SoSauty,

I would only clear enough trees to properly maintain the dam and edges of the pond...a tree or two would be great shade for you (and the fish).

The dam should have no trees, although I have broken that rule on my small .25 acre pond for the sake of shade I left a couple of big ones.

: )

Gator


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