Winter always shows up, and this year has been no different in Indiana with the freezing and thawing cycle. It is important to remember that the Midwest freeze thaw cycle can be destructive to your pond. It can be much less destructive when you plan and prepare for it. The freeze thaw cycle will move rocks in your stream, waterfall, and even the pond itself. We strongly encourage proper placement of a heater or high powered aerator. Remember to put

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Each Midwest winter, most waterfalls tend to form beautiful ice sculptures in running ponds. They also however, almost completely freeze over. This tends to raise the anxiety level for most pond owners. When we have snow and frigid temperatures like we’ve been experiencing in the Midwest, you may look outside at your pond and see no more running water. When this happens, what ever you do, DO NOT unplug the pump and shut your system down. Instead, look and listen

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