Here’s Why I Had To Dig A Third Pond

[@blakeroni]

"Hey everybody Adam here from hometown ponds welcome back!"

[@blakeroni]

Btw no shade whatsoever--love the pond content!!

[@isaacw38]

SAME! Pond content is my favorite content!

[@corydriver7634]

😂

[@chuckstruck69]

Welcome back to Hometown Acres, on this episode we are building a mote around the house!

[@Xanderbelle]

*moat

[@corydriver7634]

😂

[@marlene7832]

I love the pond dye and I loveeee your view. Do whatever YOU and your wife want to do, it's YOUR land, your money, and your home!!!

[@jasonandrus1981]

Adam first off before I give my "opinion" about your home and land, its your place so you do what pleased you and your family....... Now for my opinion on your home and land..... I think your place is beautiful and a slice of heaven, continue doing as you have because I personally love seeing the projects and improvements you have made.

[@williamslaybaughjr.2331]

The pond dye looks so much better. Please share your front door view again when the leaves are turning. Beautiful!

[@BenKickert]

This is becoming a fractal pond building channel. Every time you zoom in, you see another pond leading to another pond leading to another pond....

[@bradsuarez2683]

Pondception!

[@joebevf]

And that’s a good thing. The big pond dig is why I subscribed. Stay for all the other great content.

[@arthurr.2075]

Just a suggestion Adam, you might want to place a 1/4” type of wire mesh(screen) over that 8" drain pipe?

[@rickvaughan8993]

@@arthurr.2075 And it will constantly clog up. So, I wouldn`t do that.

[@stangarnett1531]

Dye...

[@mikewatson4644]

I think that if the water in pond 2.0 was allowed to sit still, the silt will settle out and wouldn't look like a muddy brown mess. The clay particles are very fine so it would take some time for it to clear up. A heavy rainfall with water running into the pond might stir it up again and cause the muddy brown all over. At the end of the day, it's your pond. Do what pleases you. Thanks for bringing us along

[@thomashorn5062]

Yes on the dye, yes on the 3 ponds. You do you! Don’t let others try and influence your decisions.

[@Sirius-ly]

100% agree! Too many cooks spoil the broth. Everyone has an opinion. Some people are crazy, and insist their opinions are the only right ones. They're still crazy, and now stalking you for not following their advice...lol. Hearing opinions, to take in different points of view, is one thing. Following the crowd isn't always the best thing for you. 😉 Always weigh the options and do what's best for you.

[@jeffreygilchrist1330]

Definitely pond dye looks great

[@justaseagull8406]

Pond dye looks so much better than a mud puddle.

[@krisbouchard6146]

Luv the color ! The brown mud color is like looking into the toilet after my morning constitutional !!!

[@AdamsMom921]

While standing at the top of your steps today… the view out over the property is lovely. The staggered ponds are perfect. I am amazed how you usually fall into a 💩 and come out like a 🌹

[@jenniferstorm977]

I agree that the pond dye looks so much better than muddy water. Gives that tropical getaway feel which is always nice! Also love the look of your 2nd & 3rd pond. Not everyone will agree with everything you do but always do what makes you & the family happy! 😊

[@peterwarnstrom8872]

It's calling for a palm tree 🌴.

[@haroldphipps3457]

​@@peterwarnstrom8872, and a pink flamingo or two.

[@noyopacific]

I don’t care much for the blue dye but if the only other option is chocolate brown I can appreciate the choice. I’m wondering if using a flocculant (one of my favorite new words) might help to get the mud to settle to the bottom.

[@aubiecatt]

Yes, on the dye. It looks so much better than muddy water. The dye will also help keep sunlight from reaching the bottom of the pond to help control aquatic weeds.I like the three ponds, too. Water features beautify your property.

[@AJAmax-22]

Love the pond dye ! Plus it’s your pond , do what you like !

[@carolinegreenwell9086]

I really really don't like a muddy brown pond. I can't say I'm overly fond of a synthetic blue, but it is much better than the muddy brown.

[@jimjasper9314]

I thought the brown looked terrible so the dye looks great. I would like to see pond 3.0 have water plants put in and better set up for the kids to play in an area that will attract frogs and other pond loving creatures. Keep working it.

[@keith8676]

Make sure that 2nd pond has a surface spillway to the third one Adam, that 8” pipe will not handle the potential water gain from your hillside runoff

[@Sirius-ly]

Agree

[@billobermeyer660]

Pond #1 is worth the effort and the dye looks GREAT!

[@atskooc]

Take a drink every time he says “pond.”

[@daleolson3506]

I’m dead

[@bigbluegpr]

If you watch Outdoors WithThe Morgan's, you could take a shot every time Mike says "You know what I mean?" and you'ld be blasted 10 minutes in!!😂

[@bcasey1322]

The pond dye looks so much better than the chocolate milk mud water. If the water was clear I'd be split 50/50 on what I'd prefer.

[@larrysmith2481]

I like the pond dye it reminds me of the ocean...you have a beautiful place and you have done so much work but it shows. Thanks again for letting us share your dream.

[@jerrypelletier2328]

Your tenacity is very respectable.....

[@danielwillliams9669]

There will always be critics. Thank you for opening your life and giving us transparency. This is what makes your channel real. I like the Pond Dye and the View. When you 1st made the 2nd pond my 1st thought was, "What is he going to do with the brownish color and how long will it take to dissipate"! Then came the Pond Dye, "Cool"! Great video - nice and short - yet full of content!

[@benihana1210]

Adam is trying to turn Pennsylvania into Minnesota with all these lakes

[@craigjay769]

Don’t give up on pond 1, it is really beautiful to sit and look over the water

[@Darrenbrown09]

You did it! Looks good boss!! Now time for a drainage ditch from the third ponds spill way to the roadway ditch! Keep it up!

[@timothymichlik1818]

Get the additive that settles the particles in the water to clear it up. Maybe do a test on the smaller pond see if it works well for you. Then you can add it to the upper pond if it ever holds water long enough to warrant it.

[@dubdan6872]

Personally don't like the pond dye but I can't argue that it looks better than the muddy water it was. Don't know if the muddyness of the water would ever get better (I suspect not). In which case pond dye is better than no pond dye. If there was a way to flatten the dye colour a little it would maybe be better. At the end of the day it's your pond.

[@barbaratheillustrator02484]

That upper pond will fill, keep at it; and it will be breathtaking once filled... love all that is happening at your place. Cheers from Australia.

[@armandgun]

Yes on pond dye, to the point that after seeing your experiences with it I am now considering it on my own future pond(s). Also, I inherited a failed pond project (very small, 1/6 acre) on our property we purchased last spring and will be looking at ways to correct that going forward.

[@AshleyJohns-k3b]

I like the pond dye 🇬🇧and I hope pond number 1 eventually is a success, because I agree with you the view from your house will look lovely when it holds the water. Good luck 🤞

[@billh2735]

Adam, I really like the pond dye. Also, if you really spruced up pond 2.0 and built a small gazebo it would be a nice wedding venue. You have the spaces to park cars and you could put in a small auxiliary road to get to the venue. Just thinking out loud. Anyway, stay safe healthy and cool. Bill H from Cranberry Township

[@haroldphipps3457]

Good idea for an extra revenue stream. No pun intended.

[@joshb-8810]

I agree, the pond dye looks good. That view towards the end is a million dollar view!

[@davidt_canucks]

I’m mixed in pond dye. I don’t care for the shade used, but it is better than the muddy, swampy, bog look. I’m also not one that would ever complain about the choices someone else makes on their property. I’m looking forward to seeing a pump system in place to move water up to the main pond. I’m glad you haven’t abandoned it. I agree that it adds to an already great view.

[@da1shark]

Yes on the dye, reflects the clouds and looks so much better. And I think you said it helps control the algae too.

[@frankward67]

Yes on the pond dye. I think the ponds look awesome, very much enjoy the pond vids.

[@haroldphipps3457]

Yes on pond dye! Keep trying to make the original pond work! The view from the house is amazing. It will be amazinger when you get it full.

[@bejay69]

Here's a novel idea, have the pond colour whatever YOU like, it's YOUR pond. fwiw I like the pond dye. 👍😁

[@davidepperson2376]

Love the pond dye. Chase your own bliss Adam!

[@PegAMurphy]

I like the dye ~ makes it look more refreshing 💕.... I love all the ponds on the property but I love water features 🙂 your property is looking great 💖

[@jimsfarm]

The pond dye looks good plus it helps in keeping down algea and some weeds.

[@DDL2728]

Noooo, don't bulldoze that pond. It's beautiful, & you're figuring it out. Stay on course 🥰 Pond dye - not crazy about it, but the muddy water isn't the best, so it's a do what is best for y'all 👍 It'll freeze, & that's pretty much what you built it for, right - ice skating & other ice fun. Y'all are going to enjoy cozy fires out there. Great job, Adam - as always. God bless y'all. ♥️🙏👍

[@rezamazlan]

Loving the pond dye. Looks great!

[@kblalock7934]

Adam, I think the ponds look great with thd dye in them! That view you have from the fire pit is amazing!!

[@BrianDeWayneHale]

I like the pond dye for the initial pond building while you are moving dirt around and stirring things up. I might even keep using it in the upper pond; but eventually I would probably stop using it in the lower ponds. It just depends on how much each clears up after you are no longer moving dirt around. As for the upper pond, it is worth it to keep after it even past next year. It has the potential to be too amazing. It also ready looks cool and it isn't even near full yet.

[@Sirius-ly]

You're doing a great job! Love the blue water. Love the back-up to the back-up pond (my philosophy in life, btw...lol), and after spending all that time, money and energy on the original pond, I'd say ignore all the quitters out there, and make it work for you. You do you! Always look forward to your channel, no matter what project you have going on. Also, very happy you have a caring, helpful and knowledgeable neighbour in Doug. We should all be so lucky! I can't even find anyone to pay to mow my lawn (or anything else, for that matter) where i live...lol.

[@marshmellomatey]

You are right about the Irwin tool, I have Flat Face Connect Under Pressure Hydraulic Quick Couplers and I still need to use my Irwin clamp to connect them. I'm OLD. Yes to dye.

[@stanlaird88]

Pond dye can serve multiple purposes. It can reduce the photosynthesis process in algae and control plant growth increasing oxygen levels for any fish. Looks aesthetically pleasing too.

[@jeffselchow5719]

Pond Dye? Would I do it, probably not only because I prefer a natural look. Your pond color does have a Caribbean vibe to it, so that's cool.

[@michaelthompson5017]

The pond looks great. You have some beautiful property don't give up on the main pond. The Dye looks great better than mud.

[@davesmith8936]

If... And I say IF the upper pond doesn't stay full by itself I'd vote for filling it in and shaping to the slope of the hill. You will have a view of the lower workshop and the new ponds and one heck of a HUGE, BEAUTIFUL hillside lawn!

[@benjaminwilliams3568]

The first pond was purposely built for a specific reason. Folks, something worth doing is not always going to be once and done, or never require ongoing maintenance. Adam and his family have made successful financial choices that have allowed for big projects and purchase decisions to be made. No matter what WE the viewers may think, the overall decision as to when what, and where to belong to Adam and the family. Do I like the first pond where it is? Yes very much so because it adds great value to the picturesque view from the sitting arena of the house's back backyard. ❤❤❤

[@michaelberryhill9218]

Yes, on the pond dye!! looks great!!

[@ronniehoward6601]

I like the dyed water. It's your pond, so do what you like and don't worry about what anybody else says.

[@deerrudy]

Yes Pond dye. It's your place do want you want. And The View with that large pond is beautiful I hope it ends up working out. Most people would have given up have given up by now

[@d.j.robinson9424]

Love the pond dye.👍👍💚

[@jimyoger1308]

I love the Pond Dye and use AquaShade for our pond here in NE Ohio

[@woodxj]

The pond dye is fine, I don't know if I would use it in my pond. I love what you have done with the place and have enjoyed following along.

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Hello Adam, Nice work, Good idea with all the drought conditions we get , we love the Connection tool, we have had one a few years👍🇺🇸

[@262dave]

Pond dye looks great! Much better than a mud bath. 😂😂😂

[@user-ret-cde-ret]

I think your pond looks great blue rather than a muddy brown color. I like how persistent you have been in working through all of complications in developing these ponds. Stay true to your own plan!

[@AurigaMV]

It's fascinating to see how you turn an idea into reality, creating not just a pond but an entire system. It's clear that every step is carefully thought out.

[@shanebiggers8437]

Pond one is gonna be beautiful view I wouldn’t give up on it either. You could always haul in a lot of clay to line the bottom with. I like the dye for looks but I probably wouldn’t ever be worried enough to spend my own money to do my own lol. With saying that don’t worry about what the other people don’t like it’s your pond you like it so keep doing it!

[@mikecorrado4971]

I like the pond dye! It looks better than muddy water.

[@dendendabumrocks]

To dye or not to dye, that’s the million-dollar question! 😂 And I’m just here waiting for the season finale where you roll in with a gigantic PTO water pump, like a superhero, and start moving water from the lower pond to the upper pond like it's no big deal. 😂

[@shanereynolds5971]

The pond dye is just fine. If I had the area, I’d have multiple ponds too.

[@stephenshields7449]

I have a pond and I live near by you in Western Pennsylvania. I say yes to the pond dye. It helps decrease the light and thus the weeds. After all it is your pond, so what you want, maybe try the black pond dye or the darker blue. I actually like the packets that decompose over just the liquid dye.

[@tjjewell4115]

Adam, I personally love the pond dye, it makes it more appealing to the eyes.

[@benjaminreinhardt259]

I grew up in the southeast. I am accustomed to muddy brown water. I travel to other areas in the world and see beautiful blue water. If I had a pond, I would dye the water too.

[@ThomasMiddlebrooks-p3g]

Hind sight is 20/20 but the second pond was definitely the best site for a pond to hold water. Your first site is beautiful but the second pond was the best location for sure. I like the pond dye.

[@wabwee60]

Give us this day, our daily new pond. Keep going mate, the World deserves a new Ocean!

[@jeffgraham48]

Pond content is great. Dam around the tree looks good. I love the pond dye.

[@oakrunacres2564]

I have several ponds on my property and I've never thought of dying them and I don't think I would but I do like the looks of it. My vote is for yes.

[@MW-bz1qe]

As always, thank u for your honesty .

[@jimhines9553]

I like the pond dye but that said, it’s your pond so you should do what makes you and your family happy!

[@Thewanderinggarden]

Don’t remove, Add MORE! Water features, tributaries, rock falls and streams connecting the ponds to each other… Pond 1 needs a smaller pond to the upper right to feed into it to get that water level up, planting shady trees and shrubs to help with evaporation, Very well done looks great! Keep up the good work and great videos 🎉

[@ericbrinson9741]

I vote thumbs up for the pond dye. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks. It’s your pond and it’s what you look at every day. Ponds are looking great, that tilt bucket is sweet

[@terrypomatto907]

It is your pond, do what you want, that is what's important!!!!

[@jmart3605]

Hello Adam, try turning the escalator motor off to depressurize the hydraulic. That way you don't need your compression clamp. Works on my tractor, hopefully for your machine too☘️👍🏽

[@spence_outdoors_scotland]

Could watch pond videos on KZbin all night 😂keep em coming 😂

[@JohnTerrell-mo8ti]

Yes on the dye!

[@FLXLife]

"Adam Lakes" is a beautiful property. I look forward to the streams, waterfalls, and surf park. As for color...I wish it was a more natural blue.

[@EricRush]

That dye makes it look like the water in a port-a-potty toilet. In time, the mud will settle out of the pond.

[@theodorewilson399]

I enjoy your vidideos, Adam. I appreciate your initiative, motivation and work ethic. YOU are the one w/the vision for your property, what you want, why you want it. So, do what YOU want. If you like dye in the pond, then use pond dye! : ) I WANT A POND, but I don't think my soil will hold water. : (

[@robk1310]

I love the pond dye. Otherwise it looks polluted.

[@timkd5vmv583]

The pond dye helps with control of algae and makes the po d look nice. My only suggestion is to put in a fountain and lights.

[@timimhoff8297]

We love the color of the pond while its developing. Those ponds are like a photograph in the making, what Pa has to offer, and will share down the road. You will be able to take in daily..😄😄😄 bigtim & christine.........

[@MrSNAKEBITE666]

Hi there I think the pond dye looks great it definitely looks better than the muddy water that was in the pond first

[@vonderdornburg]

It's crazy how hard you worked on the main pond and then discovered a kind of natural spring area and were able to create a smaller pond area. It's gorgeous.

[@GhostRider03]

You've got a pond, for your pond, for your other pond. I'm feeling it

[@jerrypelletier2328]

You like it, you keep it!!

[@tomkeltescheverythingoutdo2379]

It doesn't matter what I think about the pond dye, but what I do think is that muskrats are going to love your pond.

[@danielcastiglione5328]

Pond dye is a personal preference and needed in the summer to prevent algae blooms

[@andyshap]

Hi Adam, I think I would wait until I get the land all graded and cleaned up, maybe even grass coming in and then I'd decide to dye or not to dye. Your land is going to look INCREDIBLE with all the grass and three ponds!

[@user-scooter1965]

The pond is definitely more asteticly appealing to the eye.

[@johnelliott6738]

All your ponds look very nice best of luck with retention!

[@charger7022]

I think it looks better with the dye how it is now. Once the grass grows in and the ponds fill up and the mud stops you may not need it or want it. It’s all looking great!

[@billt881]

The pond dye is personal preference. Has benefits for weeds but I think it looks weird. Your house, do whatever you want and enjoy it! I'm watching these videos very closely before I dig my pond in similar terrain and in the same neck of the woods. Keep em coming!

[@mmgkj]

I like it better than muddy water!! Good job!!

[@davidwoods7360]

I say if you like the pond dye use it. Its yours to do with as you like. I'm sure theres things at the homes of the people complaining that you wouldn't like but its theirs to do with as they like. I enjoy the videos so keep up the good work.