Knowledgebase
Welcome to the BTL Knowledgebase. Ever since we started lining ponds, creating covers, and helping people with their projects, we've gotten asked a lot of questions. Many of these questions are repeatedly asked, so we put together the BTL knowledgebase to help answer any questions you had about a particular subject. We are adding new questions every month, so continue to check back often!
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Can you put tap water into a pond?
Whether you’re filling a new pond for the first time, conducting a periodic water change or simply topping it off during a hot, dry summer, the easiest source of water is often your own tap.
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How do you keep pond water clear without filter?
While it’s theoretically possible to keep an ornamental pond clear without using an actual filter, it’s unclear why that would be advantageous.
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Why does my pond smell fishy?
There are several conditions in an ornamental or a farm pond that can cause obnoxious odors.
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What does pond muck look like?
Pond much is the dark brown or black sludge that collects at the bottom of your pond.
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How do you make pond water safe for fish?
Whether you've got a brand new pond or one that's harming fish, there are useful steps to take.
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How long before tap water is safe for pond fish?
Letting tap water sit for 24 hours or so before adding to your fish tank was the custom from years ago, while you simply waited for any chlorine to evaporate.
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Do black crappie reproduce in a pond?
Black crappie easily reproduce in ponds, sometimes even to the detriment of other species.
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Can I put goldfish in my outdoor pond?
In general, goldfish can survive quite happily in outdoor ponds across the US, but there are a number of practical and legal considerations you should examine before you dump “Bubbles” and all her friends in the backyard.
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What are the best fish to stock in a pond?
There are almost always some great options for fish that will thrive in your pond. But first, it’s necessary to define your goals.
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How do I get rid of bullheads in my pond?
Challenge a group of 12 anglers to describe the best way to eradicate bullheads from your pond and you’ll get at least 14 answers
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How many bass should I put in my pond?
Assuming you’ve got a newly established pond with no current residents, you can generally stock a pond with 100 bass per acre
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Will bass spawn in a pond?
This is a great question and the short answer is: yes, LARGEMOUTH bass definitely spawn in ponds.
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How long does it take for a pond to establish?
Overall, from adding water to beginning to populate your pond, you should count on allowing about 3 or 4 days before adding fish.
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How do I know if my pond has big bass?
For a definitive answer and clues to your situation, you’ll need to do some detective work.
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How do I know if my pond is ready for fish?
No dedicated pond owner wants to stress or injure their fish, and making sure their environment is safe and welcoming is an important first step.
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How old is a 15 inch crappie?
White crappie generally grow faster than black crappie, but the specific environment has an overriding effect on fish growth, even between neighboring ponds.
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How old is a 17 inch crappie?
White crappie generally grow faster than black crappie, but the specific environment has an overriding effect on fish growth, even between neighboring ponds.
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How do you catch big crappie in a pond?
It’s hard to find ten anglers who agree on much of anything about fishing, but if you keep some basic strategies in mind, you can adjust to your pond’s conditions and start pulling out the big ones.
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How many bass can you have in a 1 acre pond?
In a balanced bass pond stocked with prey fish such as bluegill and fathead minnows as well as some channel cats if you like, a one acre pond can generally support 50-100 bass.
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What size bass should I remove from my pond?
If you’re a fan of the unique taste of largemouth bass, there’s good news for you -- smaller bass that are ready to eat are often also the ideal size to harvest.
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What is the best depth for a pond?
The answer to this question is so dependent on where you are and what your pond is for that it’s difficult to give even a general one-size-fits-all answer.
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How deep should a 1/2 acre pond be?
The main consideration when planning the depth of your fishing pond is what species of fish you plan on stocking
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Can crappie ruin a pond?
Multiple state extension services recommend against stocking crappie in your ponds altogether, partly because they eat the same food needed by both bass and bream, leaving those fish thin and slow-growing.
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