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Pond College - 2010

A Pond College Presentation

Saturday April 10th & Sunday April 11th 2010

Green Vista is excited to announce our fifth annual "Pond College" the weekend of April 10 & 11, 2010. Join us for two fast-paced days of classes, demonstrations, and slide shows of just about everything you would like to know about your pond, plants & fish! All classes will be taught by the staff at Green Vista. Attend 1 or all-10 classes- it's your choice! This is some of the same training we give our staff each season to keep them refreshed and up to date with the latest ideas and products needed for a successful pond. The classes will be held rain or shine and most will be conducted outside (under a covered tent) so please dress accordingly!

Cost is just $12 per class or $10/ea. for 3 or more classes! Class size will be limited to approximately 40 people per session so please call or send in your registration ASAP!

The registration must be pre-paid by April 8th. We will only allow late registrations if space allows.

We accept cash, check and all major credit cards for payment and the registration can be called in, faxed, mailed or just dropped off at the store. Please do not email credit card information!

We're sure everyone who attends will leave brimming with new information and ideas for installing, improving, or maintaining a successful backyard pond!

Hope to see you there!

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Pond College 2010 Schedule

Saturday April 10: Pond Design Day

An overview of the basic principles to successfully design, construct and stock a backyard Pond.

10:00 AM

Basics Pond Construction
Doing it right the first time: from site selection, design to completed project. Improvements that can be made on any pond.

11:30 AM

Pump & Filter Selection & Overview: The secret of a successful pond.
Pumps, filters, UV lights, & more. Explaining the many options. How & why they work; what we've found that works and why.

Lunch Break - Lunch on your own.

2:00 PM

Care & Selection of Hardy & Aquatic Plants: Lilies and Bog Plants
The back bone of most our water gardens, hardy water plants are easy to grow and reliably over-winter with a minimum of care.

3:00 PM

Goldfish & Koi for the Water Garden
Learn how to safely add fish to your pond; what to feed; when to feed; keeping your finned friends safe and healthy- we'll cover it all!

4:00 PM

Algae Control 101: The Search for Clear Water!
It's easier to control than ever before! Just follow a few simple guidelines and you can have clear water virtually all year long.



Pond College 2010 Schedule

Sunday April 11: Pond Care Day

All the tricks & time-honored practices any new or experienced Pond owner should know.

12:00 Noon

Algae Control: The Search for clear Water!(Encore) A repeat of our most requested topic. It's easier to control than ever before! Just follow a few simple guidelines and you can have clear water virtually all year long.

1:00 PM

Spring Cleaning & Start-up of the Pond
Now is the time to give your pond a spring cleaning. We go over the steps required to get your pond off to a fresh start for 2010.

2:00 PM

Maintaining your Pond Season by Season Spring, Summer, Fall, & Winter: we walk you through each season and give an overview of the care your pond needs and tips for a smooth season.

3:00 PM

Installing Bubbling Rocks, Waterfalls and other "Pond Free" Water Features For a small budget you can create water features with sound and visual appeal without the concerns of an open pool of water. Whether in a small garden nook, along the deck or in the perennial border these versatile features provide enjoyment season after season.

4:00 PM

Propagating, Dividing and Repotting Water Plants: A Demonstration.
We divide & grow thousands of aquatic plants each year. Let us show you how it's done so you can keep your plants growing strong and vigorous!

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