Problems with Algae

Two weeks ago the Pond looked absolutely wonderful for Good Friday but look at it now!

The lack of plants in the Pond following the cleanout combined with the lovely weather we have been having, have caused filementous algae to grow. As it photosynthesises, oxygen bubbles get caught within the fine strands and make the algae float to the top. At the surface it looks like a brown frothy scum. Although very unsightly this does not pose any long term threat to the pond or the creatures in it. We are currently looking at environmentally sound ways to control this!

However, following testing that was carried out by the Environment Agency, there is also a small amount of Blue Green Algae in the pond - this is highly toxic - at the moment it is only a very small amount, but as a precaution - it is recommended that people DO NOT allow their children or pets to play in or with the water!

Hope to have better news in the near future!!!!

Good Friday - 2010

Wow! What a turnout! This photo was taken by Tobi Carver of St Ives Times and Echo. It was great to see so many people up at The Pond on Good Friday, "Thank You So Much" to everyone who came along to support the continuation of this long-held tradition.

We will now be pushing ahead with our funding bids in order to further enhance the community value of the pond and to enable you all to use it in a variety of ways.

We also have fund raisers coming up:

The first of these is an Illustrated talk by Vivian Stratton - Birds in Cornwall. This takes place on Wednesday 14th April at 7pm at the St Ives Infants School. Tickets are £3 in advance from the Tourist Information Office, The Guildhall, St Ives or £4 on-the-door.

We are also hoping to have a Duck Racing event which will be the main feature of a fun day to be held jointly between Consols Pond Association and Hellesveor Chapel.

Much more to come - so watch this space!

Once again Thank You for Your Support!!!!