Vanderwacker Pond Fish Stocking
Essex County, New York · 2011–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Vanderwacker Pond was last stocked 2026 with Brown Trout. Vanderwacker Pond has 16 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2026, with about 4,120 fish stocked over that period.
When Vanderwacker Pond is stocked
Vanderwacker Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 13 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Vanderwacker Pond, freshest activity first.
Beaver Kill
Sullivan County · 1 species · 430 records
Last stocked June 2026
Willowemoc Creek
Sullivan County · 1 species · 421 records
Last stocked June 2026
Schroon River
Warren County · 4 species · 363 records
Last stocked June 2026
Saranac River
Franklin County · 3 species · 326 records
Last stocked June 2026
Batten Kill
Washington County · 1 species · 294 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lake Ontario
Wayne County · 8 species · 611 records
Last stocked May 2026
By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2025 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2023 | Brown Trout | 260 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Brown Trout | 260 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2021 | Brown Trout | 280 | 8.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2020 | Brown Trout | 220 | 8.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 8 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2018 | Brown Trout | 260 | 8.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brown Trout | 250 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2016 | Brown Trout | 260 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brown Trout | 260 | 7.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brown Trout | 250 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Brown Trout | 220 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2011 | Brown Trout | 250 | 8.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Vanderwacker Pond last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Vanderwacker Pond was last stocked 2026 with Brown Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Vanderwacker Pond?
Vanderwacker Pond is stocked with Brown Trout.
What time of year is Vanderwacker Pond stocked?
Vanderwacker Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Vanderwacker Pond stocked?
Vanderwacker Pond is stocked intermittently — 16 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Vanderwacker Pond?
About 4,120 fish have been stocked in Vanderwacker Pond across 16 recorded events since 2011, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Vanderwacker Pond?
Fish stocked in Vanderwacker Pond average about 8.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.