Most people, unless they live in the deep south or southwest, enjoy the beauty of their pond throughout the spring and summer months. As back-to-school and football seasons approaches, so does cold weather.
During the fall season, it is important to prepare your pond and fish for the winter ahead. During the summer, even with the use of skimmer filters, it is possible for a fair amount of debris to accumulate on the bottom of the pond. It is important to try to remove as much of this material as possible before winter to avoid the development of organic waste products that can rob the water of its oxygen.
Paul Kamm