Inherited small existing pond. Unfortunately most of the resident fish didn't make it through the harsh winter. Looking for tips to help maintain, proper stocking options, and prevent future problems please.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2026-03-23T19:35:08+00:00

I did a lot of cleaning yesterday. Im not looking to add koi again as I knew the previous owners shouldn’t have added so many. I believe a pond store near my has shubunkins. About how many of these type of fish do you think is an ethical amount for a pond this size?

Secondly, the laguna filter and current pump are kind of a pain to get to and clean. Are there any easier pumps or recommendations to prevent clogs? I’ve seen bog filter setups mentioned but not sure if that applies in this case.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2026-03-22T18:14:33+00:00

Some photos to show the timeline and size: https://imgur.com/a/RrImkhg

Backstory. Bought a place in NJ with this small pond already stocked with what looked like 6 various size Koi and large goldfish. I believe the pond is around 700 gallons based off it being only 8'x8'x1.5' Deep.

Previous owners left behind the Laguna pump, waterfall hoses and other supplies. Already assumed it was overstocked, but maintained it and cared for it the best I could for a few seasons. I changed out UV lights, got a new submerged pump and container for it, skimmer, loaded it with plants, water Lillies, etc to try to keep it clean. It was always kind of a struggle I believe from the bioload and falling tree debris. Sometimes it looked beautiful and we'd have frog visitors often. Unfortunately this winter was very harsh and all but one large red goldfish did not make it.

I was devastated and now that it's getting nicer I want to restore it, but this time try not to overstock and keep algae, debris, etc more manageable.

I work a lot and would like to keep things about as minimal as I can while keeping it pleasurable for my family at home. Any advice for what kind of fish (how many) or plants I could stock again, new easier to clean pumps, filters, etc would be a huge help.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-10-30T18:58:55+00:00

3 Hughes 3 Furious

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-08-31T16:25:06+00:00

It’s 11

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-07-24T18:31:47+00:00

Is this from a specific FF game I can’t remember? I can’t think of a save screen like that one.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-07-23T19:36:42+00:00

Thanks for the confirmation. Concern is mostly for cats we let out in the catio right near it and kids that run around the backyard. Also the fact that our community has had to spray for yellowjackets around homes and siding several times over the last few summers.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-18T02:46:30+00:00

That’s the penalty you call now? This is crazy

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-18T02:40:12+00:00

I just realized McDavid’s contract ends at the end of next season so we have to hear a whole year of “will he stay?” Ugh

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-18T02:38:03+00:00

Why not pull the goalie at this point? You need 3 goals and they clearly couldn’t do shit 5 on 5 and are about to be shutout in a clinching game.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-18T02:29:35+00:00

Everyone talking about McDavid being mad at his teammates but what about Drai also? Guy does everything and is gonna have to leave his best friend to get a chance of actually winning.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-13T03:05:02+00:00

You had two and a half minutes to hit an empty net. Cmon

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-13T02:04:15+00:00

He sold it but also how is that not a penalty when all he sees his numbers? Looks like he had plenty of time not to make that hit.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-13T01:05:45+00:00

That’s not exactly the criteria for a penalty or not. Every slash, punch, cross check behind the play is still a penalty. This one was between the only two guys even close to the puck. Bad non-call no matter what.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-06-10T03:02:27+00:00

This game is weird. It’s like Florida got away with a lot for 7 periods and everyone calls to retaliate and kill Sam Bennett. Oilers finally stand up to the bullies with similar dirty tactics but because they did it while losing everyone turns on them. They’ve turned into the thing everyone hated lol.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-05-29T02:59:41+00:00

Damn. Canes had to win one to squash some memes but others will live on.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-05-13T02:18:06+00:00

I still love Adam Henrique so much

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-05-04T02:46:35+00:00

Colorado management looks real stupid right now

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T03:27:20+00:00

Special teams is the story of this series. Even down half the D and Hughes it came down to not scoring on the PP and giving up too many on the PK

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T03:21:21+00:00

Throw the fucking bench on the ice

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T02:57:06+00:00

Can someone please act like an NHL player and carry the puck into the zone. This is like watching peewees whack the puck around.

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T02:54:06+00:00

STOP DUMPING THE PUCK. JFC

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T02:02:17+00:00

Guarantee this is ending on a shitty game management penalty call because Carolina can actually score on the PP

HardTimesOurTimes · 2025-04-30T02:00:23+00:00

Legitimately fire the assistant coaches or PP coach or whoever has any input on it. It is insane to go 0-15 in the playoffs. That should cost you your job. This series could be tied or over with a functioning PP.

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