Fighting Invasive Species in Manitoba Waters
Not all invasive species carry the same ecological weight. Some alter water chemistry, others displace native fish, and some transform the physical structure of entire wetland systems. Below are four of the most consequential species currently threatening Manitoba water bodies.
Pollen Season & Your Pond: How Spring Blooms Impact Water Clarity
A pond that goes into pollen peak with strong bacterial populations, good oxygen levels, and a clear baseline has an excellent chance of coming through the spring window with water clarity intact. A pond that waits for the problem to be visible before acting will spend the entire summer playing catch-up.
What’s Sitting at the Bottom of Your Pond Right Now?
What's Sitting at the Bottom of Your Pond Right Now? CWP Sludge & Muck Reduction Services for Stormwater Ponds & Farm Dugouts across Manitoba 🌱 Spring is the time to act Every spring...
Pond Treatments That Actually Work And Why Proper Guidance Matters
Every season, we receive messages like this: “The algae keeps coming back. The water turns green. It even starts to smell. We’ve bought the treatments… but are we using them properly?” If that...
In the News: Clean Water Pro Mentioned by Water Today New York (WTNY)
Clean Water Pro and founder Lynne Melvin were mentioned in an article published by Water Today New York on January 6, 2026 (10:50 pm EST). The article reports on the continued expansion of harmful...
Fish Under Ice: What’s Normal, and What to Watch For
Koi and goldfish are ectothermic (cold-blooded). Their body temperature and metabolism follow the water temperature. As your pond cools, they naturally shift into a slowed-down winter state, often...
Pond Snow Cover and Oxygen: What Homeowners Should Know
Winter brings beautiful snowy landscapes, and a set of challenges for homeowners with ponds. One of the most important but often overlooked winter pond care topics is the impact of pond snow...
How to Stay Peaceful and Balanced This Winter: Lessons from George in Manitoba
Most koi don’t struggle to survive winter — they struggle to survive change. Every fall, as the air sharpens and the surface of the pond starts to glaze with ice, pond owners across Canada begin the...
How a Simple Fall Water Test Can Save Your Pond by Spring
As pond owners, we often focus on what we can see — algae, water clarity, shoreline plants, or surface debris. But what’s happening beneath the surface tells the real story of your pond’s health....
Your Ultimate Guide to Snakes in Manitoba’s Ponds & wetlands
Manitoba's ponds and wetlands are bustling with life, and among the most fascinating residents are the snakes that call these aquatic environments home. Far from being just terrestrial creatures,...