Clear waters give this far sighted bald eagle a great overview on what’s on the menu. Bald eagles primarily eat fish, but also prey on geese, ducks and other waterfowl.
Early morning conditions are best.
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Beautiful recreational conditions in the early morning and late in the day, but in the middle of the day, we are still observing moderate amounts of blue-green dots to avoid (especially for sensitive skin of open cuts).
Use judgement as conditions can change, and please take care to avoid allowing pets to drink pond water at this time!
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Fresh Pond Road will be closed today. We are working toward the clear and fresh tomorrow!
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In a strange combination Fresh Pond now has nearly 3 meters of clarity, but unwelcome little blue-green visitors (cyanobacteria) up from the bottom…
Until they are gone, exercise caution. When in doubt, stay out…
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Bright blue-green dots in Fresh Pond signal concern in open water. It’s best to apply the “when in doubt, stay out” rule while these dots persist.
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Julia Weisenberg raised nearly $2000 for Fresh Pond cleanup on her GoFundMe for her Musselman Marathon Swim-Bike-Run.
Way to go, Julia!
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A new family of ducklings, brothers and sisters enjoying the summer warmth…
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Repeating last year’s “harvest and regrowth” success, today the pond is once again clear down to your toes! With a follow up in August, Fresh Pond should be fresh all summer.
This fall work begins on the durable long-term answer, reducing the nitrogen load on the aquifer, creeks, and bays.
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July cleanup completed. Clarity improving. Biological survey shows “good recreational conditions.”
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Dr. Ken Wagner heading out by kayak with underwater camera equipment on board. He found generally health conditions in the pond at this time.
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Thanks to member and supporter contributions, Fresh Pond’s second annual “muck to mulch” harvest was compeleted in time for the July 4th weekend!
Thank you for your continuing support. Watch these pages for observations, data, and upcoming plans to build on success in restoring this beautiful environmental jewel.
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Recent improvements in water clarity are reason for optimism, but be aware of some localized areas of concern. We are getting ready for the July 2025 cleanup/muck-to-mulch harvest!
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Sponsored by Pure Soul, Hydrotech Filtration, Reich Eklund, Marie Eiffel, Binder Pools, Rams Head Inn and “anonymous” — Fresh Pond’s celebration is a happening thing!
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Less than 1 meter of clarity measured on Memorial Day, but help in on the way!
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Fresh Pond continues to demonstrate resilience after this summer's cleanup work.
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Julia reports on her marathon training swims last week: cool, crisp, with hawks overhead!
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Loss of crytal clarity is expected during seasonal turnover, but still nearly two meters of visibility!
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