Large All Natural Pond, start to end of first stage

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Sorry no music until 0.22 because I muted it when YT immediately demonetised after epidemic sound claimed (wrongly) we had infringed copyright - we have 100% right to that music, all paid for, I was cross about it, now it's gone!

[@timbaker577]

Surprised we don't here what you want the pond for as you are doing lots of work would thing you must have a good reason, other than demonstrate how effective your son is with the 5 tonner. For us viewers it is of course interesting.

[@dodopson3211]

guess somebody is not gonna get their music paid for again ;) nothing worse than crossing a paying customer

[@ThePhotographicEye]

Did you not reach out to Epidemic and get them to remove the claim? Same thing happened to me once and Epidemic quickly resolved the problem. Though ofc if you went into YT studio and edited the sound out, you should be able to now restore the original sound

[@TransdermalCelebrate]

Looking forward to seeing it established, once it takes hold, It’ll be lovely mate 👍

[@pisees738]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5ykpnacfJ2Ge7c Would love your thoughts on this method Charles. The Weedy Gardener is a channel that I hope you will in joy as much as I do. Thanks for all of your helpful advice, I am a newbie allotment guardian and need all the help I can get x

[@WattedoeninberlijnNl030]

I love the irony that Charles Dowding’s son knows EVERYTHING about digging 😅👍🏻 Looking forward to see how the pond will turn out!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

😅

[@christiansmith6766]

Can't wait to see the wildlife

[@saschathinius7082]

Thought it funny too, but I would call it more landscaping/building... if you look into permaculture... there is also the concept of watermanagement like swales.... Human tend to adjust their environment... important is to do it with the nature concepts in mind... and no dig gardening is the epiphany of working with nature imho

[@p.pf.8758]

Haha. I just thought the same. Maybe it was his teenage rebellion. :-D

[@ximono]

I like how Jack has taken over Charles' "no dig" channel and turned it into "go dig" :)

[@ayhancuhac5990]

It is always a pleasure to see the excitement in Mr. Dowding's eyes but in this video particularly, you can see his eyes shines differently when he is obviously proud of Jack. Father and son relationship aside, the pond is really big. Can't wait to see it with plants!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Ah thanks

[@jimcharles270]

Charles, you should watch this video from a fellow permaculture designer named Canadian Permaculture Legacy. The video is called "What is a wetland filter". It's on all the critical aspects of pond design. It covers stuff like a wetland filter, an underground reservoir, waterfalls, aeration, phototropic layer, etc. A hole in the ground pond will soon become an algae pit. If anyone is going to build a pond, this guy's pond is OFF THE CHARTS, and he's an engineer, so he knows his stuff. He has a bunch of pond videos, his pond is the nicest thing I've ever seen.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks Jim, sounds not so good for this one, shall see!

[@jimcharles270]

@@CharlesDowding1nodig Maybe not all of the things like an underground reservoir to simulate underground filtration of base rocks, but some stuff definitely will be. Designing in a wetland filter on the area that brings the water in, that's a good example. Also having the water come in from the low edge of the pond, so that it's speed is minimized, minimizing silt carryover. If you don't do that for example, you may fill your pond with silt over time and have to re-dig it. The wetland filter will also filter out any herbicides/pesticides/salts that are coming in from other land around you through your trench. Then waterfall or some kind of windmill aerator to get oxygen in - to keep algae down. Honestly, his videos are amazing.

[@tedbastwock3810]

Oh I can just see it now -- it won't be long before Charles has the edges of that ditch lined with the most beautiful and productive plants, I'm sure it'll look like a King's garden

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Fingers crossed Ted, or brambles!!

[@cassgruberman6425]

Love how no plastic was used!!! Thanks so much Charles 👍

[@robertling9872]

Beautiful to see father and son working together.

[@hilaryporter7841]

Can't wait to see the wild flowers.

[@deborahandrews9728]

It’s looking great. I’m looking forward to to seeing what you do with the new pond and I love your excitement. I think it’s going to be amazing. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@alanduke3]

Very excited to see the growth and changes of this pond project going forward; the wildlife visitors especially. Congratulations!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks and us too Alan, but we have a problem with the clay which is not holding water and at the moment it's almost empty! We are looking at ways to sort it out but there's no permanent source of water so it's tricky!

[@alanduke3]

@@CharlesDowding1nodig Here in Southern California, we have vernal pools; seasonal ponds that support niche populations of plants and animals. With wildflowers they can be quite artistic. If you don’t already know about them, maybe worth a search? Thanks again!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

@@alanduke3 Great point Alan and thanks

[@donnacochran3335]

I LOVE the pride in your voice when you talk about Jack and all he has done. You can tell you guys have a great relationship. It's also nice to hear you so excited about planting the flowers and how you are going to be learning something new too. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and journey with us. I've learned so much from you.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thank you so much Donna.He's a good lad. Sowing soon!

[@lavondacarter7228]

You are all about no dig, and Jack is a digger, love this !

[@alastairsampson5003]

It's been a long time since I heard such joy in someone's voice as you do here with Charles.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

😅 thanks, not planned!!

[@joannef7156]

Charles, your son is amazing with his digger to make you a nice pond, as it will drain some of the land when you get more rain or snow in winter!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks 👍

[@Green.Country.Agroforestry]

Even though it isn't the best of clays, mineral-wise, it will still do a fair job at holding water between rain falls .. Where I am, I'm going to have to use a liner (all sand for subsoil), but once again, better than not having a reservoir of surface water at all. The wildlife is going to love it! 🦆🦋

[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

What size pond you digging? Perhaps finding some clay to build a liner....is there a source of bulk dry clay there?

[@Green.Country.Agroforestry]

@@ArkansasWoodcutter There's plenty of clay, not too far off .. but not a lot of space to work in - we have room for a few very small ponds, maybe 8-10 feet across. If I can get them deep enough to not completely freeze to the bottom, I'll be happy

[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

@@Green.Country.Agroforestry underground cistern?

[@Green.Country.Agroforestry]

@@ArkansasWoodcutter Trying to attract some more wildlife for natural pest control .. the bees and birds can reach the bird bath, but I want more frogs, too!

[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

@@Green.Country.Agroforestry I’ve had them in vertical poles collecting water. Did I send you the clumping bamboo? Has a beautiful 1”-1.5” cane, stays in a 4-6’ circle.

[@antoninomuscarella9052]

Grazie per i sottotitoli in italiano viva jack e il suo scavatore ed è bellissimo capire che hai tante idee per abbellire lo stagno …… sei un grande e meravigliosamente tutto perfetto . Ti voglio bene al prossimo video 😘

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

😀

[@Time2ski27]

Cannot wait to see your pond with all the vegetation and all the wonderful birds you will attract. Well done to the operators to separate the top soil and clay.

[@thenodiggardener]

Totally fascinating. Loving watching each stage, and seeing it evolve. Well done, Jack!

[@teresaoftheandes6279]

I didn't realize there was so much science behind the digging of a kind but it makes so much sense.

[@Artzenflowers]

How exciting to see your pond take shape! I just cannot wait to see it in a few months and years!

[@chrisgait5533]

Hi Charles, an idea for you: place a row of flatish stones as a bee drinking station. Place them going up the bank so there is a dry patch for the bees as the water level changes. All the best. C

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Cool idea thanks

[@newtonframes]

Very decent! People tend to think no plastic is impossible.

[@WaddedBliss]

Good digger drivers are worth their weight in gold. They make it look effortless when in reality it's a really skilled job.

[@theladysgardenandhome]

Congratulations! I loved the excitement in your voice tells the whole story! Great to see you and your son working together too. You should be very proud!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thank you so much

[@jameskniskern2261]

So much for "No Dig"! Seriously though, nice pond. Looking forward to seeing it all "planted in".

[@barbaraburkhardt3047]

What a nice tribute "since I am no dig, Jack went all artsy and meandering with the ditch dig"

[@volvosafe4662]

Charles, I want to thank you 🙏 for your KZbin videos I have watched since 2015. ( Your kind instructions gave me the confidence to “ give it a go” 😀 ) I bought your book Garden Diary and I really appreciate you showing everyone how to get the best out of the garden. Thank you!✌️😎 Robert -in Stone Mountain 🏔 Georgia.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

You are very welcome Robert and thanks for commenting. Nearly 7 years, amazing, have a great 2022.

[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

Great to have even seasonal water. This episode gives a lot of insight to the pure souls you work with. Amazing place you enjoy! The pond looks fantastic, I’ll be back for the flowers if not before...

[@Green.Country.Agroforestry]

Poor souls, or poor soils? 😉 I opened the seeds you sent, Wednesday .. We're working out where some of them will be planted, thanks!

[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

@@Green.Country.Agroforestry hey no shout out brother, just thought I would share some variety, and I enjoy what you do!

[@clarehatcher760]

That's so great!! Can't wait to watch further progress.

[@meeganneville1205]

Great job. Can't wait to see it planted

[@peterlord5534]

Hi Charles it's Great to see this Pound taking shape and the Great Work Jack and You have Done. I can't wait to see what types of Birds and Wildlife you will get coming to Your New Pound. Thanks for Showing this You Tube Clip

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks Peter 👍

[@lindalinda1569]

Exciting to see this! Looking forward to any updates!

[@tassiegirl1991]

Charles I can see and hear the excitement and pride you feel for your new pond development and especially working with your son Jack. What a wonderful time even if your a no dig believer, sometimes one has to dig to achieve something. It will be great to see it once full and planted up around the top. I hope it’s a success without pitfalls. We had a property in Qld very hilly with flatish paddock every so often , a new large dam (pond) had been dug on first field down from the house before we purchased, which sadly didn’t hold water, I think inadequate clay, we didn’t have spare cash at the time to investigate and in 7 year drought situation so left it, lots of inlet outlets to avoid overflow. Luckily we had another which held for our small herd of cattle in a lower field. When we sold the new owners lined the new one with black plastic, but when we drove by a few years later it still only had small amount of water in the base. Not a pretty site black plastic so looking back I’m glad we didn’t have cash flow to do it.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Most interesting, thanks for sharing 🌈

[@katrin462]

This must be the most anticipated pond on youtube! It looks amazing already :)

[@HolmesHobbies]

Your excitement on day 5 :) Thanks for taking the time to share. I understand how much work a single vid takes to produce, and the documentation of your little farm is fascinating and enjoyable to watch!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

My pleasure!

[@jennyjohnson9012]

Wow what a result, so exciting. I cant wait to see the progress you'll make in Spring and Summer. I'll send you some rain from here Charles, it hasn't stopped this last few days! Cant wait to see the plants going in! Thankyou for sharing all this.

[@philcarlino6942]

God has a sense of humor, you’re all about no dig and your son uses a digger for his job. Too funny. I am so excited to see how this pond develops. Take care.

[@kimsome8334]

Great to see you jazzed about a new project!

[@forthosewhoHUNGER]

What a brilliant video, Charles. The Father of No-Dig with his son, the Master Digger. I LOVE it! 😁❤️🙏🏼

[@panko97]

I cannot wait to see the end result. The wildlife it will attract!! It will truly be your sanctuary. Well done.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

💚

[@lesleywise5201]

An exciting new project!!

[@annashiegl]

I've been waiting for this video. That is some pond, how exciting. I love the father son relationship, it made me smile. You have your bees in the background there, it's going to be such a lovely relaxing place 0nce all the hard work is finished.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Glad you enjoyed it Anna and yes!

[@cassieboo3762]

Your enthusiasm is so joyful to watch.

[@leonakofoed289]

Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing follow up.

[@itsmewende]

So, some digging is a good thing, so long as it's not the garden. Your clay looks like mine, a sticky mess. I look forward to seeing yours come to completion. I have a small pond that I absolutely love, you're really going to enjoy it, I have no doubt.

[@heatherleslie4378]

Looks great! Nicely done Jack very well Kudos to you!! How great Charles to watch Jack be able to accomplish this for you. As parents there is nothing better than to watch your children grow and develop into smart knowledgeable humans. And then put their talents to good use helping out the parents!! Can't wait to see how your pond works for your summer growing season.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Glad you enjoyed it Heather

[@aaronwilson9763]

Its not everyday you get to see the installation of a pond!?! Thanks for sharing this project. It seems that the pond is going to be another dynamic "lab" for you, your family, your business, and your KZbin channel to indulge and explore. Can't wait to see how you pivot on the new adventure! Thanks again for sharing.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

You bet - I hope!

Exciting project!

[@EliMacalikova]

I cant wait for the summer video, when it will be full of flowers and insects.. especially dragonflies! Oh, they will love this place :3 And that will bring more birds and just life overall. And that ditch is gonna be also such a nice treat, going for a summer evening stroll through the garden and just hearing the water flow.. hmm.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

🐞 thanks

[@hazelinthewoods9966]

So exciting! Huge congrats!!

[@linaboutin5569]

Don't disbelieve! We are looking forward to the finished progress 👍

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

💚

[@ЛюдмилаГолубкова-й6к]

Чарльз, получился отличный пруд! Поздравляю! Ваш сын молодец!

[@billduffy3295]

Great job

[@OriginalRaveParty]

It'll be very rewarding to see how the pond becomes naturalised, and develops over the months and years ahead 👍

[@mking3219]

Congratulations Charles! Next,a deeper expansion? Then you could have yummy fish!

[@yeevita]

Excited to see the pond develop and get colonized. I have a plastic-lined pond that was already here when we moved in. It attracts quite a bit of life.

[@stevendowden2579]

its going to look great when its all done

[@anniecochrane3359]

What a super skilled young man your son Jack is!!! I loved seeing the development of your pond from beginning to end and how exciting it will be to see how the plants and water levels co exist. I'm sure it will be a gathering place for local frogs - so lucky the house is far enough away to not be kept awake by their night time chorus.

[@RizeTB1]

So happy for you.

[@dmangela5677]

Hallelujah! You so deserve your own pond and so much wonderfully more. Marvelous son!

[@GoingGreenMom]

Looking forward to the update! Glad you got to work with your son!

[@m4ckm4n59]

Brilliant Charles. What a pleasure it is to you so happy with your pond!! 😁

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

💚

[@talbowen]

Wonderful Collaboration

[@ronjackman2716]

I do hope we’ll see more of the pond before the end of summer. Great to see. Thank you.

[@pamstout]

How exciting. I am looking forward to watching your progress.

[@carollloydjones5735]

Fascinating. Thank you 😊

[@joannejensen4369]

Looking forward to seeing the journey 🤗🇨🇦

[@TuftyMcTavish]

🚜 Oh, I do enjoy a good groundworks episode! The difference in that top soil to the clay… the soil looks magnificent, doesn’t it! Your joy at the whole project, the results and learning something new is quite evident!

[@christinebottaro9017]

In its initial raw finished condition it looks like it’s off to a good start. Aquatic plants may help with water clarity. Also, perhaps a screen covering the inlet pipe’s mouth would prevent filling with debris. Nicely done project. 👍

[@danyoutube7491]

Good idea about a screen.

[@tudorpottudorpot8423]

I have a similar drainpipe in my garden, it’s a French drain to route water runoff from a steep slope when we have heavy rainfall. At the lower end of the pipe a wire screen is laid over then river rock of various sizes is laid on top. This masks the pipe and further slows the rush of water and stops erosion.

[@bristolveggiebeds5310]

Lovely new pond!

[@colette8694]

Good job Jack! 💪🚜

[@Goghahahahahaeej]

Love the family working together! Great video

[@dawndawn6946]

How wonderful! I love new adventures!❤️

[@jcking6785]

This is been a fascinating process to watch, Charles. I look forward to updates as the year goes on. I think your son is just as brilliant at digging as you are at not digging!

[@patjoyce7247]

Very interesting. Nice of you to share Charles.

[@MyPetFishRex]

i cant wait to see an update video!

[@farmerjones5479]

Fantastic! I'm so happy for you Charles! Good job Jack!

[@x1plus1x]

Your excitement is contagious! I'm so happy for you!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thank you so much!!

[@carolrose4784]

Fascinating!

[@barrymorgan7215]

Brilliant job

[@purpleprotagonist7604]

I love wildlife ponds. And this pond looks like a dream. Fill it with native plants and watch the amphibians, grass snakes, water beetles and dragonfly make it their home. I wish I had the land for a pond that size! Awesome stuff👍 I recommend brooklime, water crowfoot, marsh marigold, water mint and yellow flag iris for planting.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks so much

[@anapaulacrawford5837]

Congratulations Charles on your huge ponde. It looks nice.

[@lisabevans8107]

You shouldn't be surprised Charles, he's as amazing at his job as you are at yours! Love this so much! Hagd.

[@heirwithjesus]

Warming to see the joy of a Proud Dad! Excited to see the benefits of the pond - Thanks for sharing.

[@Su-du7pm]

Hello Charles, son is prud of his father and father is proud of his son. He wanted to demonstrate that dig is useful too. Nice job. We will follow your advances. See you

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks 👍

[@vidarajabi9060]

Love it can’t wait to see your next video with plants around the pond 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@amymerrill5758]

Lovely to see you and your son Jack work together. I am excited to see the wildflowers grow around the pond.

[@Kez_abi]

This is such a genuine lovely video 😍 thankyou very much. I've just started my first no dig bed thanks to you. Can't wait to get planting soon! I can't think of a way you could do a submurged pond without digging.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Good luck Keziah and thanks

[@TerryeToombs]

Tilling in Bentonite will seal your pond. That's what we use to seal cattle stock tanks (small ponds) here in Texas. Works great.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thanks for the tip!

[@rik80280]

I grew up with ponds, and they are just the best. My hope for this year is to dig a little mini one on my suburban lot and hillside gardens.

[@TheFarmDream]

Looking great!

[@kriswalter560]

Love your son is a brilliant digger! Congratulations on your new pond. Eager to see how it develops as it settles in.

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

😊

[@mudoh2131]

Fabulous to watch that. Can't wait to see the wildlife arriving! Well done Jack.

[@Constantinului]

Well done, brothers ! You have got yourselves a natural pond without any liners. Thanks for sharing this.

[@VisinskiRadoviBeograd]

What a great blessing to have an opportunity to work together with your family! Keep up the good work and God bless Dowding's!

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

Thank you Pedrag 💚

[@MojeUprawy]

Piękny staw😍👌! Gratulacje! 👏🙋‍♀️

[@CharlesDowding1nodig]

💚

[@sunmoonrise]

I can't wait for the update

[@suedfrucht44]

Beautiful - i am so happy to see your excitement and the fact it is done without any foil but clay 👍

[@joshuavazquez5534]

That was a wholesome video seeing you work with your Son, Awesome video Charles!

[@carolexo7269]

Thank you for sharing your Pond adventure. So interesting.