Make a Trash Can Pond

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Make a One Hour Trash Can Fish Pond

Start with a plastic trash can with out any holes.

Dig a hole slightly bigger than the can and deep enough so the top of the can is slightly below the level of the surrounding ground. Put the can in the hole. Make sure the can is level with a level or a board across the top with a large pan on top with 1/2" of water in it. With the can level add dirt a bit at a time tamping it down with a stick. Add water to match the dirt level so the can will hold its shape. Keep the can level as you can not move it after the dirt is near the top. End with the can slightly below the level of the surrounding ground.

Add flat rocks around the edge of the can. They should be placed to hide the edge of the can and large enough so they will not flip into the pond if a racoon steps on the rock.

That's all there is to it. Add some fish (gold fish are $.10 each if you buy "feeders" at the pet store) and plants from any pond or creek.