Pond Boss Forums GENERAL QUESTIONS Help Getting control of algea

Go to your local big box store (THD, LOWES) and get as much floating rope (YELLOW POLLY) as you need to cross the pond. Get a big bag of wire ties and the smallest diameter pool noodle you can find. Cut the pool noodle into a bunch of small sections (APPROXIMATELY 2"). Space the cut sections out on the rope about every 3 feet and zip tie into place. Add more ties every couple of inches on the rope between each float, clipping the tag end to about an inch long.These will act as catches on the algae and help keep it from slipping under the rope as you drag it across.

Edit: since you're in CT, Tilapia are probably allowed, but you'll have to restock every year. They wont survive your winters.