Pond management for private pond owners offering information on basic pond ecology, site management and water quality.

Ponds are prevalent in the Pennsylvania landscape and provide enjoyment to numerous landowners. While some ponds occur naturally, most are dug or dammed by landowners for various purposes. This pond tour is aimed at helping private pond owners make informed management choices for their ponds.

The tour will take place at an on-site pond. It will cover essential pond plant identification, how to conduct basic pond water quality tests, how land uses and runoff can affect ponds, and basic pond ecology.

Bus leaves: Daily at 9:00 a.m. for this tour, so plan to arrive early.

Note: Participants should be prepared to walk outdoors on uneven terrain around the pond and have comfortable closed-toe walking shoes. No restrooms available.

2025 Event Information

Dates

August 12, Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
August 13, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
August 14, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location

Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center
2710 W. Pine Grove Road
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865

Directions

Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

Farm Show Council

2025 Event Information

Dates

August 12, Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
August 13, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
August 14, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location

Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center
2710 W. Pine Grove Road
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865

Directions

Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

Farm Show Council