Keep things simple sure. But not everyone is as knowledgeable about what to
watch for, or can run on common sense. Some would call you lucky. I would
say, you have good fish raising instinct and good water. ;o)
The rest, if it don't work, fill out a sick fish/pond form, and we'll help
you out. ~ jan
See my ponds and filter design:
http://users.owt.com/jjspond/
~Keep 'em Wet!~
Tri-Cities WA Zone 7a
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