An Article Written by Kassidy Emmerson at AssociatedContent.com. It's a great read - Check it out!
The Benefits of a Backyard Pond
And How it Can Help You!Are you thinking about putting a pond in your backyard? Small, ornamental ponds that host plants, Dragonflies, and colorful Butterflies can add a decorative touch. But the type of pond I'm referring to is a real pond that's dug deep into the earth. There are many benefits of a backyard pond that can be stocked and cultivated. For example, if a pond is large enough, it can be stocked with fish such as Catfish, Bluegills, Crappies, et cetera. Once the fish are grown, you can catch them and eat them. Another idea is to raise Koi fish and other smaller types of fish. You can then sell them to people who want to stock their ownsmaller ponds. Or, talk to the local pet shop and maybe you can strike up a deal to supply them with certain varieties of fish.
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
Pond...its pay back!
An Idea.....And 4 Ponds Later
 Dowagiac Daily News | Dowagiac Daily News Dowagiac Daily News, USA - Ed Toy's wife Lee Ann wanted a backyard pond when they built a new house. Five years and 300,000 pounds of rocks later they have ... |
Saturday, July 08, 2006
Where Should I Build My Backyard Pond?
Decks and Patios
If you have a deck or patio try putting your pond where you can see it. Choose a location in sight from your favourite spot on the deck. That way you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the pond while relaxing in your favourite spot. Another suggestion for those with railings around a side of their deck or patio is to place the pond on the other side of the railings. This gives people the luxury of leaning against the railing (as a lot of people like to do) as they watch the pond. By doing this, it also gives the person a feeling of being 'someplace else'.
Ground surface
Make sure that the soil and ground around the pond is slightly elevated to allow excess water to flow away from the pond and not into it. You dont want to continuously be cleaning out guck and mud from your pond. Also, make sure that no water drains towards the house. Most backyards have a slight decline to them the farther you move away from the house. This forces water build up, from such sources as rain, to run away from the house. Keep this idea in mind when selecting a location for your pond.
FromUp Above
If you think you may want to add lighting/water-fall affects/etc to your pond, either immediately or possibly in the future, you will want to make sure that the location contians or can maintain electrical services and devices.
An extra note, depending on your personal desire, take good observations of the surrounding area where your pond will sit. Are there a lot of trees? Do you want it mostely in the shade or in the sunlight? Or both? Are there objects that may fall into the pond such as leaves?
Tub Kits and above ground ponds.
If you do not have space in your backyard for a 'in-ground' pond, you do have other options that will give you the same affect as most ground ponds. "Tub" ponds or large water bowls can be placed directly on your patio or deck. There are plenty of decorations that you can place around the bowls that equal the beauty of any in-ground pond. An added bonus is that they are usually cheaper then in-ground ponds and can also be moved indoors during the cold seasons.
-----Hope this information helped to ease some of your burning questions. If you have anymore questions feel free to leave a comment and I'll do my best to answer them for you. And if I dont know I'll even go through the trouble of finding it for you! Everyone deserves a backyard pond =)
Wednesday, July 05, 2006
Watch as the water falls?
Added on January 23, 2006, 01:02 PM
by rneumann (3 videos)Our ponds waterfall after re-built. No plants yet. The water flows at around 2,500 gph. It's not as loud as the video sounds. This was taken with a Nikon Coolpix 5000.
YouTube - Loch Neumann's Waterfall Version 2
Very nice looking waterfall video that I came across on youTube.com. Simply click on the posted video above, sit back and relax. =)Tuesday, July 04, 2006
Great Pond Pictures!
I've found some terrific pictures of ponds in all shapes and sizes at
http://www.pondmagic.com/Pond_Magic_Client_Profiles.html
Now they are a Pond and Water Gardens design and installation company. However, if you're like me you would probably rather build your own backyard pond ( Or at least be the mastermind behind its design ) There's no better satisfaction then building something you love with your own 2 hands.
Nonetheless, it's a great site to look at for pictures and ideas. Of course, you always have the option of getting those at PondMagic to do the work for you....
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More Quick Pond Tips from People Just like You!
I've just come across this great little article where people can post their replies to the following question posted on the site by someone named Brenda.
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Backyard Ponds - Quick Tips from the NRCS
Found this great link to some quick tips for backyard pond installation and care. For those who are not familiar with NRCS, it stands for Natural Resources Conservation Service. The NRCS is a part of the United States Department of Agriculture.
 Backyard PondA pond or water garden will likely become the focal point for all your backyard conservation.In your backyard
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Thanks to the NRCS for the great article. - go check it out!
-soul
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"Parade of Ponds" - An Annual Tour of Backyard Ponds ?
I just found this Article about a 'pond show' coming up this weekend. Very cool that people are willing to show off their ponds.
| Ponds on display July 8-9 Pueblo Chieftain, CO - ... Every yard has a treasure to see. These ponds have their own personalities.". She started her backyard pond because she was a water gardener. ... |
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Hello All Backyard Pond Enthusiasts
Speak soon
soul