I think of all the times that I've been at a loss on what to do out here in the country and how many times that I have turned to Google for help. Tho, at times, the information can be daunting. Take, for example, the solutions for pond scum -- I am now educated on what causes algae in the first place. Sunlight and runoff seem to be the main culprits.
Google references suggest that I just put more shade around the tree. I wonder if that "Charlie Brown" sized willow tree will hurry up and grow to offer some shade. And how many more trees am I going to need to plant? We are already regretting planting a tree so far from the house. We haul water in 5 gallon buckets down to keep it alive. Oh wait, why don't we use pond water!
As for runoff, several articles suggest I divert the runoff to keep it out of the pond. Are you kidding me? I have 14 acres that slope, not so gently, toward the pond. It seems to me that this runoff is what is keeping the darn thing full. Redirecting water is a joke.
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