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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 02, 2009, 07:30:13 PM »

Thanks reddad.  The pond is medium to small size.  It really isn't that wide.  The small liner is for the waterfall.  I'll cover a mound of dirt and rocks.  Then, line it and cap it off.  The rocks, dirt, and mortar on the water fall will cover everything.  I triple measured to make sure the liner fits.  If somehow it does not, I'll buy another and sell the one I have.  It may sound a little too easy.    We'll see.  I hope tomorrow will be the last day, but I'm not going to rush it.  We have rain in the forecast on Sunday.  Sooooo.....

Keep the suggestions coming.  They are welcome.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 02, 2009, 03:02:01 PM »

Here's what my friend's waterfall looks like. 

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 02, 2009, 02:59:14 PM »

Thanks Johns.  I'll do that.

I've just completed day 2.  I rented a jackhammer and busted my way through the rest of the concrete.  I should have rented that a long time ago.  Then again, it was New Year's day.  I went about 3 feet deep with a slope that leads to the drain area.  I also dug the shelf about 12 in (I think I'll go deeper than that).  Tomorrow I will fine tune everything and make sure it is all level.  I will also begin on the waterfall.  A friend of mine, also neighbor, allowed me to use his waterfall as a guide. 

I forgot to mention the smoking deal I got on a pond kit.  I did not plan on using a kit, but I couldn't resist the deal.  It is a Sunterra watergarden kit.  Comes with uv/pressure filter, 15x5 and 10x5 firestone liner, 2000 gph pump and fittings, 3 lights, etc.  I googled it and it normally cost $600.  I got it for $85 brand new.   

Here's day 2:

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Pond Chat / Re: required depth of fish pond in southeast Arizona?

« on: January 01, 2009, 10:20:52 PM »

Welcome to AZ and AP.  I live in west AZ.  I just began to redo my pond (pond redo under Construction and Filtration).  My pond was originally 16 in deep with koi.  However, those things grow very quickly.  I'm now rebuilding and making it deeper.  I plan on making it 3ft deep with ledges for plants.  By the way, AZ is a great place to grow lilies.  Good luck.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 01, 2009, 10:12:55 PM »

Thank you.  It bugged me not having it deep enough and uneven.  I also had a leak that I couldn't find.  Thanks for the support.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 01, 2009, 03:13:27 PM »

Here's what it looked like previously.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 01, 2009, 03:12:04 PM »

Bigger and better.  My fish were not getting their proper depth of water.  I am on a mission. 

I broke my pick.  I'll rent a jack-hammer tomorrow morning to finish the rest.

Here's day 1.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Rebuilding my pond

« on: January 01, 2009, 12:39:19 PM »

Today is day one of construction.  I originally used cement, but eventually covered it with a liner.  I’m in the process of breaking through the cement with a pick.  What a pain in the rear.  The fish are in a tub.  I’m using an aerator in the meantime.  I took a lunch break, but I need to get back.  I don’t want to keep the fish in that tub for long.  I’ll post some pics later today.  Wish me luck. 

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Photo Album / Re: My pond.......hopefully

« on: December 31, 2008, 09:45:24 PM »

I agree.  Looks good.  There will many water plants offered in the spring. 

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Chit Chat / Re: Merry Christmas

« on: December 25, 2008, 07:18:11 PM »

Merry Christmas to all of you and your loved ones.

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Pond Chat / Re: Filter Pad Question

« on: December 23, 2008, 05:00:02 PM »

How many did you use for your filter, Jerry and Reedman?  I'm assuming 55 gal filter.

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Pond Chat / Re: Filter Pad Question

« on: December 21, 2008, 10:05:26 PM »

Thanks everyone.  I know there are more people that use floor scrubs, but maybe they're hibernating.

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Pond Chat / Filter Pad Question

« on: December 19, 2008, 07:21:36 PM »

I'm in the process of constructing a filter out of a 55 gal barrel.  I know you are not to use media which contains fiber glass.  Someone gave me a buffer pad, but I can't find any information on it.  It's a 3M 5100.  Anyone know anything about using buffer pads as a filter media?  What's your experience with it?

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Pond Chat / Re: Ponding the good, the bad and the crazy

« on: December 07, 2008, 07:18:23 PM »

The things we do for our little ones.   

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Pond Chat / Re: I need pond liner

« on: December 04, 2008, 05:13:16 PM »

Great info, Frogman.  I'll get on it. 

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Pond Chat / Re: I need pond liner

« on: December 03, 2008, 07:30:38 PM »

0.36 per square foot?  That's a deal.  Thanks for the advice, everyone.  Hey Rick.  PM me on your cost    including shipping to 85396

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Pond Chat / I need pond liner

« on: December 02, 2008, 07:31:35 PM »

I want to expand my pond, but liner is pricey around here.  I checked a few roofing supply stores, craigslist, Home Depot, etc, but they seem to be around the same price.  Any advice?  Please don't tell me to stop being cheap.    I'm just thrifty 

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Chit Chat / Re: Schools and guns

« on: December 02, 2008, 07:28:03 PM »

It's a touchy subject.  I once heard a student mention bringing a gun.  He was angry over a girl.  I immediately sent him to the office and wrote him up.  He was suspended for a few days.  There are those quiet individuals, but there are ways to get them to talk.  There needs to be communication between students, parents, and teachers.  Students must feel comfortable talking to an adult about their problems.  There will always be bullies, but they can be contained if the school staff is involved. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Koi on Pet of the Day Saturday

« on: November 29, 2008, 07:15:45 PM »

Imagine having to feed that beast.   

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Pond Chat / Re: A doomed lotus tuber :(

« on: November 28, 2008, 09:19:51 AM »

Bummer.  There will be more.  No worries.

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Pond Chat / Re: Harvesting a pond

« on: November 26, 2008, 06:52:55 PM »

Those are some fancy fish.  I'll see if the wifey wants put that on my xmas list.

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Pond Chat / Re: Can you believe it? I fed Osmocoat to the fish!

« on: November 26, 2008, 06:51:29 PM »

That is too funny, Jerry.  Someday you'll laugh about this, I hope.

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Pond Chat / Re: Reply to more mikes pics,above pond frozen over.... new thread.

« on: November 26, 2008, 06:49:38 PM »

I can hear my lilies shaking in their pots.  I'm glad you enjoy them, mike.  I just gave away a couple of babies.  I still have an adult that needs to go.  We'll see.

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Chit Chat / Re: Veterans Day

« on: November 11, 2008, 06:36:59 PM »

I love it when people show their support.  It means so much.  Veterans and current troops welcome that. 

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: My first attempt at a water feature/planter bed

« on: November 07, 2008, 07:25:48 PM »

I like that spillway.  Good idea.

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Pond Chat / Re: Help with Lotus Problem.... can they be given away now???? anybody want to try??

« on: November 03, 2008, 06:55:22 PM »

Can I give it another try, Tink?  I have an indoor pond thingy going on.  Hopefully I'll be successful this time around. 

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: Chicken Poop?

« on: November 02, 2008, 06:56:45 PM »

I used goat poop last year.  It worked well.  My students had to work it into the soil.  Their shoes were full of poop by the end of that project.   

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: Chicken Poop?

« on: October 30, 2008, 06:44:53 PM »

What does 4H stand for?

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: Chicken Poop?

« on: October 30, 2008, 10:58:02 AM »

I'm wondering how to score some of that.

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Pond Chat / Re: Indoor Pond Question

« on: October 30, 2008, 10:55:24 AM »

Thanks, Karen