kj4kicks 151 #1 Posted June 10, 2008 When the trio came to visit a few weeks ago, they noticed the Koi pond in my back yard. While I had the camera out today, I got a few new pics. We built this over the course of 3 years, and in 3 different sections. The second phase included the new deck and bridge. It's soon time for it to grow again, so I wanted to document it as it sits. The largest Koi is 22" and about 6 years old.He was about 4" when we got him. About half of the fish were "free", meaning they born here. It's a very relaxing place to have my morning coffee, when I take the time.... More pics can be seen HERE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,127 #2 Posted June 10, 2008 VERY NICE, Eldon! Now if you could just score some self-cleaning filters! :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,012 #3 Posted June 10, 2008 Its really funny how our lifes intertwine and how many of us like many of the same things. Eldon Nice pond I have a Koi pond also, Yes, and I see you have some biological filtration going thru those water lillies and water plants! Nice, I will find some pics of my pond and post them later! Cheers Duke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,345 #4 Posted June 10, 2008 Eldon, Nice pond and nice pictures. Love the deck and bridge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
perry 82 #5 Posted June 10, 2008 nice pics ! . do you have any trouble with crane's coming in and catching your fish ?. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #6 Posted June 10, 2008 Maybe Kevin will add some pics of his gator pond? Eldon it does look like a nice relaxing setup there. I'll make sure to bring my trunks if I ever visit. :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 151 #7 Posted June 10, 2008 do you have any trouble with crane's coming in and catching your fish ?. So far we've been lucky. There is a tree that covers a large portion of it, so I don't think the fisheaters can see it too well (knock on wood smilie) Stephen, these guys will nibble on anything that is in their water, so I'd be careful swimming there Don't worry TT. Next time I'll clean the filters before I leave, so I can stay a little longer! Thanks guys for the comps ! Can't wait to see pics of your pond Duke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick 13 #8 Posted June 10, 2008 That is a very nice setup. That looks like a lot of work and Im sure you enjoy it. I wonder if my cats would eat or be eaten by the big ones. Either way im sure they would watch hypnotised for hours. :WRS: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #9 Posted June 10, 2008 Very Cool Eldon, thanks for the pics!! :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wse100 0 #10 Posted June 29, 2008 that is beautiful man. I'm jealouos & wish I had that in my backyard. You just need some bamboo- It will grow in PA. We have it all around our dojo :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 10,736 #11 Posted June 29, 2008 Maybe Kevin will add some pics of his gator pond? Stephen, the closest gator pond to me isn't mine. Of course, I have spent many summers fishing there! Eldon, you most defiantely have yourself a nice quiet place to relax at! Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 652 #12 Posted June 29, 2008 Thats Awesome E!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curmudgeon 28 #13 Posted June 30, 2008 Why does it not surprise me that a man who does such good work on a Wheel Horse also exhibit great talent in other areas as well? I'm such a cobbler compared to Eldon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
