A Solution To The Chateau Moat Problem? - Chateau Life 🏰 EP 367

Have I found a solution to the problem of the Chateau Moat?
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[@user-yu7ye8ro8x]

Phil time to call in all those favours get everyone to roll up their sleaves and help YOU out for once I think its about time. Good luck 💪🤞

[@claireangier3322]

Yeah, get a working party together for a week ... Billy and the gang, I know they are busy with their own projects, but just for a week and push through some of your high priority jobs. ❤

[@munchkinheaven7877]

I think you should offer room and board to students and others in exchange for work. A KZbinr who moved to Ireland did it and got a cabin built and land cleared and put in order for self sufficiency. He has since moved to Finland and starting again, channel is called Mossy Bottom. Helpers pay their own travel costs but you supply room and food, of course get references from tutors but it’s free labour without bothering fellow chateau owners to leave their own projects. In fact the bloke at Mossy Bottom has now got a partener and a child, she was a mature student! He is so obliging I am sure he would give advice about any insurance needed and pitfalls etc.

[@mika72.-Bois]

May be get some beavers to build some dams??? 🤔🫣

[@paulette6087]

Enjoy your channel, and the vast your knowledge. If I have missed a favor could you do me one favor take a hand held clipper and clip one small branch from fallen tree. Thankyou and crack on.

[@susanbiggs5923]

I would say it’s time to call it a day

[@chrstphr12]

I'm really glad to see you making a plan for the moat. I'm glad you're feeling better.

[@elizabethbesco4758]

Sir have a moat cleaning party with all your friends. Many hands make easy work. Blessings.

[@lindabaker2905]

That is a good idea.😊

[@Tizmelou]

Small experienced tip (from a house painting party) don’t provide the bbq and alcohol until AFTER the many handed friends have completed their cleaning tasks 😉👍🏼

[@teamum7729]

Glad you’re on the mend! Thoughtful planning. Gonna need pro help on this one. Cheers!

[@vcr210]

That green "waste" is great for Gardeners. A green asset!!!

[@marytaylor9185]

It is so good that you're using the waste to fill in that area that is sunken. Put down a tarp next to you when you're "fishing" the stuff out, then drag it to your destination. So much easier than having to pick up all the little piles. My suggestion......we did that on our farm with the pond weeds. Mind you, the pond was much smaller than yours!

[@americanwoman9880]

That's what I was thinking! Maybe he could turn it into a cash crop!

[@colleenlongardner2692]

Great compost.

[@verdedoodleduck]

So glad you are careful with the trees, creatures and fish. Always makes me happy to hear how you handle the grounds.

[@haydnwheeler583]

Phil while working on the canal restoration in the UK we used a floating slugger. It’s basically a 2 metre square platform with a sludge pump and a ridged suction pipe which can be set at any depth. The out pipe was flexible and in about 6 metre sections. Don’t know if you can get one in France, but you could build one, with your skills.

[@kathyrogers1703]

Your ideas for working on the moat section by section sound very interesting! They will make great videos. 😊

[@lynettesloaneauthor]

Look after you first. The Chateau grounds are looking lovely. Thank you for sharing it all with us

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Good thinking. I think. 😀 Nothing wrong with removing a few trees each year for firewood. The lake walls must be rebuilt or the property will deteriorate. You have a good mind!

[@debbiekalynuk4217]

always take care of yourself first! Small steps make big accomplishments.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I admire your optimism for a task too big and too expensive to do yourself. We love your channel but certainly have concerns for a man who’s driving himself to poor health and exhaustion.

[@lyndacran1219]

Take your time, and care of yourself.

[@luanncolistro879]

Wow !!! What a task !! Here in the states we have like a paddle boat thing that picks up the “seaweed” stuff and put it on the boat you may look that up on line

[@vcr210]

Yes! And Phil you can engineer and construct it and add it as another business asset!!

[@melissavanrickley7762]

Such a great idea!

[@MrSandmanBerlin]

These exist in Europe as well. I grew up by a lake and they would remove all the algae from the public beaches. Additionally, I highly recommend adding air to the moat, as you would with any aquarium. The enormous amount of organic matter getting into the moat depletes it of oxygen as it decomposes, which can prove fatal for the fish.

[@deborahwilliams6065]

I think that's a great theory Phill.

[@pegpond]

Hey Phil you mentioned sand bags but you might consider water bladders here in Louisiana they use them to contain flooding. I don't know how much they cost but if you had two of them you could isolate parts of your most and they are reusable. On another topic did you get rid of the nutria they are very destructive,

[@jillfraser2749]

I was trying to think of how Phil could section the moat off and I think you have a great idea 🧡

[@philippratt3664]

such pure love you get from your dog is wonderful to see😀

[@davidbrosch480]

Finally!, a potential solution to the problem. Giddy with anticipation to see this happen!

[@toniasalways]

Just to say, here in Iowa, USA, we were in severe drought for 3 years. NOW we are flooded. There are ponds in my pasture and adjoining fields and nowhere for it to go. Take that into consideration when draining the moat.

[@timeforturtles]

Praying for IA❤ Y’all have really had your share

[@kathyhembyhewett6109]

Great idea Phil. It should work.

[@marshawargo7238]

It's funny that I, who am not a creative thinker was, when he was filming all the trouble with those critters, thinking too bad that they aren't beaver! They could dam up a part of the moat! Then get it cleaned & rebuild the walls & get it cleaned up of invasive trees and pretty! Then release the water and encourage the beaver to build a wall in the next section! Rinse & repeat! Or as Billy to come out to play & bring his toys! He could even bring his friends he had helping when they all cleaned up the courtyard after he first bought the convent!

[@kasisatya5448]

That crude you have flu/cold is going around. It takes about two weeks to get over. Sinus congestion, fatigue and may get into your lungs. Take care and rest.

[@valeriemcclain9001]

WOW. Sounds like a huge project. Too bad there isnt a small craft that you could use to dredge areas of the moat. At least a paddle boat that would cut and collect the stuff growing in the water...

[@DB.scale.models]

You need a drag line, You would not even need to drain anything.😊 Just my idea. They even make suction dredges. That too would work.

[@connietorres8629]

Phil I know you will figure this out and I know it will take time. Take care of yourself.

[@joellenmeek658]

Digging up the silt would be fun to watch. Hope you can get some help. Any news to report on the large Nutria critters?

[@ehpeachylove]

Phil your health is the most important over the château because if you’re unwell, nothing can be done. You’ve got a gorgeous garden and home. In time, you will get the moat where you want it to look like and be more healthy. Sending love your way. Take care of you and Lightning. ❤❤❤

[@Sh4d0w_0f_D4rk]

your plan sounds amazing, but in the same time really hard but for sure you need to cud down all the trees, as you said, part by part, so you can plant new trees further form the water

[@Hernik_der_Herzhaft]

Super smart idea to address that part of the moat, Well done Phil

[@kimbevan5614]

Sorry to hear that you have been poorly. My goodness what a task sorting the moat out will be. I wish my health would allow me to come and help,being in 🇬🇧 isn’t much use either. I really hope you get a massive amount of volunteers to help your project Phil,you deserve it because you do so much to help others. K🇬🇧❤️

[@angelaprovencher7150]

Get well soon.. I'm delighted that you have started cleaning out all that algae.

[@Nancy-qp4dn]

Look into using a vacuum truck for clearing the silt

[@joannemacintyre251]

Interesting plan, all the best.👍🏻👍🏻

[@jonimarchese7655]

Hey Phil, you opened up a can of worms asking us to keep you to a deadline. My take is do what works for you when it does. Have a good day/night/morning. Love from N.Y.

[@CynthiaBerry713]

Are there any local universities, trade schools or businesses that you could contact about getting students/workers in for hands on training and/or work credits? Engineers, landscapers etc? Def worth looking into! Would be a win-win for everyone!

[@janetpendlebury6808]

I think he has said before that he does not want a heap of people coming into the place and doing stuff.

[@CynthiaBerry713]

@janetpendlebury6808 I think he knows deep down that he has got to get help. He doesn't have the time or the $, or the physical ability to do what needs to be done by himself. He needs help, and needs to put his pride aside and allow ppl to help him. He simply can't do it alone.

[@CynthiaBerry713]

@janetpendlebury6808 and, students don't need overnight accommodations, just access to restrooms and possibly lunch.

[@dianecoutu9270]

You have some fabulous ideas there. One thing that would be good would be to waterproof the castles mote walls, with some type of breathable membrane that way your interior would not be as damp. If need be creating an extra wall on top of the membrane that would not be seen out of the water. Aerating the bottom of the chateau surely would make a difference. Keep up the good work Phil, stay safe and healthy. Take care and God bless.

[@cecoya]

Sounds like you have been thinking about this one for a while and you about got it worked out. Great plan of action Phil, have a great day

[@Robin-xr2tz]

Phil even when you don’t feel well you are getting things done. Nothing like a big deadline to keep you busy. I’m not surprised by your ideas for the moat. Keep on Phil!!

[@tambracarswell9896]

That’s an enormous task but I think taking it part by part will really make a huge improvement.😊

[@DEEDEE-cn1ud]

Something I heard once on a gardening program is that putting a bail of Barley, into a pond helps control algae growth in the pond. An organic solution. At the end of the summer the bail of Barley is pulled out and a fresh bail of Barley is put in for the following spring, before the strings holding the bail of barley decays too much and adds to silt problem. It might be worth the a try. Environomentally good for water quality and fishies, and very cost effective if it works. Sorry, it won't work for the weeds in the mote but in theory might at least work for the algae. Also, that heavy weed growth may be caused by excessive use of fertilizer on lawn areas close to mote or perhaps around that feeder lake's shores from farmers. Not sure without being there to monitor local activities. At least the carp should help to control mosquito populations around the mote.

[@stevevihtelic4831]

I have seen people with ponds and such use floating garden beds in them to eat up nutrients to help prevent other vegetation growth.

[@carlaaijtink2586]

There is no need to excuse yourself for not putting on vlogs for a few days, it's your life and your time. Love they idea you have for fixing the moat without disturbing nature to much and to get around other issues. Time not vlogging wel spend. Hugs for the fury friend❤

[@pamelawright1369]

My friend puts barley nets in his pond to help keep the algae down wondered if it would help😮 huge job, everything takes time, take care, thank you for sharing 😊

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

So glad you took the time to rest while you were unwell, it can make such a difference to your total recovery time. Interesting projects coming up.

[@GreatScot48]

HI Phil, hope you feel better soon! Watching you pull the weeds from the moat made me wonder if a weighted net thrown over the weeds would engulf enough to be pulled out of the moat by a small tractor/large lawnmower.

[@pamt7740]

I thought about that but then wondered if it would trap the fish?

[@Mej_Javiky]

Sounds like a good plan.

[@lauriehinderks9154]

Airation sounds excellent.

[@michelinecomeau3257]

Have you heard of Aqua-Barriers? They are used in flood prevention and could be a good substitute for sand bags…. mind you, the sand in the sand bags can be used to raise no man’s land… don’t know the costs or practicality of this system but, it may be something to research… love the way you approach issues and find practical solutions! 🇨🇦❤

[@jackierice4254]

I see that you are taking a day of your deadline schedule to help out Billy again. Perhaps some reciprocation is called for?

[@richardcolpitts7319]

Phil- I look forward to your videos. The most is a challenge. I am sure you will find a way to deal with it. If is Eurasian Milfoil you shouldn’t chop it up as even the smallest piece of the plant will spread and grow many more plants. In the US we are struggling with this plant in our lakes. If left unattended it will fill the lake and remove the oxygen. Good luck! Hope it isn’t milfoil.

[@lieuwina]

Sorry you have been feeling unwell Phil, hope you feel better soon.

[@AlpacaMade]

Nature is a modest Lady, she will cover anything we rip out. The trick is, not to uncover too much as you have pointed out. 😉👍

[@MickiConn-eo5or]

Fantastic plan for the moat.

[@user-hh6fp1gi1x]

Always take care of your health first. I live in a area where the harbor comes in and meets the land and at the end of the harbor where it meets the land it would sit and grow algae . There is also a small bridge going over it. The town invested in a filtration system that is under the bridge. When the tide is low the this filtration system cleans it as the tide comes back in. Now I know you don’t have tidal activity. But in summer it tends to develop algae rapidly in between tides. That is when they can actually empty one side and pump all the water back out to the harbor leaving one side ( the side that meets the land ) dry and mud low whilst the sun is out. There are many fish, eels etc in these waters they aren’t harmed as the empty and fill it as the openings that filter the water are wide enough to let them through. I have absolutely no idea how it works but I will ask someone who does or even knows the name of this filtration system and let you know. It may or may not be what you need but it can’t hurt to ask.

[@estavoyernathalie9433]

Oui, tu as besoin de bras pour t’aider pour se colossale travail. Tu as le courage et la volonté. La nature a horreur du vide, c’est une bonne solution de couper les arbres en périphérie ou de les rabattre de deux tiers. ❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@danielulz1640]

Sounds like you have a good plan for the moat. Take care, get some rest and feel better soon.

[@JulieMcMurtryMcClure]

Genius solution to the moat problem. I’ll bet there could be a farmer with the skills and equipment. My family farmed almonds and rice 10:06 in Northern California and moving water and contouring the land is a huge part of irrigation and land reclamation

[@WingedHeron]

Hi you should look at how the VENETIANS drain sections of the canals to work for cleaning and preserving their structured canals. Just an idea.. May work for the moat or may not, but worth the research for extra ideas

[@aliceskewthorpe8991]

I wonder... If you are able to drain the lake in sections... would you reinstate the stone embankments as you go? Also would it be do-able to deal with the infestation you have there as well...? Maybe remove the trees before they collapse the lake embankments... May be get a arborist...??? Perhaps set up a go fund me in order to get it all done before to much more degradation to the lake...? The light reflected from the lake on the ceiling walls is priceless... Take care... Blessings ❤

[@fineweaver]

Glad you're feeling better Phil!

[@tanianigelwade8935]

We are praying 🙏 you feel better soon. Your brain works well. I would have been there for the fun in the muck. Ask friends to help. Leaning on one another is how things get done. XOXO 😘

[@nannieg7622]

Glad you were sensible enough to take a few days off for yourself Phil. Take care now

[@julieb2210]

Sounds great. Never know what you'll find in the moat. Exciting. Take care

[@scoobysnacks]

Once you get all of the algae out of the moat there is an aquatic dye that you can get that doesn't allow sunlight below the surface of the water, so the algae can't grow.

[@columroche435]

Sounds like a good plan on the moat Phil.

[@bobbyc6006]

SOUNDS Like a plan ❤

[@mandyedgar4663]

Loved the old photo so different moat look's beautiful

[@colleen6007]

I grew up on a farm. The way they kept the ponds clear was the spring on one side and the drain on the other. Hope this helps you.

[@ElectroT0y]

Good luck, Phil. I hope this also helps with your water rodent problem as well.

[@Chaedron1]

Yeah, I bet it would work. That is sort of what they do when they build dams and technically you aren't draining anything you are just moving the water about. Perhaps Billy can loan you his digger? I don't think they are using it at the moment. Whatever you decide to do will make a great video.

[@ellengymboss8062]

Glad you are feeling better. You were missed. Sounds like a well thought out plan for the moat. For clearing all the seaweed-people here (Michigan) use old metal bedsprings to clear the weeds from lakes and ponds. Attach a chain, get it in water and pull it out. It takes all the seaweed with it. Might be faster than one rack full at a time.

[@lindabaker2905]

I like your well thought out plan Phil.

[@sillashaw]

Glad you’re feeling better!

[@katherinehoffman9865]

It's great to hear possible solutions for the rock wall and other issues regarding the area. Hopefully, this will allow an opportunity to reduce the verment populations. I'm looking forward to your summer plane's.

[@lyndablack3438]

You sound exactly like my hubby and i. We are just recovering from having covid. Despite having jabs we were both really unwell and feel completely exhausted. Look after yourself. Xx

[@judymills3599]

The work on the moat sounds epic. Billy has a digger ....... it should be just the right size to get in there and dig it out. Rebuilding the wall is going to be quite the adventure but well worth it. I am sure you have friends able to help you.

[@apoco_lips9957]

brilliant idea, so excited for you

[@delanebredvik]

Love your vision! Best wishes for all these plans! You are absolutely amazing.

[@laurensouthgate2458]

Your such a trooper, thanks foe explaining things.

[@markh3271]

If the government requires you to keep the water in case they need it later, you should bill them a monthly fee for storage of the water. It could help defray the extra costs incurred due to the inability to drain the moat.

[@NailahRoberts]

That pond weed needs removing, although it provides oxygen to the water it should only cover a maximum of a third of your moat because during the night it reverses and pumps out co2 which is detrimental to your fish x

[@sallieredman7349]

Brilliant plan!

[@shereewillis7421]

This is amazing can’t wait to see this in action definitely time for you to get everyone you’ve helped to give you a hand now ♥️

[@rasferrastfarian739]

So much work with moats! OMG! Glad you have some great ideas for sorting it out!

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

Sounds like a good solution. Feel well and take care of yourself. xx

[@normamurray4450]

Your plan sounds like it would work Phil! Hopefully some of your friends will come forward to help you. It's your turn!

[@tracyschaub1187]

Hope you are feeling better❤ The grounds look beautiful 😊

[@lisaakinlabi]

I hope all your plans go smoothly and works out well. Seems you have a great plan in place.

[@sssagatt]

Hi Phil. I think you should make your moat overflow regulable. That concrete ring is always been an issue anyway. When it rains, its keeps too much water in which can be a problem for the building walls too. The other benefit can be that you can make the water level low enough that the channel's water would be drained after you block up the upper end. That retaining wall is pretty handy in this case. The moat's water level wouldn't dropp too much but you could do the job and check the other parts of the moat wall due the level is lowered while the aquatic life would be safe. The regulating mechanism can also be integrated into the concrete ring. You only need to take a little off the height of the ring. It would be best to restore the old lock, but this can also work.

[@lindahill9215]

Feel better my friend.😊

[@mavep2855]

You have to respect your health, happy you are taking care of yourself. There are some interesting comments and suggestions from viewers that might be helpful. Good luck going forward with most cleanup. 🙏❤️

[@user-jq1uh3nl8o]

Fantastic work Philiip

[@bonniefrench9884]

Good plan !

[@DjDoncella]

It will be amazing to follow the restoration ❤

[@carladejonge4951]

Sounds like a good plan!

[@mariagillinson8527]

PHIL your always helping everyone. A few people in waders will make a swift job of this without diggers or disrupting natural balance. I agree with you can’t just chop up everything and shock nature but you can trim back things over the moat.

[@betha5893]

All that hard work is showing wonderful results! Kudos to you 😊

[@catalinawilkinson1113]

Hope you feel better

[@kellylynn6328]

Phil I'm glad you're feeling better.. I love the fact that you're into and excited about things to fix up your chateau..

[@alcloud4265]

Your roses look amazing!

[@Darren_Nicola]

Looks fab anyway you look at it beautiful place

[@shirleyleichliter4487]

Feel better ❤