Building a Natural Pond from a Swimming Pool Ep 1
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Peter Clarke takes us on a tour of 4 swimming pools that have been converted into beautiful environmental sanctuaries. Director, editor Howard Jackson, Wildhoop Productions.
Peter Clarke gives step by step instructions on how to change your unused pool into a beautiful pond. Director, editor Howard Jackson, Wildhoop Productions.
If you have an unwanted or unused swimming pool sitting in your backyard this could be the program for you. Why not join the more than fifty other Pool to Pond converts and go with an eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative that promotes biodiversity?
We have been assisting local residents to convert their unwanted swimming pools into ponds since 2007 by supplying native fish, aquatic plants and technical advice for the conversion.
Benefits
A converted swimming pool is essentially a rainwater tank without a lid
Switching off the pool pump and filter can easily save you up to $1,000 annually on your electricity bills
The conversion is reversible
A pond enhances household sustainability by reducing toxic chemical use while providing a source of water for garden irrigation
Water quality is well within government-mandated recreational standards
Mosquitoes are not a problem
Maintaining a pond is not expensive or time-consuming
You can promote biodiversity in your own backyard.
Frequently asked questions
Are mosquitoes a problem?
No. Approximately 60 mosquito species live in the Sydney area, three to four of which are considered pests. These three to four species prefer temporary water sources and dislike living in depths greater than 30cm. These mosquitoes are typically found in saucers under pot plants.
Will my water smell?
Pond odour has not been raised as an issue with any of the conversions. The surface area of a pool is large enough to ensure that the water is relatively oxygenated.
Is the water safe?
A study facilitated by a researcher at the University of Western Sydney has shown that the water in converted ponds meets Australian recreational water guidelines. The water is "clean" enough to swim in provided that animals such as ducks are not present in large numbers, as that can lead to faecal coliform contamination. However, the water standard of converted pools does not meet drinking water guidelines.
Will a pond damage my pump and filter?
Pumps and filters are manufactured to last for approximately eight years and may need to be replaced if the pond is converted back into a swimming pool. Algae will not cause any problems for your pool equipment.
More information
If you would like to find out more about converting your pool to a pond or indeed sign up for the program, please contact us. We are very happy to help.
Pool to Pond is a part of Ku-ring-gai Council’s WildThings program, which also includes information on and support for native stingless bees in Ku-ring-gai.
Phone: Peter on 9424 0811 or Liz on 9424 0618
Email: wildthings@kmc.nsw.gov.au with your name and address for a hard copy version of the plants and fish brochure
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That's exactly the size of my pool 20x40 and 9 1/2 ft deep at the one end. So thanks for answering that it isn't too big. I'm only at the beginning of this journey but I think it's a great idea!
@fodonable
12 күн бұрын
same! We needed a new liner and instead of turning into a huge swimming pool for two people (that's so much water and chemicals for just us), we're going to turn it into a pond! :) good luck!
You inspired us to do the same with our swimming pool. It's St.Patty's Green, but doesn't smell at all, and looking good so far. I frequently remind myself of what you said, "Just have to keep your nerve." LOL! Thanks, mate! ;)
Could you Please make a video, showing the various stages, or is there a STAGES or steps to follow ?? My pool is small 35 ft by 16 ft 3 to 9 ft deep. Do I need to put in FILTERS , and about gravel bed for fish to Spawn in, how big, how deep ?? I would like to raise Tilapia ? What kind of other fish could go good with them ? And I think Tilapia are moss eaters ? But , where does their poop go? Could u please do one of these videos?? Thank you!!
Thanks to Peter Clarke & Jo Harris (what a lovely lady in the blue cap), we have a new pond and are enjoying it every day. Much more to do, but so far, so good, and only in ~3 months. And the ducks love it, too. ;)
So peaceful.
Fantastic!
Everything about this is awesome, great video, except drinking the water...I ran my pond water thru a microscope, once you see that you'll never think of drinking it again. The things in the water are not bad, in fact they're healthy, things like rotifers and isopods...but don't drink them.
Very nice.
those are beautiful ponds!!!!!
@greenstylenorth
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mojamoja
This is a fantastic video! Does any one know if she is using filtration, aeration or a pump?
How wonderful
@greenstylenorth
5 жыл бұрын
thank you!
The new pond has been a huge success. Many thanks to Peter & Jo for the inspiration. =) garden.org/thread/view/77374/Pool-to-Natural-Pond-Conversion/
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Not all Quick Builds are Rubbish, they slowly add Plants and improve Pond as time goes by just like most who love wildlife or Ponds! Also why don’t you like Koi Fish?
I noticed that there is no fence. I have a plunge pool and want to turn it into a natural pond. We dont have a fence either. What depth does the pond need to be without a fence?
@greenstylenorth
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Lori, this pool actually dose have a fence, its just the yard is so big that you don't see it in the video. As far as I know a pool doesn't have to be very deep to require a fence.
@loriwatson5898
5 жыл бұрын
@@greenstylenorthIt seems I cannot have a pond as our small pool is right on the timber dividing fence of our neighbour. I am gutted that i have no choice but to turn it into a garden instead. I wish parents could be responsible for their own children instead of making everyone in Australia have to install a pool fence. What about all the streams, rivers, surf beaches, national parks, and botanical gardens. Yes Im angry that I cannot have a pond.
Hi What is that plant at 4:18 Thanks.
I have a 30x30x6' pond and lost 22 large koi when hurricane Michael knocked out power for days and I had no aeration for my koi. How can koi survive in this pool with no aeration?
@rachelrook5222
5 жыл бұрын
It must be by greatly understocking I think
@fruitcheese333
4 жыл бұрын
Enough plants will oxygenate and filter the water naturally.
LouiseAustralia 🦘