Paid fishing pond

Sport fishing economics: fees + catch

Parameters

Anglers/week

Entry fee, UAH

Avg catch, kg/angler

Restocking price, UAH/kg

Other weekly costs, UAH

Catch&release is cheaper to run — the pond isn't depleted, but fees must cover the atmosphere. Catch&keep needs constant restocking — check: catch × fish price must stay under fees. Extra income: gear rental, BBQ zone, tents, food. Seasonality: April–October = 70% of the year.

Economics

Fees/week: +8 000 грн
Restocking: −9 600 грн
Other costs: −3 000 грн
Profit/week: -4 600 грн
Margin: -57%