Category Archives: Lake Management

Pond And Lake Mosquito Control And Lake Vegetation

Pond And Lake Mosquito Control And Lake Vegetation Some things are inherently interesting. The relationship between insects and vegetation is such a subject. Interactions can be very simple, but they can also be very complex. In this case, it is … Continue reading

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Lake Weeds Aquatic Biodiversity

Lake Weeds Aquatic Biodiversity Whether you are a regular person, an environmentalist, a fisherman, or a homeowner, the subject of lake weeds and aquatic biodiversity is important to you, whether you are aware of it or not! Exotic lake weeds … Continue reading

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Lake Management | Pond Algae Pond Scum

Pond Algae Pond Scum Lake Management | Pond Algae Pond Scum These are the most common forms of algae found in East Texas ponds and lakes, that is where I am writing. There are, of course others, in this area, … Continue reading

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Lake Management Lake Weed Control

Lake Management Lake Weed Control Aquatic weeds can be a huge problem for the property owner. If you use your lake primarily for recreational activities, lake weeds can put an end to your fishing, and other water sports in a … Continue reading

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Lake Management Lake Depth Secchi Disk

Lake Management Lake Depth Secchi Disk A “Secchi Disk” is a tool for measuring the depth to which light penetrates liquid. Since sight, is based on light, then the distance at which you can still see an object in liquid, … Continue reading

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Lake Advice Lake Weed Control

Lake Advice Lake Weed Control The numbers of emails I get about lake weed control tell me that it is a major issue right now. One in particular came from a past client, and the timeliness of the situation struck … Continue reading

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Guidelines for Mechanical Lake Weed Control

Guidelines for Mechanical Lake Weed Control Mechanical lake weed control is the physical removal of lake weeds from the lake or pond. It is not merely weed removal by machine. These are some things you should think about before embarking … Continue reading

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Flocking Reducing Sediment In Lakes

Flocking Reducing Sediment In Lakes Soil sediments in lake and pond water can cause fish to be irritated, which can cause fish to lose weight. Suspended sediments, otherwise known as turbidity, can also cause problems with the food cycle. The … Continue reading

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Barley Straw Pond Algae Treatment

As is true of everything in the world, prevention is the best form of control. With lake weeds and pond scum, that usually means increasing the waters depth, and balancing fertility to provide algae bloom to color the water and … Continue reading

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Aquatic Weed Control Lake Weed Control Questions

Aquatic Weed Control Lake Weed Control Questions Aquatic Weed Control Lake Weed Control Questions This is a list of questions we have received in years of dealing with lake management issues, and the answers deemed to be most appropriate. Aquatic … Continue reading

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