Have about 1/2 acre pond on a property I purchased that has about a 18 to 24" thick floating bog on most of it. Is there an "easy" way to remove it?

I see posts on using a trash pump for silt. Would something like that work? Don't think so, given how the roots are so matted together.

Kill it with chemicals, and then try to do something with it. (not very environmental)

Is a extended reach backhoe the only option???

Thanks for your ideas.

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