite Kentucky dough ball bait a couple of nights ago and tried it out this afternoon. I fished in Pond 3 beginning at 5:40 pm. Eight minutes later I caught a 13.25 pound channel catfish. I got him back in the water, baited my hook and tried again. Seven minutes later I caught a beautiful 6.75 pound female channel catfish. We will be opening by the end of May. I am ready. The fish appear to be ready too! ... See MoreSee Less

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Busch Family Fish Farm and Pay Lakes
Busch Family Fish Farm and Pay Lakes
5.0
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Candy Gantt Hall
Candy Gantt Hall
2021-04-07T10:27:06+0000
Several ponds to choose from they are well kept and so are the grounds owners are amazing we will definitely be back
Sean Finley Hall
Sean Finley Hall
2021-04-06T19:17:19+0000
it's super nice quiet nice and super clean
Jon Meuller
Jon Meuller
2020-07-25T15:16:00+0000
Mr Bush was extremely helpful and kind. It was my first time there with my 5 year old, which had a blast. He's already... asking to go back. GREAT PLACE TO FISH !!!!!read more
Sly Jackson
Sly Jackson
2020-06-27T03:58:34+0000
it was a very clean and nice ponds the host and owners where really nice
Jackie Lynn
Jackie Lynn
2020-06-13T23:02:55+0000
Great time! The water was clean, maintained and very well stocked! Did not disappoint and will be going back!
Jeremy Carr
Jeremy Carr
2020-06-06T03:17:16+0000
My 14yr old and I make it a yearly event to come out here and fish the entire day. Everytime we are here the lakes,... grounds, etc are very clean. The fish are the healthiest looking fish ive ever caught. Today June 5, 2020 we came out and caught soo many fish we lost count, LM Bass, Catfish 2 to 8lbs, hybrid bluegill cover almost half if my arm. There was several times my sin and I had fish on the line at sametime. Perfect place for that avid fisherman, give them a call set up a time. I PROMISE you will not be disappointed!!!read more
Wanelle Brown
Wanelle Brown
2020-05-30T22:40:33+0000
this was my first time there it's a very nice place I love it I'll be back again
David Kessler
David Kessler
2019-08-10T04:21:38+0000
Great place to fish and the Busch family are very nice and respectful people. I will definitely be going back there to... do some more fishing.read more
Carlton Randall
Carlton Randall
2019-05-30T01:32:41+0000
Great day with the boys at Busch Family Fish Farm and Pay Lakes. We had a slow start but then caught more than we could... count! We’ll be back 👍read more
Kim Smith
Kim Smith
2019-03-30T17:03:04+0000
Nice place, nice people, nice fish!
Dusten Harlow
Dusten Harlow
2018-10-06T22:26:24+0000
Fished there today an it was a blast caught lots of fish. We will def be back thanks for yhe good time
Devin Strunk
Devin Strunk
2018-09-18T22:16:44+0000
I recommend this to anyone who loves to fish
Kathryn Hinkle
Kathryn Hinkle
2018-07-29T23:09:16+0000
I loved this place it’s so beautiful and the people are so amazing ...I can’t wait too go back
Korey G Cress
Korey G Cress
2018-07-15T17:34:48+0000
very nice piece of property, nice fish to catch. thank you for letting us enjoy your property and make some summer... memories!read more
Angie Fowler
Angie Fowler
2018-06-18T01:17:15+0000
Had a great time caught a 15 pound catfish biggest I've ever caught anywhere beautiful place
Katelyn Brooke Toomey
Katelyn Brooke Toomey
2018-06-10T01:49:15+0000
Love this place will definitely keep coming back to this place will recommend it to everyone
Mike Eaton
Mike Eaton
2018-05-19T16:21:38+0000
Great place to fish and relax. Always have an awesome time whenever I'm there. The owners are very friendly and... helpful. Good people. Can't wait to go again! ��read more
Chris Bowsman
Chris Bowsman
2017-09-06T01:52:03+0000
Rob is a great host with an excellent fishing location. The hybrid bluegill are a must-see!
Ashley Sprowl
Ashley Sprowl
2017-09-05T21:25:46+0000
Jeannie Templeton
Jeannie Templeton
2017-09-04T21:39:42+0000
I always have the best time here! Great fun fishing! �
Desaree Marie
Desaree Marie
2017-09-03T18:34:10+0000
Always a great time! The owners couldnt be more polite and courteous. Very clean and very beautiful! You will not be... disappointed!read more
Pam Rose
Pam Rose
2017-08-23T12:47:06+0000
Jordan Schwarck
Jordan Schwarck
2017-07-16T07:43:12+0000
Great people. And great environment loved fishing there will definatily be going back
Steve Crouch
Steve Crouch
2017-07-16T01:01:38+0000
A true family atmosphere with incredible fishing!!!
Marshall Dean Kanorr
Marshall Dean Kanorr
2017-07-03T19:38:12+0000
Eric Elliott
Eric Elliott
2017-07-03T01:52:20+0000
Donovan Hemmelgarn
Donovan Hemmelgarn
2017-07-02T23:48:29+0000
I had an awesome time! Never heard of this place before my dad and step mom fished it! Now I can't wait to go back! We... slayed them! Had an awesome time by far! Can't wait to plan another trip!read more
Lance Hemmelgarn
Lance Hemmelgarn
2017-06-26T13:38:45+0000
Karrie Hemmelgarn
Karrie Hemmelgarn
2017-06-26T13:25:23+0000
Brittiany Hofele
Brittiany Hofele
2017-06-24T20:53:18+0000
Great place to fish! The boys had a great time :)
Kevin Brown
Kevin Brown
2017-06-11T04:24:42+0000
Jill Miller Kirchner
Jill Miller Kirchner
2017-05-28T22:04:16+0000
Mandy Taylor
Mandy Taylor
2017-05-28T19:14:21+0000
We had a great time yesterday fishing. Caught several nice catfish and our son enjoyed catching crappies and bluegill.... We will be going back!read more
Nick Adams
Nick Adams
2017-05-27T23:34:18+0000
The hospitality was great Fish just keep biting We caught multiple 3.5 hours we spent there it went by so fast having... so much fun. Large sized fish I would highly recommend to any one looking for a catch and release area 6 fishing ponds. It was nice to have a pond all to our selves.read more
James Wicker
James Wicker
2017-05-14T19:47:27+0000
Great place! We had a blast! Caught fish the whole time we were there. Lots of big bass! Highly recommend!
Yahtzee Terry
Yahtzee Terry
2017-05-10T14:34:48+0000
Incredible fishing experience. Close to Dayton. Affordable. Clean grounds and lakes and extremely supportive family... staff. Easily the best fishing ponds Ive been to this year and plan to be back weekly.read more
Jim Hengsteler
Jim Hengsteler
2017-04-29T02:10:18+0000
Had the best time with my son today that I've had in years. Great fishing here at Busch Family Fish Farm. Great company... too. It was a cold rainy day, but we caught plenty of fish and had a blast doing so.read more
Nolan Willis
Nolan Willis
2017-04-02T20:52:37+0000
Sally Hughes
Sally Hughes
2016-09-11T14:37:01+0000
It was a great day of fishing for me and my father. We had a blast and caught some really nice size cats. I would... suggest this place to everyone. And it is for family's so you don't have to worry about drinking or anything like that so it makes it great!! The owner is wonderful and what a great man! Thank you guys for make our day if fishing full of fun and excitement! ! We will be back again!read more
Maria Connell Hyer
Maria Connell Hyer
2016-08-09T15:35:12+0000
Great place to fish even in the summer heat! Great place to bring our grandchildren ! Very nice owner!
Shawn Smith
Shawn Smith
2016-06-25T21:36:01+0000
Great place for fishing, well kept and the owner is really nice.
Doug Kerrigan
Doug Kerrigan
2016-06-25T20:47:25+0000
Was there today very well kept place. Very hospitable owner.
Justin Branscum
Justin Branscum
2016-06-19T18:21:07+0000
CJ Crain
CJ Crain
2016-06-19T17:33:49+0000
Great place my daughter and i have a wonderful time today thank you so much
Matt Langdon
Matt Langdon
2015-06-29T03:08:08+0000
We have visited the farm 3 times. Each time Mr. Busch has went out of his way to provide us with a great experience. I... highly recommend fishing here to anyone!!read more
Shamarion Rogers
Shamarion Rogers
2015-04-30T21:05:49+0000
Ryan Efaw
Ryan Efaw
2013-07-31T06:16:44+0000

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