Honoring those who raise the bar. One of the most powerful traditions of the Atlantic Oase Conference is celebrating individuals and companies whose work makes a lasting impact on our trade. This year’s award recipients exemplified the passion, leadership, and dedication that define the pond and water-feature community. The AO Pro Contractor of the Year […]
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In November, pond professionals from across the country gathered just outside of Memphis, Tennessee, for the 2025 Midsouth Ponds Retreat—an immersive, business-focused event designed to strengthen leadership, sharpen strategy, and foster meaningful industry connections. The retreat welcomed 72 attendees representing 15 states, with participants traveling from California to South Carolina, Maine to Texas, underscoring the
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Attend the C&A Tax Webinar, Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 am ET Are you looking for ways to reduce your tax burden and keep more of what you earn? If you could save more in taxes and contribute more to your retirement plan, like your 401(k), would you take advantage of it? C&A Financial is
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When Gary Vaynerchuk showed up at his father Sasha’s 400,000-gallon pond build in New Jersey, he didn’t just watch the machines and marvel at the boulders. He spent time with a circle of pond professionals and manufacturers, answering questions and dropping actionable advice. The impromptu Q&A ended up being less about koi and more about
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Pondliner.com is excited to announce that the 18th Annual Water Garden Expo will be held March 11 through March 13, 2026, in Shawnee, OK at the Grand Casino Hotel & Resort. The 2026 Water Garden Expo kicks off on Wednesday afternoon with educational seminars to begin after lunch. A happy hour will follow on the
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Not every garden has a giant Victoria waterlily, but that doesn’t mean they can’t join the fun. Enter the Featherweight Bracket—a playful division of the Waterlily Weigh-Off where smaller lilies take center stage. These petite contenders, with leaves just a few inches across, may not hold a person (or even a pumpkin), but they sure
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From Experiment to International Phenomenon How It Began What started as a playful social media experiment at Denver Botanic Gardens has now blossomed into an international competition that captures the imagination of plant lovers around the world. The Waterlily Weigh-Off—our annual contest to test the buoyant strength of giant Victoria waterlily leaves wrapped up its
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Now in its fourth year, Koi Fest has grown from a simple idea into the largest koi event in the United States. What began as Fitz’s vision for a blowout end-of-season sale has transformed into a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together every corner of the koi and pond community. His dream was simple yet ambitious: take
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Aquashella 2025, held in Edison, NJ, made history with over 7,000 attendees, the highest turnout to date. Founded by George Mavrakis also known by CoralFish12g, the show has rapidly grown into a premier gathering for aquarium hobbyists, pond keepers, aquascapers, and aquatic industry professionals. This year’s edition featured more than 100 vendors, with strong representation
Midsouth Ponds Retreat, an all-inclusive, hands-on event for pond professionals and industry innovators, will be held Nov. 9–13, 2025, in Stanton, Tennessee. The retreat will offer an opportunity for attendees to engage in intensive learning, networking, and business development. The retreat promises a rich blend of practical training and strategic growth opportunities. Attendees can participate
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