Pond Boss Forums AQUATIC VEGETATION Controlling unwanted plants which tool for skimmin/raking surface debris?

I have a good system--starts with a leaf net you can get at a pool supply store--aluminum frame, mesh net--it's even this annoying "pool blue" color which really stands out in a natural environment.

Don't buy their telescoping handles--when scooping wet leaves you can get enough to bend the handle and once it's bent, it's shot.

Go get some 10 foot sections of PVC pipe 1 1/2" diameter or 2" diameter. Attach it to the net--now you've got a flexible handle that will bend, not break and it is relatively light--it will also float somewhat.

Next if you need more than 10 feet, add a union and just screw two pieces together. That get's kind of heavy but it does work.

I have pictures if you like to see them.

By the way, I took care of the white PVC with some camoflage spray paint.