Fish: [PONDERS_INTERNATIONAL] Re: Tip of the Week

Dr Mann,
I was thinking of using a couple of the poly rainbarrells like those available at Canadian Tire, Home Depot. I was going to use standard rib reinforced pipe used for the rest of the pond piping needs buried in the landscape and at the lowest pond level mount a float valve set at required pond level.
I believe you can buy a unit that is like an open ended tank that could be covered with some form of disguise. Statue, Planter, Stone,etc.
I live less than a 1/4 mile from North coast of Lake Ontario.
My concern on the quality of the water is somewhat eased by this closeness to the lake as a fair portion of our rainfall is driven by the lake itself. I was thiking placing some form of media in the Rainbarrels both to neutralize acid in the rain and to provide weight on windy days when Barrels are empty. I was thinking of using 2" clear limestone which I would wash throughly before using to remove dust and dirt. Would you have any feelings as to this as a suitable
media to remove acid? Something that may do a better job.
Thank You
RayI

--- In PONDERS_INTERNATIONAL@yahoogroups.com, "Dr. Mann" <grm.phd@...> wrote:
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> I have never heard of anyone using that procedure but it might work. I would however, double-check the container and drain pipes for nasty elements and I might wonder what kind of material washes off the roof as well.
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> Like I said, it sounds logical and a good idea, but I would be on the side of safety by making sure that the water adding is safe from chemicals and such.
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> Hopefully other members will be adding their thoughts to this question!
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> --- In PONDERS_INTERNATIONAL@yahoogroups.com, "Raymond I" <rasta_rayi@> wrote:
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> > What are your thoughts on using Rainwater from Rainbarrel collected from the Roof???
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> > --- In PONDERS_INTERNATIONAL@yahoogroups.com, "Dr. Mann" <grm.phd@> wrote:
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> > > The heat of the summer means more pond water lost to evaporation. Keep an eye on this to top off as needed. Remember to always add a dechlorinator when adding water to a pond with fish. Any amount of chlorine can be harmful. Small amounts don't mean imminent death, but can still reduce proper gill function.
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