January / February 2026

POND-O-RAMA

The St. Louis Water Gardens Tour: Pond-O-Rama

The St. Louis Water Garden Society will host its 26th-Pond-O-Rama Annual Aquatic Garden and Landscapes Tour on June 27–28, 2026, from 9–5 p.m. each day. Each day of the tour will feature different private water gardens owned and maintained by society members. Self-Guided Tours The Pond-O-Rama Aquatic Gardens and Landscapes Tour is a self-guided exploration […]

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Oase North America Announces New Leadership Structure; Appoints CEO

Jeff Weemhoff, currently President of Atlantic-Oase, will be appointed to the Board of Oase North America. He will hold the honorary title of President Emeritus and Vice Chairman, in recognition of his many years of leadership, partnership, and contribution to the success of the organization. With his wealth of experience and entrepreneurial spirit, Jeff will

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Pond Trade Jan/Feb 2026 issue

January / February 2026

As I worked through January / February 2026 issue, one theme surfaced again and again: creativity in its most expansive form. Not just creativity as artistry—but creativity as problem-solving, adaptability, passion and perseverance. From massive adventure pond builds and refined presentation techniques, to breeding koi, curating bonsai and sustaining multi-generational businesses, creativity runs in the

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Built to Rock: Inside the 2025 Atlantic Oase Professional Conference 

From the moment attendees arrived, there was a buzz of anticipation. Contractors, distributors, retailers, manufacturers, and educators converged with a shared mission—learn something new, strengthen relationships, and leave inspired to build bigger, smarter, and better than ever.  An Inspiring Start: Andy Core’s Message on Community  The conference opened with a powerful keynote from Andy Core,

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How the UK Pond and Koi Hobby Compares with the US

 When I first began traveling to the United States more often, around 10 years ago, I had no clue how big, bold and busy the American pond and koi world really was. Over the years I’ve visited many pond builders, dealers and hobbyists across the US, including multiple trips with Brian Fitzsimmons and his team

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Midsouth Pond Retreat 2025

Recap: Midsouth Ponds Retreat

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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