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The average Secchi disk reading for 2022 was 6.0 meters which falls into the moderately clear range. The average total phosphorus reading of 8.3 ppb falls into the moderate range. The average deep water phosphorus value was not significantly above surface water phosphorus values, which suggests phosphorus recycling is not problematic. The chlorophyll-a average of 2.6 ppb falls into the moderate range. Long-term trend analysis indicates chlorophyll–a concentrations in Bear Pond are stable, total phosphorus concentrations are decreasing, and clarity readings are stable. The average color reading for 2022 was 26.6 SPU, indicating that water in Bear Pond is highly colored. Gloeotrichia echenulata colonies were seen at a density level of 1 in July and at a density level of 2 in August. 2022 Water-testing summary Underwater plants for cover – oxygenators such as hornwort ( Ceratophyllum demersum) or water starwort ( Callitriche autumnalis) give tadpoles and other larvae plenty of underwater cover from predators.

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Open from Memorial through Labor Day from sunrise to sunset, you won’t want to lay out or swim in the winter, but it’s a favorite spot for ice fishing. Featuring multiple floors and dozens of engaging exhibits, the Maine State Museum in the capital city of Augusta is the perfect place for families to spend a few hours, especially when the weather isn’t particularly conducive to outdoor activities.

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Make a drinking spot for big and small– alayer of gravel, mud or large flat stones positioned on the shallow sloping side of the pond will create a perfect habitat for amphibians and insects. It also allows birds, hedgehogs and smaller insects such as honeybees and hornets to drink without risk of falling in the water. Their menu includes homemade soups, sandwiches, and wraps, and their popular breakfasts are served all day long. Floating plants for resting stations –such as waterlilies ( Nymphaea) and water hawthorn ( Aponogeton distachyos). Pondlife will rest on the leaves, which also help to shade the water in summer.Plants with tall stems for emerging larvae–such as water iris ( Iris ensata). Thelarvae ofdamselflies and dragonfliesneed stems like thistocrawl up when they’re ready to leave the pond and turn into adults. Central Maine is home to an incredibly diverse variety of native bird species, and the Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary is one of the best places in the area to see and learn about them. Bear Pond in Waterford is the town’s deepest lake. While only 250 acres in surface area and four miles in circumference, Bear Pond is 72 feet deep. Size and depth– the larger the pond, the more wildlife it will attract. Butsize isn’t everything – even a mini pond in a pot will provide a habitat and water source for plenty of small creatures.Ideally, aim for a depth of 20–60cm (8in–2ft), which varies across the pond, as this willsuit the majority of pond flora and fauna. From the moment we arrived to the time we left we felt at home. We were met by a lovely and friendly couple.