First of all, let’s get this out of the way: I do realize there are other topics like this one, but I have a few specific questions. Of course, other random tips are welcome! :wink: I am very seriously considering making a mini (4 ft x 3 ft) wildlife pond next spring, but ran into a few problems. …

Just keeping the thread alive…

You can always ask moderators to open it for you. Although winter IS the time for research…

Dragonflies and frogs are cool little creatures to have around. Helping keep the thread alive :fire:.

Thank you! Don’t forget the diving beetles and salamanders!

This summer I found a small pond in my backyard made completely by accident. A sled that was left out, filled with rain water and by the end of summer there was mosquito, drone fly, and midge larva in it. There was also quite a few unfortunate arthropods that fell in and drowned. I’m guessing that …

Does the puddle hold water/remain wet even in dry seasons? If so maybe your soil is clayey enough to allow for a perennial pond without liner. This is any pond fanatic’s dream.

This pond was actually in a sled which was left out after winter.

Oh sorry, I missed that part. Still, a sled-pond is a pretty interesting feature.

[image] F.S: maybe your soil is clayey enough to allow for a perennial pond without liner. This is any pond fanatic’s dream. My soil is full of clay. I hope it works out for me.

@oksanaetal I’m a bit late to the party here, but why don’t you have access to concrete? One of the big home improvement stores should have bags of it in stock. I don’t know how you would form it though. Also, you said your water source will be well water and that you consider this more natural tha…

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