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Sitting Dockside

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Welcome to Sitting Dockside with Pond and Lake Management Experts. This podcast shares first hand knowledge from Pond and Lake Management experts. Its purpose is to educate pond and lake owners and lake management professionals. I'm your host, Matt Rayl, a pond and lake professional with over 20 years experience in the industry.If you have a pond or lake this is great place to listen and learn dock side from pond and lake management experts.

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Episode 90-Spring Moss or Algae What Do I Do?

February 26, 2024 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Spring is springing. We’re starting to get our first warm days of the year and all of a sudden you  look out and see your pond looking terrible.  Where did this algae come from?  What type of algae is it?  Why did it grow so fast? Is it algae or scum?   These are questions that we hear every year.  if you have not had problems with your lake yet, you will  so sit back with a cup coffee and let  Matt Rayl and Troy Goldsby  help you out. Come  sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you...

Episode 89-Lake Colorant Pond Dye Should You Use It? If So When?

February 11, 2024 23:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Do you have questions about pond colorant?  Are pond dyes  good for your Pond or Lake? Should you use Pond or Lake dye ?   This podcast we do a full breakdown of when it is good  and when it is bad. The should’s in the should nots. Bring all your questions.  Matt Rayl, and Troy Goldsby spend the next 30 minutes Giving you some colored  Come  sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do.  If so, please hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to te...

Episode 88- We are back and ready to talk Lake Management with cold water

February 04, 2024 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Welcome back listeners, we had a pause  to do our day job. Thank you for continuing to listen!  With popular request, we are back for another great season. Our lineup for 2024 will probably the best one yet. But with further ado, Troy and Matt talk about the past year and all the blessings that we received, but we can’t get together without talking shop. We talk about cold weather and what it does to our lakes. Winters can be hard for the north and for the south in totally different ways.  ...

We are back and ready to talk Lake Management with cold water

February 04, 2024 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Welcome back listeners, we had a pause  to do our day job. Thank you for continuing to listen!  With popular request, we are back for another great season. Our lineup for 2024 will probably the best one yet. But with further ado, Troy and Matt talk about the past year and all the blessings that we received, but we can’t get together without talking shop. We talk about cold weather and what it does to our lakes. Winters can be hard for the north and for the south in totally different ways.  ...

Episode 87: Troy and Matt Answer Your Questions

April 24, 2023 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

On today's podcast, Troy and Matt answer questions from you.  We take questions that have received the most traction from our Facebook page and  Troy and Matt  answer questions like... You ever wonder what trophy  fish eat to get so big?  Well we talk about some common denominators when it comes to fish diets.  Should I keep my lunker fish  and mount it? I think the answer will  surprise you. Should I harvest predators?   Apex predators need to be managed, but should I harvest them?  Com...

Episode 86- Q and A with Special Guest Micah Jefferson

April 02, 2023 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Today's special guest is a lake owner,  our community Facebook moderator, and wildlife farmer Micah Jefferson.  We sit down  and talk about what he has learned about his pond construction, pond stocking, and some of his mistakes along the way. We also have a little fun and turn the table  around and let  Micah lead us in a little Q and A.   This podcast is  great for a new pond owner to an experienced lake manager.  Come  sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as m...

Episode 85-Water Quality and Why Is It Important?

March 19, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Our special guest, Fisheries biologist,  David Beasley,  from the nation's biggest lake company SOLitude  talks to us about water quality and how it is the basis of fisheries. He  talks about..  Water Quality  What things does he look for with water quality What weather conditions cause bad water quality  What phosphorus does? Why is high phosphorus detrimental? What to check for when testing water quality  Phosphorus cycle High phosphorus binding  Why is surface and bottom based ae...

Episode 84- Special Guest, Kevin VanDam, Teaches Us How To Fish Our Pond or Lake

March 06, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Do you want to learn more about fishing your pond or lake?  If so, this is a must listen. Kevin VanDam is one of the most decorated fisherman in the planet.  Some would say, he is  the Tom Brady of fishing.   He talks about... What baits are good in what conditions? What gear is best for fishing private water? How to get kids loving the  water and fishing .  If you are a beginner fisherperson or an expert you get something out of this podcast. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We ...

Episode 83-Flathead Catfish, Should I Stock Them?

February 20, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Catfish have been stocked all over the country , but there is one type of catfish that you may may not want, that is the Flathead Catfish.  We bring in aquatic biologist, Wes Goldsmith, who has a ton of experience with Flathead Catfish. He tells us the do and don’ts. He also tells us the damage these fish can do and some ways the have learned to correct a lake after these fish been stocked stay tuned .. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do....

Episode 82- Standing On The Shoulder Of Legends Part 2 With Terry McNabb

February 06, 2023 03:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Terry McNabb sits down with us to discuss his rich knowledge of lake management and how it has changes in the last half century . He talks to us about  How things used to be How technologies have changed in lake management  His best and worst day on the job  and a whole lot more   stay tuned ..  Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do.  If so, please hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? ...

Episode 81-Standing On The Shoulders of Giants, Johnny Foster Edition

January 30, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Have great guests today, Johnny Foster and Mitchell Morton. Johnny brings his 41 years of experience to us live at the SLMP Summit.  He talks  about his best and worst days on the job.  What he loves about his life long work.  We hit on new technologies and changes in the lake and pond industry during his 4 decades.  He answers rapid fire lake management questions and more. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 ...

Episode 81-Standing On The Shoulder of Legends, Part 1 With Johnny Foster

January 30, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Have great guests today, Johnny Foster and Mitchell Morton. Johnny brings his 41 years of experience to us live at the SLMP Summit.  He talks  about his best and worst days on the job.  What he loves about his life long work.  We hit on new technologies and changes in the lake and pond industry during his 4 decades.  He answers rapid fire lake management questions and more. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do.  If so, please hit the 5 st...

Episode 80-Bucket stocking Pros and Cons

January 23, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Everyone has heard of a day out fishing alnd brining  home fish to put into your pond or lake to save money or stock something you don't have or think one needs.  On Sitting Dockside, we dive into the reasons you should or why you should not.  Could it cause disease? Does it really help? What are the risks? We answer these questions and more. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do.  If so, please hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or wa...

Episode 79- Oh Christmas Tree Where Do I Put Thee? And We Have Lime On Our Mind.

January 15, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Ho Ho Ho now Christmas is over, should I put my old Christmas tree in my lake or pond? In today's episode we talk about... Does  my old Christmas tree help the fish? Where do I place my old Christmas Tree in my pond? Springtime is coming and so we are answering your questions about  liming a pond.   What does liming do for my lake? Should I lime my pond? How does one know if they need to lime a lake? How do i put lime out in my lake? and more... Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside....

Episode 78: Droughts and Floods

January 08, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

What happens when mother nature brings the heat?! In this podcast, Troy and Matt talk about lakes during Feast and Famine  times. Drought  Preparation Shoreline plants HAB- Harmful Algae Bloom  Benefits of droughts  Take away during a Flood event Preparation during Design  Nutrient loading Capturing sediment  Water shed  and more Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. We hope you love this podcast as much as we do.  If so, please hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to...

Episode 77- Kicking Off The New Year with Questions from our Community

January 03, 2023 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

We kick off the new year and a new season by answering questions from our listeners. In this podcast we talk about... fish habitat  green sunfish  emergency aeration  small pond fish surveys  weed identification windmill aeration  and more Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com...

Episode 76-Bluegill and "Piranha Gill" Challenge

July 18, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

In this Piranha Gill Challenge episode, Matt and Troy and talking all about Bluegill while Troy is doing the podcast in Matt Rayl's Bluegill pond wearing a feed bag!  They talk about.. The benefits of Bluegill Why we stock them Why we like them When to stock Bluegill in your Pond or Lake Listen till the very end for some behind the scene bloopers.  Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have quest...

Episode 76- Community Questions Answered By Troy and Matt

July 04, 2022 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this episode, Matt and Troy answer your questions from our community Facebook Group. They talk about.. Fish Stocking Shoreline plants Relative Weight and much more Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aquati...

Episode 75- Community Questions Answered By Troy and Matt

July 04, 2022 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this episode, Matt and Troy answer your questions from our community Facebook Group. They talk about.. Fish Stocking Shoreline plants Relative Weight and much more Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aquati...

Episode 74- I Have Weeds In My Lake What Should I Do?

June 19, 2022 23:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Have you ever asked yourself what should I do about the weeds in my lake?  Have you wondered do I... Rake or physically remove them? Use Biological Control? Use Aquatic Herbicide? Which one do I use? If so, you won't to miss this week's episode! These are all decisions a pond or lake owner will have to process. Our Guest, Bridget Harrison from Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy in Northern Indiana  shows us how she used science to help her find the best solution for her lake. Today she...

Episode 75- I Have Weeds In My Lake What Should I Do?

June 19, 2022 23:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Have you ever asked yourself what should I do about the weeds in my lake?  Have you wondered do I... Rake or physically remove them? Use Biological Control? Use Aquatic Herbicide? Which one do I use? If so, you won't to miss this week's episode! These are all decisions a pond or lake owner will have to process. Our Guest, Bridget Harrison from Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy in Northern Indiana  shows us how she used science to help her find the best solution for her lake. Today she...

Episode 73- Special Guest Steven Bardin is talking Cormorants, Crappie, and more!

May 03, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

Today we sit down with the elite fisheres biologist, Steven Bardin. Steven returns to the show to talk about: Are cormorants eating all my fish? Should I stick crappie?  And what  he is doing with major league fishing. The great opportunity for young biologist and Pond enthusiast, And a whole lot more cool stuff about Pond and Lake management. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or ...

Episode 72- Spring Is Here, And We Are Talking Spring Spawning

April 04, 2022 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Spring is here, and there is big work happening in your pond or lake.  Have you ever wondered why Largemouths spawn before bluegill? Why do bluegill need to nest next to their friends while yellow perch don’t even make a nest? In this episode,  Troy Goldsby and Matt Rayl sit down and talk about your lake or pond's  harmony of order that is happening this spring. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. H...

Episode 71- Part 2: On the Road at The Society of Lake Management Professionals 2022 Summit

March 14, 2022 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Part 2 of Sitting Dockside is at the 2022 Society of Lake Management Professionals yearly summit in Savannah, Georgia.  Aeration and Aeration Products  Today we had an awesome opportunity to sit down with the top manufacturers and the national salespeople from the leading products sold in the lake in the Pond industry.   Sitting  Docksise podcast Takes this opportunity to ask vendors...  What new products they have out this year? How are their products different than other companies? -W...

Episode 70-Part 1: On the Road at Society of Lake Management Professionals 2022 Summit

March 14, 2022 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

Part of 1 of Sitting Dockside is at the Society of Lake Management Professionals yearly summit and Savannah, Georgia. Fish Feeders And  Aquatic Feeds Today we had an awesome opportunity to sit down with the top manufacturers and the national salespeople from the leading products sold in the lake in the Pond industry.   Sitting  Docksise podcast Takes this opportunity to ask vendors...  What new products they have out this year? How are their products different than other companies? We l...

Episode 69- Spring Time Pond and Lake Managment

March 08, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Has spring has sprung at your pond or lake?  Matt Rayl and Troy Goldsby talk all things spring.  They discuss... Spring Fish Stocking Spring algae and aquatic plants Winter Fish Kill signs All of these topics plus a  ton more, come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  ...

Episode 69- Spring Time Pond and Lake Managment

March 08, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Has spring has sprung at your pond or lake?  Matt Rayl and Troy Goldsby talk all things spring.  They discuss... Spring Fish Stocking Spring algae and aquatic plants Winter Fish Kill signs All of these topics plus a  ton more, come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  ...

Episode 68- Hybrid Stripe Bass with Legend Mike Freeze

February 28, 2022 02:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Today we talk about the biggest producer of Hybrid Stripe Bass in the world, Mike Freeze. Mike is a legend in his own time.   Today we asked Mike... What is a Hybrid Stipe Bass? Do I stock Hybrids Stripe Bass in my lake or pond? What does Hybrid Stripe Bass eat? How many do I stock in my Pond or Lake? All of these questions plus a  ton more, come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If so will you hit the 5 stars button. Have questions or w...

Episode 67-You Otter Listen If You Have Otter Problems In Your Pond or Lake

February 22, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

We are so excited to have  an expert in wildlife,  Brian MacGowan.  He is a Wildlife Extension Specialist with the department of Forestry and Natural Resources at  Purdue University. We talk about everything Otter.  He explains their life cycle, range, and diets of otters.    Do they eat all my fish?   What do I do if I get them?  How do I know if I have them?   All these questions and much more! Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. I hope you love this podcast as much ae we did.  If ...

Episode 66-Structure and Fish Habitat For Lakes and Ponds

February 04, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MB

We bring back our number one listened to  podcast guest on habitat.  He is one of the nations leading habitat researchers,  Dr. Brian Graeb. He tells us about... The new advancements in  habitat. What he has learned in the world of habitat and structure.  What is habitat. What  adding habitat does to a lake and pond. How to add structure and habitat to your pond or lake. How much structure do you add. What types of structure  you need to add  to your pond or lake. Come sit with us o...

Episode 65- Harvesting Fish The Smart Way

January 25, 2022 20:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Wade Bales from Quality Lake Management talks to us about harvesting our fish.  We dial into which fish  and how many to take out.  Wade's experience has led him to show us what to expect if we follow his strict guidelines.  He has gone as far as to develop a fish harvesting app called Smartfish app to take all the guess work out of harvesting to reach your lake goals. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook C...

Episode 64-You Asked and We Answered... Loyal Listener Questions

January 11, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

Have you ever wanted to ask us questions? We have heard this from our listeners so this time, we did things in reverse. Our loyal listener, Marc McWilliams, takes control of this episode and asks the questions and Troy and Matt give their answers.  Marc asks... Some details and clarifications from previous podcasts Questions that we need to dive into a little bit more He even had some questions that we get to ridicule Troy about !! Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. Have questions o...

Sitting Dockside Podcast Episode 63 -How To Pick The Biologist For You

December 19, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Get the right person/manager to help you achieve your goals is very important.  Sometimes bad advice is worse than no advice at all. How do you pick the right manager for your lake or pond? How do you know that your manager is targeting your goals?  We help you answer these questions and more. Come sit with us on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in y...

Sitting Dockside Episode 62- Fathead Minnows and New Season News

December 12, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

We are back!  Welcome to our new season of Sitting Dockside We talk about: * What is coming  on this years season! -What we did during the break? - The very  controversial fish, the Fathead Minnow Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside.Check out their website Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aquatic vegetation and more?  Check out our ...

Sitting Dockside Episode 62- Fathead Minnows and New Season News

December 12, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

We are back!  Welcome to our new season of Sitting Dockside We talk about: * What is coming  on this years season! -What we did during the break? - The very  controversial fish, the Fathead Minnow Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside.Check out their website Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aquatic vegetation and more?  Check out our ...

PWNRA Partners With Pond University To Talk Pond and Lake Management Education

July 18, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Troy and Matt sit down with our friends from Pond University. It is great to have our nonprofit work alongside other nonprofits and agencies to further the education for you the pond or  lake owner.  On this epidsode, we talk with  Dr. Mitchell Zischke and Megan Gunn  who are with a great group from Purdue University. They do it all in one educational podcast called Pond University in a podcast network called Natural Resource University that covers topic such as hunting, deer, managing wildl...

PWNRA Partners With Pond University To Talk Pond and Lake Management Education

July 18, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Troy and Matt sit down with our friends from Pond University. It is great to have our nonprofit work alongside other nonprofits and agencies to further the education for you the pond or  lake owner.  On this epidsode, we talk with  Dr. Mitchell Zischke and Megan Gunn  who are with a great group from Purdue University. They do it all in one educational podcast called Pond University in a podcast network called Natural Resource University that covers topic such as hunting, deer, managing wildl...

What Is The Oily Stuff On My Pond and New Management On Crappie Stocking

July 05, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

After a rain or cold front you wake up and your pond has oil on it, why? Is it harmful? What do I do about it? Everybody loves crappie but everyone says you should not stock them unless you have a big lake.  After some research and and many years of experience, newer stocking strategies have been created and these may surprise you .  Come listen and learn! Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  ...

Episode 59: Why Are Fish Dying In My Pond?

June 28, 2021 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

If you wake up and you have a few dead fish on your lake, should you be concerned? Is there something you need to do? Is there something you could  have done? In this podcast, Matt Rayl and Troy Goldsby  break down these questions. Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aquatic vegetation and more?  Ch...

Episode 58:Six Fundamentals To Know When Building Or Renovating Your Lake Or Pond

June 21, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

In this episode, Troy and Matt talk about the six fundamentals you need to know when you build or renovate your lake or pond. They answer these questions and more... Ever want to build a beach?  Where do you start when building a lake or pond ?  Do the fish need habitat?   Do I have enough water ?  Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help wi...

Episode 57: Watermeal and Duckweed

June 13, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

We are taking the hot topics in our community group! You asked and Matt Rayl &Troy Goldsby are talking  about  the floating stubborn plants called Watermeal and Duckweed. In this podcast we talk about the: The cause of water meal and duckweed Identification Treatment And how to keep it from coming back Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want hel...

Episode 56: Binding Nutrients In Your Pond And Lake

June 07, 2021 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Phosphorus in freshwater. If you can control them you can eliminate most problems in your lake or pond. Nutrients control how weeds and algae grow in your pond or lake.  We talk about where do you get these nutrients and how you can control and even bind them.  Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNRA/  Want help with in your area with your pond or lake Aqu...

Episode 055-Harvesting Predator Fish: Why Do You Harvest Bass?

May 30, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode, we dive into the harvesting question a little more.  What do you need to harvest?  When to start harvesting after stocking  How much to harvest in the first year? How much to harvest the second year? How much to harvest every year after? How to harvest  by relative weight. How To Harvesting by gender. Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups...

Episode 54: Why Is My Pond Losing Water?

May 24, 2021 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Ever wonder if you have a leaky lake? Is your pond losing water? Do you want to know how to fix a leaky pond?  We bring in a pond sealant expert,  TJ Hudson to answer these questions and more... Is your pond leaking ? How do you tell? If it is, how do I fix it? How do I find the leak? And new technologies to solve your leaky pond issues. Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside. Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  https://www.f...

Episode 53- Pond and Lake Aeration And Why You Need It

May 16, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

Why do you need an aeration system in my pond or lake? Matt and Troy dive into Matt's favorite topic, aeration. Today we answer all your questions on aeration... Why do we aerate ? Aeration, is it good for a pond ?  What types of aeration do I need? Are there benefits of aeration? Is my aeration big enough?  Are Bubbles  for my ponds the right type? Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside and geek out on the cool topic of aeration . Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on ...

Episode 52: What You Should Consider Before Building Your Waterfall

May 09, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Ever wonder how to make a waterfall?  Well we bring in the expert of all experts on waterfalls, award winning Tim Wood .   He breaks down the... Waterfall  Fundamentals What to think about before you start planning your waterfall Do waterfalls aerate your pond? And  a whole lot more ..  So don’t got chasing waterfalls til you sit back and listen..  Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside! Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  ht...

Episode 53: What You Should Consider Before Building Your Waterfall

May 09, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Ever wonder how to make a waterfall?  Well we bring in the expert of all experts on waterfalls, award winning Tim Wood .   He breaks down the... Waterfall  Fundamentals What to think about before you start planning your waterfall Do waterfalls aerate your pond? And  a whole lot more ..  So don’t got chasing waterfalls til you sit back and listen..  Come Sit with us,  on Sitting Dockside! Have questions or want to tell us your thoughts on this subject? Join our Facebook Community:  ht...

Episode 51 Fertilizing Lakes and Ponds

May 02, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode, we talk about the age old philosophy of fertilizing lakes and ponds. We talk about should you fertilize,  why and where to fertilize your lake or pond , how fertilizer is used and the benefits and drawbacks of  fertilizing lakes and ponds.    We dive into these questions and more... Should you fertilize your pond or lake? Why do we fertilize? What is the history and fundamentals behind fertilzing a pond or lake?  How do you add fertilizer to my pond or lake? How do I ...

Episode 51 Fertilizing Lakes and Ponds

May 02, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode, we talk about the age old philosophy of fertilizing lakes and ponds. We talk about should you fertilize,  why and where to fertilize your lake or pond , how fertilizer is used and the benefits and drawbacks of  fertilizing lakes and ponds.    We dive into these questions and more... Should you fertilize your pond or lake? Why do we fertilize? What is the history and fundamentals behind fertilzing a pond or lake?  How do you add fertilizer to my pond or lake? How do I ...

Episode 50- Invasive Aquatic Plants And How We started To Combat Invasive Species

April 26, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

The Special  BIG 50th Edition Ever wonder how invasive aquatic plants became a problem?  We get to talk to the legend Terry Goldsby and learn how he  started  to combat invasive aquatic plant species.  We get to hear the great story of the beginning of lake management, about Troy’s first wreck on a airboat, and so much more great info on invasive aquatic plants, plus we get the treat of hear a song the that Terry wrote and Troy recorded. You don't want to miss all the information about inva...