How can I learn more about Koi and ponds?
The best place to learn about koi and ponds are by those who have healthy koi and a working pond. You can also find koi clubs in your area or search the internet. There are a lot of people out there with different ideas of how a pond should be built. The water garden industry in general is just out to make a buck. That is why it can be very confusing in the beginning. We are here to help hobbyist have a successful pond with healthy koi. If you are asking the right questions then you will find out whom you can trust. Does the person you are talking with have a working pond? Do their koi seem healthy which really means are the koi active in the pond and respond to feeding? Does this person just want to sell me something? Are they willing to help me understand what they are referring to…? But also be respectful of a business owners time. You can get books from your library which is a free service. Here are some trusted sites to help you out. www.koiusa.com Koi USA magazine www.makc.com
