EP89: I Purchased a Home with a Pond, Now What? W/ Laurie Krause

What would you do if you purchased a home and you found out your home came with a pond in the backyard? Well, this is exactly what happened to our guest Laurie Krause. Laurie shares her story of discovering a pond in the backyard of her newly purchased house and all things she has learned about ponds so far.   Eric shares his insight on: Discovering a pond in your newly purchased home's backyard Laurie's experience with the Pond Digger team Gathering all information about maintaining ponds  Making sure people know what they can and cannot expect from ponds, especially those new to them. Koi fish require less food during the winter because their metabolism is slower Assuring that the wildlife in the pond is protected from predators Keeping the pond water clean and understanding that scrubbing algae from ponds is not a good idea How the pond has helped Laurie with her mental health What having nature in your backyard feels like Tips on cleaning and maintenance of the pond  Links to resources: Laurie Krause:  The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/   If you're looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger's Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!   You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/   And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/   If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line "Persuasive Pond Design" at: [email protected]