Well, it is getting cold. There was ice on the pond this morning.
The fish are already in the basement in their winter quarters. Now there remains the task of moving the frogs.
My pond is only 18 inches at it's deepest. Therefore the frogs can not overwinter, they would be frog-sicles come spring. Not a pleasant site when the snow and ice melt.
I got the net and spent a couple hours catching frogs, 36 of them to be exact. I put them in a pail, drove them to the nearest creek, and let them go on their merry way.
I will check the pond over the next few days, because new ones seem to find it while looking for a place to over winter.
Somehow, in the spring when it warms up, they always find their way back.
At least I know they will be safe in the creek to dig in the mud and hibernate like frogs do.
This is a series of money saving ideas, and tips for gardeners. I will relate them as they occur in my own perennial beds. When winter arrives I will move indoors and talk about houseplants and the chores related to them. Hope you all enjoy.
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