Why I Haven’t Talked About It….(The Truth)

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[@sparrowsadventuresnz6486]

First 5:40

[@nancydickens4259]

Ordered😊

[@jcgross6434]

From Arms Family Homestead cause I think he has a pond or two

[@marcpalmer4144]

Hey, please check your bags when you pack for shipping. I received an open pack a few weeks back

[@mr.rubber_duck]

I personally don't have a tone of experience with ponds but i think I personally would go with the clay just because I would be scared a liner would get old and cracked and rot I be it very slowly being under the water meaning the sun couldn't get to it that fast but also the seam would scare me and what happens when somthing gets in and pops it just my opinion

[@jordantrottier3882]

The clay will work. I've dug several ponds. It works, but it's not a pool. It is natural to have some water fluctuation over the seasons. Just make sure you make some beds of gravel for fish to spawn. They won't spawn over clay. The advantage being you will always know where those bass beds are. Also put grass and clover seed and straw mulch on the banks after you put the clay down on the slopes. It will take and stop the slopes of the banks washing away. Also this is extra, but since you are starting over. Think about fish structure. I like to use old Christmas trees, and piles of field stones that got dug up while the pond was being dug. You can pick the trees up for free off the side of the road the week after Christmas. Another trick is to go for a drive after a storm and pick up windfalls and use those for structure. In summery. Clay. It lasts forever too.

[@LAXEAZYE10]

agreed my best friends grandpa has 7 ponds and I helped dig out 3 of them. totally agree @jordantrottier3882 is right. the weather will fluctuate the water and Gravel is needed for the fishes. the liner would be a Hassel IMO. Great video cant wait for what you decide @FLAIR

[@vuhllcan2468]

my pond is clay and my fish spawn granted there some spots it isnt but they bed on the clay areas as well would you know why? its mainly the bluegills.@@LAXEAZYE10

[@drewwallace381]

Flair, I have never tried to build a pond before, but I would say your best bet would be clay and bentonite. I know you have said you want to start the pond by Spring, it is okay to all of us if you do not start because of money or whatever comes up. The main goal is to have a pond in the end, it does not have to come with the convenience to us who watch you. The people who truly enjoy watching you and support you will stick with you until you get it, there is no need to rush into anything if you are not 100%, besides, you always find ways to entertain us no matter what.

[@CactusZachh]

couldn’t have said it better

[@conlinlentz8615]

Hey Flair, when I was in the military, we actually built a pond in the desert. We had clay and bentonite brought in from all over the states. I do i strongly believe clay and bentonite would be the best option. It might cost more up front but I think your pond would last a whole lot longer without any problems. If you went with a liner, you have to think about the seams, the probability of it having a hole, or getting a hole. Think you will want to but a boat on the pond the prop could cut into the liner. You'd then be right back to square one again anyways having to drain the pond and replacing the liner or just putting clay and bentonite down. I say save yourself the time and go with clay. keep up with the great content, I'm excited to see what's to come in 2024!

[@sdpy15]

Take your time with the pond Andrew, even if it takes 2-5 years to do it right, it will be worth it in the long run. Do it once and do it right as the saying goes!

[@garrywilliam2088]

I wouldn’t go with the liner too many things that could go wrong and might stop grass from growing in the water, clay seems like a much better option

[@bradenmazenkovevo2683]

I agree

[@eltomas3634]

Go with bentonite clay but just make damn sure it's done right. Use an articulated compactor and make that clay layer thick and solid. Do it right, do it once, and make damn sure the contractor knows how critical the layer is. Get a consultant and project manager that will make certain the job is done as designed. Go thick and heavy on the clay with no thin spots and compacted solid.

[@davidtaylor8672]

@@4x4_Adventuresyour a 🤡

[@bobobaggins2034]

​@@4x4_Adventures moo moo

[@juarezderrick9647]

So spend a quarter million dollars and then crawfish get in there and digs holes right through the bottom? 🤦

[@4g94boosted4]

I'd consult bama bass and his pond connections. Seriously reach out to him! ...... id go clay route if it were me and i wouldnt have hesitated about that decision either. Lol. Just remember with the clay option and there is a few leaks there is a product that is poured on the surface, it will mix into the clay and make a permanent seal, and its not expensive.

[@CC-ll5fe]

Agree, bama bass pond is amazing.

[@bobbywinschel8588]

💯 Bamabass

[@CollinNicklay]

Ya 💯 percent agree with this

[@roadrashr6]

Isn’t he a low key googan affiliate? Or atleast he used to. I’m sure he would help Flair out.

[@joeylillie9578]

I agree as well with this

[@Diffy112]

Hey Flair, if you want to thicken your ice on your fish hatchery, simply clear off the snow. Snow acts acts as an insulator, it will slow down ice production.

[@dirkbeasley2852]

I think you should keep in tune with your gut feeling. I agree with holding off, at least till spring comes and see what the runoff from the snow does and then focus after that. Be smart, keep it on the back burner and focus on the other things that need addressed more now.

[@316RRO]

I would definitely would go with the clay and Bentonight because is a much more natural bottom opposes to the tarp because if you wanted to hide the tarp to have gravel put over it possibly. And the clay would be a lot more of a natural environment for your future fish

[@juarezderrick9647]

Then the first crawfish gets in there and digs a hole right through the bottom 🤦

[@rodrigodiaz8317]

Talking from experience, my grandfather had a liner on a pond that was about half the size of yours, apart from it being super expensive and extremely difficult to put down, it lasted about 5 years before he started having problems. He had beavers go in and rip it up by trying to dig holes and after a while water actually seeping under the liner from the rain and created sink holes.

[@YRG_JR]

Well Damn

[@RaisingLionsNotSheep]

I’m in California I built a pond in my property, my ground is clayish so I did a liner. Well crawfish put holes in it and 12 years later it leaks like it wasn’t there

[@codyschriber1850]

If you want to do a clay liner you have to proctor it and do a compaction to 95% which is standard. If you do a poly liner you don’t have to go crazy thick to hold water but large brush or shrubs can impact the liner and cause leaks but you can perform patches to it that are some what cost efficient. For what you want to do with it I would go clay but again growth of vegetation can impact and cause leaks in either liner.

[@chasprice2260]

Definitely go clay and bentonite. I do excavating work and that's how we do our ponds here in tennessee. Now granted it is mostly clay around here anyways so normally you can just core the pond with a dozer and it'll hold water even without the bentonite

[@brandonphillips2754]

Yeah and the grass can grow and if you bentonite on it the grass won't be as good as it was though

[@dkjphills79]

Flair I'm not an expert. However I work with a company that subs out machines used in soil stabilization. These vehicles mix the existing soil with concrete powder. Thus allowing the creation on retention ponds. I am not sure if you have looked into this option but these rain water retention ponds holds allot of water and located in several sections around these properties we are building.

[@I_AM_ISAACP]

Man, I don't watch you a ton flair but everything your videos come back in my feed your businesses are 10x where they seemed to be last time i watched. Last video I saw you were releasing the Jerky and having te drywall guys sample it. Super inspiring bro. Just started a gutter business last year and I hope to start a couple more ventures down the line

[@marydunn2009]

Loved the video. So much fun with all y’all. Thanks for posting.

[@wandabontrager8196]

I would go with Clay because it will hold water alot longer than liner would. And if you would get a hole In the liner the hole would get bigger over time and alot of water would leak. That is what we did to our pond.

[@calwalker8861]

Who else can’t wait for the annual Paddle fishing trip with big Junior. That’s going to be comedy gold

[@lyonsstudio2676]

I fucking love those videos !

[@SATX-Alwayscarry]

Flair I work on floodwater dams for a living I will tell you a Slurry Concrete Bentonite Wall or a HDPE Liner are both pretty good. We do the liners to give us a 60 yr life span on our pipes. I would say go with the liners ---Always Carry Outdoors

[@pugsly5857]

First thing I would do is figure out if the water going to the creek, from the back side of levee, was the pond leaking or a spring. If the levee is leaking, there are other ways of fixing it, that have more of a guarantee to work besides the clay and bentonite.

[@matthewmeyer7399]

Clay and bentontie is probably the better option here liner and with the fishing and adding structure your running a major rocks of a puncher

[@victoriacollado7245]

My brother had a similar problem with his pond and ended up compacting the soil then laying down clay compacting then bentonite then SoilFloc(extra sealer)then clay and bentonite. Again I would contact Bama Bass and see what’s conclusive in your area. Great video guys, looks like y’all were having a great time!

[@sirshade222]

Bentonite and clay...give it an initial packing and then fence off the pond area and let loose a pack of hogs to pack it in as you slowly as you fill it (we're talking a year or more). Not sure on the surrounding area around the pond but if you have any drainage from nearby hills redirect it towards the pond area as well to supplement the well during winter/spring rains.

[@trippinoutdoors]

I absolutely always would go with the future proofing option and cover all your bases with the Clay and Bentonite over the liner. This is going the extra mile to ensure you won't have to worry about leaks and issues rising. To be sure, yes it will absolutely be more expensive in the short term, but long term, you'll more than likely be thanking yourself for it. Dude, the snow shenangians is what I live for! We almost never get any snow here, and when we do its a light dusting. So to get snow like that would be pure heaven for me man! Sky Cocaine for the win baby!!!

[@swpieterse6681]

I am from south africa and we also have dams so what we do is we build the dams and let the rain fill it up and the ground is going to stop taking the water when the ground is full of water it may take a year or 2 but it works

[@juice_theoneI]

I just bought 10 packs of beefcake jerky and my first time buying just one pack and noticed how that young man from Nebraska who loves fishing and hunting has his own brand and his dream house keep up the work and block out the haters and thank you for being my favorite KZbinr Flair

[@jimmychunga2626]

1-2ft thick clay liner compacted with sheepsfoot roller. Clay must be certain moisture level to compact properly, ask a soil tech or pond builder about that. But if it's done right it should hold water like a bathtub. Bamabass had extremely poor sandy soil too and his clay-lined pond holds like a champ.

[@mamawnamidreviews9978]

How many times did you film throwing the tumbler in the box?🎥 I wish I knew about ponds, I have no clue what you should do.🤷🏻‍♀️Big Junior, awesome burn, lol.🤣 OMG, my cheeks hurt from laughing so hard!❄️

[@coltonmyers788]

We just dug an out our pond a lot more without a leak although we have natural clay. I would go natural all the way. Liners just have way too much risk for how much they cost. Clay might be scary at first but it’s relatively reliable.

[@thathusky7019]

We used to take the hood off my papaws old farm truck and tie it behind the four wheelers. We hooked hand holds up on it and it worked awesome. You didn’t get a lot of snow flying in your face and you didn’t tip over.

[@Bernie1211]

Clay!!! I already can’t wait for build vids and fishing vids when it’s all set and done!

[@Spicy_Kiwi]

I recently built a pond on my property and yah clay will keep it nice there will be a bit a water fluctuation but that’s expected cause it’s not a pool it’s a pond but make sure u add in some deep rooted grass and gravel for the fish to spawn in.

[@jjprospectors6228]

I do directional drilling and there's a powder that turns to jelly and if you sprinkle on top it will sink to bottom and fill holes Bama bass used something similar sand grenade

[@trevorbeckenhauer]

OGs remember that when Flair first got Rick he escaped like 2 times and Jon had to babysit him😂

[@javienjackson5506]

From what’s I’ve seen at ponds I’ve fished at, clay is definitely a better option from the size of your pond/lake and the quality your looking to get out of it. Take your time as well and don’t rush so you can get everything you need out of it. So clay and sediment is the answer for sure! You got this!!

I’ve been watching you for eight years now ever since I was six love, the content always makes me smile even if I’m having a bad day

[@braydenkaempfe7568]

I'm not sure about pond liner but when the company i work for builds landfills they test the liner with air to make sure there is no leaks then we cover it with sand or something else do it doesn't get damaged by the landfill equipment

[@JamesKing-cp2ib]

Polyethylene liner is tough stuff!

[@bradleyjohnson547]

I honestly think u should do the clay and bentonite because u don't have to worry about the seems unlike u would with the liner and do a series on the pond build just like bama bass did I really enjoyed it

[@drewtretheway1498]

You need a big round circular metal saucer to pull behind the quad for maximum fun. I have a metal saucer that I use and you can sling people around with ease even in deeper snow

[@rileyslimmer9610]

We did stuff like that when I was a kid, we did Snowmoboarding. Snowboarding behind a snowmobile. Make some jumps that you ice over with water and have a blast! I think long term the clay liner will be better, a rubber one will get holes and may actually lead to warmer water and algae growth. A natural bottom should help both those problems

[@jeremyrose2667]

Have you checked into cement treatment. Plasticity index testing and complete sieve analysis if you decide to clay line. I think a P.I. of around 30 is what I would look for. Next time, maybe look at Geotechnical Engineers to have subsurface testing done. Drilling at different locations running split spoons and rock cores with soil analysis done on samples. Compaction testing based on standard proctor verified by testing with a min of 98% dry density at +4/-3 of optional moisture.

[@nickmcgue3875]

Mine too without a doubt. The mix between all the hunting, trapping, auctions, animals, pawnshops, camping, hatchery, mystery pallets, different kinds of challenges, fishing every now and then, and also all of the other crazy fun and super entertaining things they do like there doing in this video for example is the reason he’s by far my favorite KZbinr. Hunting and trapping are 100% my favorite things to watch on KZbin especially when it’s a Flair video💯

[@jigginwithgojo89]

The tumbler is amazing, it’s been my daily cup since I got it, I’m definitely ordering the jumbo, and extra honey bbq, and teriyaki!! The olive green beefcake hat has been my daily driver as well, love the merch, content, and everything you do for us!❤❤

[@southern_lyfe2.026]

When my grandfather built his he went with clay you just gotta have structure and put a bit of gravel for fish beds and straw mulch combo on the slopes to help protect from erosion but I believe clay would be the best bet to have it for a lifetime there’s just to many things could go wrong with the liner options

[@jake42locke92]

I feel like you should do clay for the pond if you do a liner u could create leaks from hooks and if you hunt ducks u could shoot the liner and the bass won’t be as comfortable with a liner as they would with something natural like clay

[@adamkenney2112]

If your gonna do something, always spend the money and do it right the first time. Clay the pond. I think down the road you would regret doing a liner

[@aidenjones4321]

get the liner and but a layer of dirt or sand over it so it is harder to tear

[@williammoulton1969]

I work for a liner company building ponds and I think a liner are great for ponds but you need a Hdpe 30mm liner with a 2 foot of dirt cap over top and it will be fine if it can hold acid it hold water and not leak

[@colbyclark6774]

What about maybe putting the rubber liner down then just a thin layer of clay to protect the liner?

[@buckydoedowner9040]

sounds even more inviting for a muskrat to bore threw. lol

[@FelixRussell-uk8by]

Very expensive

[@Xploringwithnikon]

He will if you are paying

[@J_D_B4379]

Not practical They would have to put the layer of clay on by hand because a machine would tear it.

[@user-pz6jf7jt5q]

applying a layer of clay will have a good chance of making a leak in the liner.

[@user-jk6sc4sp7u]

I'd say bentonite. Worst case scenario if there's still a leak you could add dye and see where the leak is and add extra bentonite in that specific area rather than drain the pond and re apply over the whole thing. After say a few months if there are any leaks once you add more bentonite to that area it should help to seal off the whole pond. A liner would be good but if it leaks you'd either have to drain the whole thing or have a diver patch it where bentonite you can just pour more over that area and save money, time, and labor by not needing to drain the pond any

[@dalewoods7308]

Make sense

[@zebalexander3085]

Flair I was trolling In the boat for Crappie In N.C. with the googan crappie plastic baits and got a 100 dollar Diawi rod & reel combo yanked right off the boat! So glad yall made some Crappie plastic baits! They work!! They catch a lot of bass & crappie! Getting rod holders put on the boat!

[@541fisherman]

You inspire me Flair!

[@Chevyduramax6.6]

I would definitely go with the bentonite and the clay it’s way more natural it’ll last forever never break or leak and it’ll be alot easier and over time it’ll eventually hold water on it own with the liner it would like you said wear away and wouldn’t last as long as the bentonite and clay soooo that being said go with the bentonite and clay definitely

[@jcfishing6613]

Clay and bentonite is what we use all the time in holding ponds here in Utah. It works really well

[@zensei5158]

Been watching you for over 8 years. Crazy how far you’ve come. I’d recommend clay for this one bud. Good luck.

[@gordonbuss2581]

Bentinight it. Best option. You can also mix in fine calcarb. It helps to plug holes as well.

[@user-nq5li9rd2v]

Farmers around me here in Georgia when the pound would not hold water they would put a fence around the pond and put a bunch of pig's in the pond and the oil off there back seal the dirt and it will hold water l. It would be a cheaper solution to the liner or clay and worse case scenario you can sell the pig's when done. Just a thought

[@DeeJaye8920]

Go with bentonite and clay with a layer of pebble stone on the top layers maybe and it should make a world of difference as opposed to going with the liner option where a whole lot more accidents are prone to happen with snagging or wear and tear

[@nikjohnson6571]

A Video with flair and lunkers for the pond would be golden

[@carlj.2023]

I would go with the clay like Bama bass did. His pond has been doing good for a few years now and there's even that stuff to fix small leaks he used once. A liner seems like a big pain

[@rowdybroomstick6394]

In HVAC when you can't afford a whole brand new system, you slow down and figure out where the leak is and fix the leak. And if you're successful it ends up being a huge savings and your system lasts another ten year's. Find the pond leak and fix the leak. Water is likely cheaper than dirt, if I had to guess. So if you have to do it twice to get the leak fixed, so be it.

[@jacob.ab1123]

There is leaks everywhere he only has maybe 2 feet of water 😂

[@robo1210]

The whole bottom of the pond is the leak. Top soil doesn’t hold water, it seeps down. He needs clay. Guaranteed there’s clay in the hillside next to the pond. Dig more of the pond out, dig a borrow pit to get clay out of the hillside, fill the borrow pit up with the dirt that comes out of the pond. Not that difficult

[@tannerdawkins891]

Every time I watch flair it always makes me laugh 😂

[@daltonhutchinson]

Line it the add dirt or sand so your hooks do not get stuck in the liner

[@BigJim_wv]

Bama bass is the goat of backyard ponds I watched his entire pond build series. I think clay and bentonite is the way to go you can always make spawning areas with pea gravel etc after

[@billysoutdooradventures]

Liner then clay over it. Where there’s a seam. Place rocks for the fish. Itll be expensive but using a liner would stop Your leaks but then the clay could fill in the seams to stop any possible leak and will give the bottom a more natural look. Hopefully that makes sense.

[@justinhill2763]

Still need big junior to sing some t pain

[@danpreville2726]

Great video! Look like a lot of fun behind there. Four wheeler now I want to go for a ride okay on to the pond. I can tell you now you can do it with the bent night and clay. I would definitely have to see the pond to give you my true opinion on where and how much but it can be done. They said I couldn't make one here where I'm at with all of sand. I do wrong. I have a decent pond. I definitely don't have the money you do to take the chances you're willing to take, but if I can see the pond I would tell you exactly how much and where it needs to be done but it can be done. Think it's a better decision than the liner liners is the temporary patch where the clay it'll be permanent if done right?

[@1MouseAngry]

Finally wasn’t all sold out managed to grab a few bags can’t wait to try it 😊

[@aaront4472]

I think you should get help from some other youtuber who built a pond and was successful.

[@stephenasmith1591]

@bamabass lol

[@O_Dy4]

With the clay & bentonite blanket you have to be careful on what species you introduce to the lake, Anything that burrows will post a leak risk (Crayfish, Catfish etc) In my opinion a seamless liner would be the best route. You can always cover the liner with natural substrate

[@donnyhayesjr7769]

Good job on stepping back so you can clear your head. And contact some experts get their opinion so you can get my ideas. 👍

[@candycrusher45]

Can you do a test of the clay and bentonite solution? Can you do this on a small portion of the pond to see if it will work before you commit to the whole thing? Maybe use the excavator to create a mini wall if you don't already have that in your pond? Also, can you get someone to sponsor the pond rehab?

[@beaurember4634]

Let’s go!!

[@drewtretheway1498]

Bentonite and clay pond liners have several advantages over rubber liners. Natural Sealing Properties: Bentonite, a type of clay, possesses unique swelling characteristics when in contact with water. This swelling forms a tight seal, effectively preventing water from penetrating the liner. This self-sealing ability makes it highly efficient in reducing leakage. Cost-Effectiveness: Bentonite liners are often more affordable than rubber alternatives. The natural abundance of clay as a raw material contributes to lower production costs, making it an economically viable choice for pond lining projects. Environmentally Friendly: Clay liners are considered more environmentally sustainable compared to rubber liners, which may involve synthetic materials. Bentonite is a natural resource, and its extraction and processing generally have a lower environmental impact than the production of synthetic rubber. Adaptability to Substrate: Bentonite liners can conform to the underlying substrate, providing a more adaptable and flexible solution. This adaptability is especially beneficial in areas with uneven terrain, where a clay liner can better conform to the landscape contours. Resistance to UV Degradation: Rubber liners may be susceptible to UV degradation over time, potentially leading to a decrease in their effectiveness. Bentonite liners, being a natural material, tend to be more resistant to UV damage, contributing to their long-term durability. While rubber liners certainly have their applications, the unique properties of bentonite and clay make them a compelling choice for pond lining, particularly when considering factors such as cost, environmental impact, and adaptability. I’m looking forward to seeing what you picked in your next vid. I love your channel and I’m looking forward to trying some beefcake jerky. sometime

[@lukewoods9386]

Especially after watching the Bamabass channel and how they did it, it just seems to be the best way, and as you've seen, their lake is absolutely awesome so if you get the clay and bentonite going I think you're golden plus all of the content you can do with the lake its gonna make you bank

[@Kangalmust]

Flair is top G

[@bradleyjohnson547]

Love the videos man been a fan for about 4 solid years keep it up much love from Florida

[@diamartishev2240]

Not enough snow!!! We do this with 2 foot of snow in Alaska and it's sooo much fun. U need a longer rope and not drive in same spots go in fresh powder it's much funner.

[@TripleB_Ranch]

There also the idea of putting a fence around it and fill it with pigs for a while and they will pack the dirt good. Old timer once told me that I thought huh that’s a creative thought. But still cost money unless you could rent the pigs but still cost ya. Id go with the clay and bentonite

[@tyanderson852]

My favorite part of the day is when fair post. Love the videos man keep up the good work. Day I forget of asking when is dux making there own decoys

[@mikeluttrell2516]

Living and learning most people giving you the advice cant afford a backyard pond let alone the animals and all the extra stuff. You do whatever you want to and we’ll still watch 👀👌🏻

[@user-np5bx7iv9n]

When he does sheew you already know it’s another banger

[@offthelake578]

My chickens never had heat for 5 plus years and no problems been down to negative 25 here just as long as it’s a draft free coop and some hay is all they need they are pretty hardcore creatures

[@jayrom14]

Uncle flair

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The sheew welcome back folks never gets old

[@codywheeler7071]

I would line the bottom of the pond with cement then you could put whatever natural things you want on or in it

[@gunnerrogers3549]

Hey FLAIR big fan of the channel started watching about five months ago and I love your content and what you do this week is the last week for duck hunting and I’ll get to go on my first duck hunt. Is there any advice or tips you could give me

[@rykerstrand9514]

Love you daddy flair, hope all is good with you and yours!! God Bless ya man

[@urielromero3463]

Daddy flair is crazy 😂

[@mattyjay8896]

Sunday SHEEEEEEW 🔥🔥

[@bartbeck4225]

Gotta rock the tube behind the ATV pull! Works so much better!

[@vrsystemsusa]

Howdy, I'm sure someone has already mentioned trying this, but just look for a housing development/building, being built in an area with traditionally higher in clay content subsoil. Just get ahold of the GC and let them know you're looking for subsoil. These guys have to pay by the truckload to dump it somewhere. You'll be saving em roughly $350 per load they can bring to you. Just make sure you have your dozer ready to spread it as they're bringing it in.

[@FishyBenji]

Always a great day when flair posts. Let’s watch this banger like always

[@corbin1676]

Honestly, I would go with the Clay and Betnite. I don’t have any experience with building ponds or anything like that, but I just believe that the better option is to betnite it.

[@SirKevin_]

Do it the natural way, a liner will leak over time. Once that happens you will have to replace the whole thing which will cost you even more money in the long run. I have a backyard koi pond it’s about 1,500gals and I haven’t had to replace my liner in over fourteen years but I have a over hang that cover the pond so it doesn’t get too much sun exposure. If your liner is exposed to the sun it will deteriorate much faster and the cost to build an overhang for your pond would be outrageous. Having trees near by to help shade your pond is a plus. Having a liner with trees near by would also be a potential problem with roots penetration so like I said best to do the clay and bentonite. Good Luck! With whichever option you decide to go with. I love your videos and watch you all the time. Keep up the good shiet my guy!

[@OTSPGAMING]

Go with the clay but have it layered then do gravel and then add pond plants and wait a little before adding fish so the plants have time to add more oxygen to the water

[@stephenjohnson1561]

redig the key way for the pond dam and put good red clay and compacted in 1 foot lifts only way to make it work

[@chasprice2260]

Yeah honestly the dam is main priority. But as long as you walk it in good with the dozer in 1-2 ft lifts with some good clay it'll hold

[@fbisurveillancevan1635]

There is a product you can put in the pond that will get sucked up in any leak and expand to patch any leaks in a bentonite liner. Getting a soil analysis and then getting bentonite would be best.

[@hitgoose5403]

Bama bass used it didn’t he?

[@fbisurveillancevan1635]

@@hitgoose5403 probably

[@gamerelated3887]

What you really want to do if you don't want it fluctuating over the seasons or possibly drying up is a liner then top it with the clay. A big part of this is how much land is draining into it. The 2 ponds we have are just clay and they fluctuate significantly but our advantage is that almost 10k acres drains into it. it's at the base of a massive hill. The other downside to that is one time during a massive rain, the water washed over one side of the dam. it was really bad. RWD1 tower pipe got washed out and it completely drained the water tower. it was epic bad... well, there are a few thoughts. I'll let you put em together into whatever you want.

[@johnhengel1149]

Have done many ponds with just bentonite, you don't need to add clay also. Buy the product, spread it yourself then till it in and fill pond. When bentonite gets wet it turns into a clay like material. When tilled into the soil and gets wet it heals itself and will hold water.