Beach-building on a lake or pond

Article Abstract:

A father describes how he encouraged his small children to play in the family pond by building a sandy beach for them. HIs first attempt with a truck load of sand resulted in a mud puddle. Later refinements produced the beach. Tips are given on buying sand and creating the home beach.

Recreation, Beaches

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The digger pond

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The digger pond is designed to use water from another source, such as a brook. Logs and stones are placed across the brook. This creates a waterfall which, in turn, develops a 'natural' pond.

Fish ponds

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Everything you need to know about building a pond

Article Abstract:

There are two kinds of man-made ponds: dammed and dugout. The land contour determines which will work best. Taking advantage of rainfall is also a factor in the design of a pond.

Pond ecology, Pond fauna, Pond animals

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