Challenges of a Dry Winter: Canadian Ponds and Water Sources
As winter comes to an end in Canada, the El Niño weather pattern has brought unexpected challenges, particularly to the Canadian Prairies. The lack of snowfall has raised concerns about water...
Showcasing Large Pond and Dugout Use Cases
Many of us have several uses for large ponds on our properties. These ponds are typically ¼ to 2 acres in size and range in depth. Depending on what you want to use the pond for and your pond’s…
Water Aeration Is The Most Effective Way to Improve Water Quality
Dugout ponds, storm retention ponds, fishery lakes, wastewater lagoons, and natural swimming ponds can face challenges like poor water quality, stagnation, and the depletion of oxygen levels, which...
Winterize A Pond: Water Gardens, Koi Ponds, and Dugouts
Introduction As fall sweeps in with its golden leaves and crisp air, pond owners need to start thinking about preparing their ponds for the impending winter. Whether you have a water garden, a Koi...
Water Aeration Systems: Various Methods to Choose From
Water Aeration: What Is It? Water aeration refers to the process of introducing air or oxygen into water. It involves the agitation or mixing of water to enhance the exchange of gases, particularly...
Storm Retention Ponds: Challenges And Solutions to Water Quality Management
Introduction: Components Of A Healthy Pond Ecosystem Although not a living organism, storm retention ponds are regarded as thriving ecosystems supporting diverse aquatic life forms and maintaining...
Algal Blooms and their Harmful Presence within Ecosystems
Algal Blooms And Our Ecosystems Algal blooms are becoming more prevalent within our ecosystems as the temperature rises and the excess amounts of nutrients in our bodies of water increase. Harmful...
Electrofishing: What Is It And Why Is It Used?
What is Electrofishing? Electrofishing is a fishing technique that captures and monitors fish species by running a low electrical current through the water. When the fish come into contact with the...
Why Copper Sulphate / Bluestone Should Be Avoided
What is Copper Sulphate / Bluestone? Copper sulphate, or Bluestone, is a very toxic, odourless, crystalline, blue substance. In a production setting, sulphate of copper is produced by heating copper...
Zooplankton: What Are They? How Do They Affect Water Bodies?
What Are Zooplankton? Zooplankton—sometimes referred to as micro-organisms—are a critical piece of the aquatic ecosystem. They are tiny organisms that float through the ocean or freshwater habitats...