Have you been getting the discounts?

Have you been taking advantage of all the discounts to all the online shops that I've found for you all? You can find some links to the right under "Get Discounts at these Shops!".

You can also find top information products by using the "Search" box above.  ClickBank contains some of the most popular online information products and now you can get discounted prices on them through the above search. Almost every topic is covered. Give it a try and let me know what you think.

I hope I've made your online experience just a little bit easier.

Enjoy! =)

PS: You will also find an excellent Fish Pond and Koi Pond information packages. Just type 'pond' in the search box and check them out for yourself.

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Keep Those Mosquitos out...

Whether you have a pond up yet or not mosquitoes are common warm season pests. Great little article about keeping these winged-biters out of your yard - check it out below!

Keep mosquitoes out of yard - Jackson Hole Star-Tribune

Keep mosquitoes out of yard Jackson Hole Star-Tribune, WY - Aug 13, 2006 Is there a place in your lawn that puddles every time you water? Do you have a birdbath or a backyard pond? How about gutters on the house? ...

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Looking for Pond Stones?

You can find pond rocks at your local hardware store, pet store, and landscaping stores.  If you're looking to get rocks of any shapes or sizes, then you can look almost anywhere. Construction sites, around your neighborhood, near the creek. 

If you're still unsure and would rather not waste too much time running around searching for certain size and shape rocks and stones, I'd recommend heading to your nearest pet/fish store or hardware store such as HomeDepot, and see what they have in store or whether they know of any local supplies. They may know of some local areas that the general public would not be aware of.

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What's An Above Ground Pond?

If you're interested in building an above ground pond you have many options. There are also those that are considered above ground yet require a little bit of digging. In other words, an upper portion of the pond is above ground and a lower portion is below ground. What I discuss here are ponds that are completely above ground.

Above grounds can be just as gorgeous and complex as a below ground pond. The only difference? Complete above ground ponds require no digging for your pond.

Depending on the size of your pond you can use practically anything as your pond base as long as it's strong and sturdy enough to support the water and aquatic life, if any.

Large above ponds are built similar to below ground ponds. You can use cement with an inner liner. Preformed ponds are common. Or if you've read one of my previous posts on Barrel ponds, you'll know that these make great ponds as well.

Smaller, simpler ponds can be created using buckets, smaller barrels, small pond kits or preformed ponds. Again, anything that's strong and sturdy enough to support your pond and pond life.

It's really up to you to decide what you want as your above pond. All rules that apply to underground ponds will apply to above ponds as well.

Things you need to note are:

- location

- size

- weight

- desired aquatic life

That covers the basics. Keep in mind that most medium to large above ground ponds still require some digging. Digging is required to correctly landscape and form your new pond to your selected location. Sturdiness is very important.

I'll note the 2 most common types of above ground ponds. Well actually 3.

1. Preformed ponds shaped out with shelves and water falls [required some digging]

2. Barrel ponds [no digging]

3. wood or cement structured ponds with a liner interior [digging required]

Hope, the information has given you some idea of what to expect and look for when selecting your pond type.

A final note: There was a previous post titled, "Want An Above Ground Pond ?? - READ THIS FIRST", posted on July 16, 2006. I suggest taking a look at that post as well.

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Making Your Very Own Home Made Pond Filters Is Easier Than You May Think...

Looking to learn more about how Filters actually work, what they're made up of, or even to make your very own pond filter? I recommend checking out the article below. It's great! It's all about Pond filters and how to make your very own.

Make Your Own Pond Filter At Home. Building Pond Filters Easier Than You Think.

Once you understand the principles of a good pond filter you will quickly recognize that all that is often required is a box containing biomedia ... water is pumped through this box 24/7 so that colonies of bacteria that build up on biomedia surfaces remain strong and viable so they can do their natural job of purifying pond water.

Biomedia is a fancy word for almost any solid items such as stones, plastic rings, hair curlers, foams and other specially designed materials. These "things" are just surfaces on which bacteria can cling ... the best biomedia are those that have very high surface areas (called specific surface area or SSA) and that can be easily rinsed clean to remove solid debris that clings to the surfaces.

The advantage of buying a ready made commercial unit is that you don't have to do it yourself. In general these units are over-priced so do not be atken in by the bigger is always better approach. The really important part is the biomedia and for small to medium ponds try to find a filter with Alfagrog or Supra as the biomedia...........read more...

How To Make Your Own Pond Filter At Home Cheaply

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Build a Barrel Pond ...

A Barrel pond is quick and simple to build. They can be placed anywhere on your property, including your deck or patio. And to be honeset, I think they look great. Check the link below for some great info on how to build the best Barrel Pond.

Creating a pond in a barrel isn't a new idea, but what makes this project different is the sheer size of the barrel - at least three times as big as the average barrel pond!

Gardenworld

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Choosing the right Filter for your Koi Pond

How to choose the right filter?

Choosing the correct filter system for your Koi pond can be a baffling process, with so many types and designs of filter on the market - where do you start? Remember, we are concerned here with specific filtration for Koi ponds, as opposed to garden ponds which might contain other types of ornamental fish.

Koi Water Garden for a comprehensive range of Koi pond filtration including vortexes and protein skimmers

If you're looking for a filter for your Koi pond and you're not sure what's best for you check the above article out. It has great information for you.

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What's the smallest Pond Size I Can Get Away With?

Ponds come in all different shapes and sizes. The shape and size you choose completely depends on your personal circumstances (location/landscape/budget/etc). However it's really up to you how big or how small you want your pond.

Of course, the smaller your pond the more limited options you have in choosing your plants and fish.

The size of your pond will also depend on any additions you had in mind as well. For example, adding a waterfall or a fountain. Your pond will have to be large enough to incoporate these additions in such a way that there will be little to no water lose. This means that you don't want water to be splashing out of your pond otherwise you'll eventually deplete your pond of water.

If you're not looking to add any water devices, fish, or large fancy aquatic plants then your pond can be almost any size you want.

Reward for Missing FISH??

I promised you news with all the tips and information. Here's a great one. Really shows you how much we can fall in love with our pond. - Check it out!

Physician offers reward for return of stolen fish - Journal Times Online

Physician offers reward for return of stolen fish Journal Times Online, WI - Jul 29, 2006 ... McNulty wants whoever stole his beloved Koi to return his fish. The fish disappeared from his backyard pond sometime last weekend, on either July 22 or 23. ...

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Got Green Water and Still asking "What's An Ultraviolet Sterilizer" ?

UV Sterilizers help kill and control most bacteria, viruses and parasites. It can also help prevent the unwanted 'green water' symptom that so many of us suffer with.

Sounds great right? Well it actually is, but it can be rather complex for some people. If you're looking for more information on UV Sterilizers heres a great little article on the subject. Note, that this article is targeted at marine fish, however it still has some great tips and info on UV Sterilizers:

The UV Sterilizer: Friend or Foe

by Michael G. Livadas

References - The UV Sterilizer: Friend or Foe

UV Sterilizers come in all types, shapes and sizes. It's best to drop by your local stores to find what will work best for your pond. When shopping for UV Sterilizers no one can give you better information for your exact needs then a reputable local supplier. Make friends and you'll both benefit from it.

If you're a serious Pond Owner I highly recommend adding a UV Sterilizer. Anything that helps keep my pond ecosystem going healthy longer, and doesn't require constant maintenance and care on my part, is alright with me =)

Personally, I'm currently using the Tetra Pond UV. It's absolutey fantasitc!. Combine this with my pumps and filters and my water is clear as...well..you get the picture.

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Oxygen Balancing ??

As I'm sure you're all well aware. Your fish and any other pond dwellers, need oxygen! Plants assist in the release of oxygen into your Pond. BUT, too many plants, algae, dirt and contaminants can cause a rapid depletion of your ponds Oxygen levels. 

Getting a well balanced ecosystem requires a well balance of plants and animals.

Too many plants may deplete Oxygen levels, but too many fish will result in the same effect.

Filters, fountains and waterfalls help aerate the pond. Moving water well assist you to achieving a well balanced ecosystem.  Remember, balance is the key to a happy and healthy pond.

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Preventing Algae in your Pond!!

The simpliest and most nature friendly way to prevent and reduce Algae growth in your pond is to add Anacharis Plants to your pond.

Anacharis Plants are underwater plants that use up the nutrients that would otherwise feed growing algae.You've likely seen these in fish aquairums. It's highly recommended that every pond have some Anacharis.For all those that have Koi fish in their ponds, keep in mind that Koi fish tend to eat Anacharis plants so you'll want to include some form of plant protection.

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More Posts to Come!!!

Sorry for the the 'dead air' the last little while. There was a little issue where Blogger had mistakenly marked me as an auto blogger. However, things are getting corrected and soon enough everything will be back to normal.

My apologies once again to everyone that returns looking for updated postings.

Let it Flow ??

Great little article to read with additional tips and suggestions. - Check it out!

Let it flow - Pioneer Press

Let it flow Pioneer Press, MN - 16 hours ago ... viewing platform.". The Cunninghams' big backyard pond is set against a whimsical playhouse with a front porch and two-tiered roof. The ...

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Build your Pond with the KIDS!

Interested in making your pond creation an enjoyable event with the kids? Home depot has a great little frog and goldfish pond kit that will do just that!

Do I sound like a Home Depot sales rep? lol. Don't worry i'm not, but I still think it's a great deal and a great idea if you have kids!

Kids frog and goldfish pond kit

Model 7126410

Price: $58.00/ea Price includes shipping! (that's US dollars)

Unfortunately the link to this offer is super long so i've neglected from adding it here. If you're interested go to www.homedepot.com and type "Kids frog and goldfish pond kit" in the search box usually found at the top-right of the page and the offer page should appear.

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Weird News: Missing......pet Fish?

Here's an article on the video posted just below. So you can either read about it here OR watch it below. Or if you're like me you'll probably enjoy doing both! =)

Weird News: Missing...pet fish
The Associated Press

NASHUA, N.H. — Cats and dogs who wander from home get reunited with their owners all the time.

But fish?

Floodwaters from the Merrimack River recently swamped the Brand family’s backyard pond, sweeping away seven of their 11 Koi fish and depositing them on the third fairway of the nearby Nashua Country Club.

“By the time I could get out there, I found only four fish,” Eric Brand said. “Just figured the rest were carried away and had dried up somewhere.”

The flooding had left enough water on the golf course to keep the fish alive long enough for David Deane, a city alderman and groundskeeper, to find them.

Deane said he was pumping water off the course when he noticed the fish flopping on the ground. Thinking they might be pets, he went to get a bucket.

Brand said a neighbor saw an item in The Sunday Telegraph on May 28 about Deane’s fish rescue and called Brand, leaving him a message. But Brand didn’t hear it for more than a week.

On Tuesday, the Brands were reunited with their fish.

Kansas City Star | 06/14/2006 | Weird News: Missing...pet fish

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Run Away Koi Fish? ...

Ok everyone has to check this out!

If you haven't seen this you need to. It's a news cast from New England Cable News. How far do you think your fish can travel?


http://video.necn.com/global/video/popup/pop_player.asp?activePane=info&ClipID1=827469

Want An Above Ground Pond ?? - READ THIS FIRST!

For those that have considered or already have an above ground pond here's a great site of someones own personal experience with having an above ground pond. She even lists her PROS and CONS on the matter. Some very important points that she lists that I'm sure everyone wants to read are her "If I had it to do over note".

It's a must read for those interested or already owning an Above Ground Pond! - Check it out!

My Above Ground Pond/My Watergarden

For those of you who still haven't made up your mind about whatkind of pond to build I would like to tell you a little bit about mine,and how it is to live with this kind of pond.

Priscilla's Pages: My Above Ground Pond

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