Aquatic Connections is supporting "EARTH HOUR!"
Tomorrow night people around the world are participating in
"Earth Hour" sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund. At 8:30 pm,
March 27th, everyone is encouraged to turn off the lights in
their homes or businesses for one hour, showing their support
for Climate Change. A very simple thing can help in such a large
way! Click on the link below to read more about this effort. And
check out the site's videos and page for kids.
Click here for the "Earth Hour video"
Friday, March 26, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
It is National Wildlife Week
We wanted to bring it to everyone's attention that this week is National Wildlife Week
March 15-21, 2010. The National Wildlife Foundation has a really great 'Get Outside' Campaign going on. You can also read more about their fantastic 'Why Be Out There' campaign by clicking here.
We have some exciting promotions coming up to promote the upcoming Spring fun. This Saturday & Sunday we are holding our first Gift Basket Giveaway! All customers who shop at Aquatic Connections on Saturday, March 20th or Sunday, March 21st will automatically be entered to win a Pond Care Gift Basket! The basket has a $95 Retail Value! One Lucky Winner will randomly be chosen on each day and notified on Monday 3/22/10. Click on the link here to go to our Events Page and see what's in the Gift Basket.
We have listed a few of our upcoming seminars on our website, including Spring Cleaning Your Pond and Creative Aquatic Planting. For your convenience, the seminars are being held on Wednesday evenings and either Saturdays or Sundays. Sign up by registering online at the link here.
As the warm weather approaches, we will be sending you some timely tips and info on new product arrivals.
Have a great week! Hope you stop in.
March 15-21, 2010. The National Wildlife Foundation has a really great 'Get Outside' Campaign going on. You can also read more about their fantastic 'Why Be Out There' campaign by clicking here.
We have some exciting promotions coming up to promote the upcoming Spring fun. This Saturday & Sunday we are holding our first Gift Basket Giveaway! All customers who shop at Aquatic Connections on Saturday, March 20th or Sunday, March 21st will automatically be entered to win a Pond Care Gift Basket! The basket has a $95 Retail Value! One Lucky Winner will randomly be chosen on each day and notified on Monday 3/22/10. Click on the link here to go to our Events Page and see what's in the Gift Basket.
We have listed a few of our upcoming seminars on our website, including Spring Cleaning Your Pond and Creative Aquatic Planting. For your convenience, the seminars are being held on Wednesday evenings and either Saturdays or Sundays. Sign up by registering online at the link here.
As the warm weather approaches, we will be sending you some timely tips and info on new product arrivals.
Have a great week! Hope you stop in.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Aquatic Connections Plans Nature Explore Classroom
Aquatic Connections is in the planning phase of a Nature Explore Classroom to be located at their water garden center in Trevose, Pa. The owners and staff of Aquatic Connections will be working with the Arbor Day Foundation, the Dimensions Educational Research Foundation, schools, teachers, students and parents throughout the planning process in order to incorporate fun, educational activities for children ages 4 to 8 years old. For more information, please send an email to: online@aquaticconnections.com.
What is a Nature Explore Classroom?
Nature Explore Classrooms are dynamic, nature-based play and learning spaces. These nature-rich outdoor spaces are being constructed at schools; nature centers; national forests, parks, and wildlife refuges; zoos; arboretums; and child care centers. Nature Explore Classrooms enhance the
physical environment and add natural beauty to the surrounding area.
The Nature Explore Classroom Certification Program is a national initiative that recognizes schools and other organizations that have made a commitment to providing outdoor classrooms and comprehensive programming to help children use the natural world as an integral part of learning. Grounded in over a decade of research and field-testing, this widespread initiative is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Foundation in collaboration with environmental, educational, design and health organizations.
What is a Nature Explore Classroom?
Nature Explore Classrooms are dynamic, nature-based play and learning spaces. These nature-rich outdoor spaces are being constructed at schools; nature centers; national forests, parks, and wildlife refuges; zoos; arboretums; and child care centers. Nature Explore Classrooms enhance the
physical environment and add natural beauty to the surrounding area.
The Nature Explore Classroom Certification Program is a national initiative that recognizes schools and other organizations that have made a commitment to providing outdoor classrooms and comprehensive programming to help children use the natural world as an integral part of learning. Grounded in over a decade of research and field-testing, this widespread initiative is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Foundation in collaboration with environmental, educational, design and health organizations.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Winter Pond Care Products From Aquatic Connections
As the weather continues to drop and our minds all turn to the winter holidays, we'd like to remind you that we need to be mindful of taking care of the pond and pond fish.
Below are a few of our 'Winter Pond Care' items and a brief explanation of what each product can do for you.. Remember, we have special online pricing discounts for our internet customers! Each product will have a link you can follow to the product page on our site where you can purchase that item.
1250 Watt Floating Pond De-icer
•Thermostatically controlled
•turns on at 34 degrees
•1250 watts
•Fish and Plant Friendly
•10' power cord
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Heated Pond Saucer
•Help your pond fish and plants weather the winter with a heated pond saucer. This saucer keeps a vent hole open to allow harmful gases to leave the pond and is controlled by a thermostat to only operate when it is needed. Its low profile appearance and energy efficient operation mean you won't even notice that its there!
•Instructions:
Store indoors after winter use.
Inspect power cord before using.
Do not immerse.
Do not use with extension cords.
•Caution:
Must be grounded.
This unit gets very hot to the touch.
•Specifications:
The low profile appearance helps to minimize wind resistance
Has a 10' power cord
Uses 200 watts.
Works in any sized pond (field tested in 1,000 gallon poind in sub-zero weather)
•Size: Unit is 12" diameter x 1.75" high.
•Warranty: One year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
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Pondmaster Floating Pond De-Icer
-Features of the PondMaster Floating De-Icer
• 120 Watts of Heating Power
• Extremely Energy Efficient
• Thermostatic Control to Reduce Heating Time & Save Electricity
• Internal Electronics Epoxy-Sealed for Extra Watertight Protection
• Double Watertight Seal
• 18’ Grounded Power Cord
• Weather-Resistant
• Made From Rugged, High Impact ABS Plastic
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
• Will Not Harm Flexible Liners or Pre-Formed Ponds
-The PondMaster floating pond de-icer is for use in those colder locations where typical winter temperatures result in significant or long-term icing of pond surfaces. A pond de-icer or pond heater as they are sometimes referred to will help maintain a small hole in the ice for the exchange of oxygen and harmful toxins in the pond water. In order to survive through the winter months when the pond water has frozen over, the fish need a source of oxygen.
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Pond Care Stress Coat 16oz
•Instantly removes chlorine and breaks the chloramine bond.
•Contains Aloe Vera to help heal wounds and torn fins.
•Use whenever setting up a pond, adding fish, or changing pond water.
•16 oz bottle treats 1,920 gallons.
Stress Coat instantly removes chlorine and heavy metals such as copper and zinc from tap water. Stress Coat also removes chloramines by breaking the chlorine-ammonia bond. The effectiveness of Stress Coat with Aloe Vera has been proven by independent studies conducted at the University of Georgia, School of Veterinary Medicine.
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Protective Pond Netting 7'x10'
Benefits of Pond Netting
• Ideal for keeping fish in and predators out
• Reusable
• Keeps debris from entering the pond
• Quality woven poly resists tearing
• Includes stakes
Aquascape multi-purpose protective pond netting comes conveniently rolled, making it easier to install. Don’t be fooled by the small package - this is quality, full-sized pond netting! Aquascape multi-purpose protective pond netting comes complete with U-shaped stakes; keeping the net secure and in place. Black color blends in with the pond and landscape.
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Tetra Pond De-Icer 300 watt
Features:
•Uses only 300 watts
•Releases harmful pond gases
•Energy-efficient thermostat control saves energy costs by shutting off power when not needed
•Effective to -20°F (-18°C)
•15 foot electrical cord
•Three year limited warranty
Toxic gases caused by decaying matter and fish waste can become trapped under the ice when the surface of the pond freezes. The TetraPond® Simulated Rock De-Icer keeps an area of the pond ice-free.
Below are a few of our 'Winter Pond Care' items and a brief explanation of what each product can do for you.. Remember, we have special online pricing discounts for our internet customers! Each product will have a link you can follow to the product page on our site where you can purchase that item.
1250 Watt Floating Pond De-icer
•Thermostatically controlled
•turns on at 34 degrees
•1250 watts
•Fish and Plant Friendly
•10' power cord
--------------------------------------------------------------
Heated Pond Saucer
•Help your pond fish and plants weather the winter with a heated pond saucer. This saucer keeps a vent hole open to allow harmful gases to leave the pond and is controlled by a thermostat to only operate when it is needed. Its low profile appearance and energy efficient operation mean you won't even notice that its there!
•Instructions:
Store indoors after winter use.
Inspect power cord before using.
Do not immerse.
Do not use with extension cords.
•Caution:
Must be grounded.
This unit gets very hot to the touch.
•Specifications:
The low profile appearance helps to minimize wind resistance
Has a 10' power cord
Uses 200 watts.
Works in any sized pond (field tested in 1,000 gallon poind in sub-zero weather)
•Size: Unit is 12" diameter x 1.75" high.
•Warranty: One year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
--------------------------------------------------------------
Pondmaster Floating Pond De-Icer
-Features of the PondMaster Floating De-Icer
• 120 Watts of Heating Power
• Extremely Energy Efficient
• Thermostatic Control to Reduce Heating Time & Save Electricity
• Internal Electronics Epoxy-Sealed for Extra Watertight Protection
• Double Watertight Seal
• 18’ Grounded Power Cord
• Weather-Resistant
• Made From Rugged, High Impact ABS Plastic
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
• Will Not Harm Flexible Liners or Pre-Formed Ponds
-The PondMaster floating pond de-icer is for use in those colder locations where typical winter temperatures result in significant or long-term icing of pond surfaces. A pond de-icer or pond heater as they are sometimes referred to will help maintain a small hole in the ice for the exchange of oxygen and harmful toxins in the pond water. In order to survive through the winter months when the pond water has frozen over, the fish need a source of oxygen.
--------------------------------------------------------------
Pond Care Stress Coat 16oz
•Instantly removes chlorine and breaks the chloramine bond.
•Contains Aloe Vera to help heal wounds and torn fins.
•Use whenever setting up a pond, adding fish, or changing pond water.
•16 oz bottle treats 1,920 gallons.
Stress Coat instantly removes chlorine and heavy metals such as copper and zinc from tap water. Stress Coat also removes chloramines by breaking the chlorine-ammonia bond. The effectiveness of Stress Coat with Aloe Vera has been proven by independent studies conducted at the University of Georgia, School of Veterinary Medicine.
--------------------------------------------------------------
Protective Pond Netting 7'x10'
Benefits of Pond Netting
• Ideal for keeping fish in and predators out
• Reusable
• Keeps debris from entering the pond
• Quality woven poly resists tearing
• Includes stakes
Aquascape multi-purpose protective pond netting comes conveniently rolled, making it easier to install. Don’t be fooled by the small package - this is quality, full-sized pond netting! Aquascape multi-purpose protective pond netting comes complete with U-shaped stakes; keeping the net secure and in place. Black color blends in with the pond and landscape.
--------------------------------------------------------------
Tetra Pond De-Icer 300 watt
Features:
•Uses only 300 watts
•Releases harmful pond gases
•Energy-efficient thermostat control saves energy costs by shutting off power when not needed
•Effective to -20°F (-18°C)
•15 foot electrical cord
•Three year limited warranty
Toxic gases caused by decaying matter and fish waste can become trapped under the ice when the surface of the pond freezes. The TetraPond® Simulated Rock De-Icer keeps an area of the pond ice-free.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Aquatic Connections Participates in Nature Forum
Aquatic Connections has been invited to attend a Community Forum in Boston on December 5th. The Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Educational Research Foundation are holding a forum to raise awareness and interest in efforts to connect children with nature and to improve the quality of early childhood experiences and children's health.
Research shows that when children have regular contact with nature they learn and grow better...physically, developmentally and in a relationship with the natural world. Studies document the numerous benefits children gain from spending time outdoors. In October of 2006, participants from over 25 countries attended the first Working Forum on Nature Education for Young Children. That gathering of designers, landscape architects, early childhood educators and conservation professionals shared ideas for ways to expand outdoor learning and play opportunities for children. One of those ideas was to host regional community forums to bring key decision makers from diverse backgrounds together, at a local level, to address efective ways to reconnect young children with the natural world. The regional community forum model has generated transformational action in communities across the country.
Aquatic Connections has been invited as a member of a prestigious group of educators, conservationists, architects/designers and health care professionals who care about issues impacting young children. The vision is to increase the connections between children and nature in backyards, neighborhoods, public spaces and educational settings as a means of enhancing early childhood edaucation, public school education, family health and well-being, lifelong learning, community revitalization and environmental stewardship. The Arbor Day and Dimensions Foundation Outreach Director will discuss their initiative in creating demonstration sites for outdoor Nature Explore Classrooms. Aquatic Connections has recently announced that they are in the planning phase of creating a Nature Explore Classroom at their water garden center, located in Trevose, PA.
Research shows that when children have regular contact with nature they learn and grow better...physically, developmentally and in a relationship with the natural world. Studies document the numerous benefits children gain from spending time outdoors. In October of 2006, participants from over 25 countries attended the first Working Forum on Nature Education for Young Children. That gathering of designers, landscape architects, early childhood educators and conservation professionals shared ideas for ways to expand outdoor learning and play opportunities for children. One of those ideas was to host regional community forums to bring key decision makers from diverse backgrounds together, at a local level, to address efective ways to reconnect young children with the natural world. The regional community forum model has generated transformational action in communities across the country.
Aquatic Connections has been invited as a member of a prestigious group of educators, conservationists, architects/designers and health care professionals who care about issues impacting young children. The vision is to increase the connections between children and nature in backyards, neighborhoods, public spaces and educational settings as a means of enhancing early childhood edaucation, public school education, family health and well-being, lifelong learning, community revitalization and environmental stewardship. The Arbor Day and Dimensions Foundation Outreach Director will discuss their initiative in creating demonstration sites for outdoor Nature Explore Classrooms. Aquatic Connections has recently announced that they are in the planning phase of creating a Nature Explore Classroom at their water garden center, located in Trevose, PA.
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