pond fish transfer question

[gmann]

A co-worker has about 15 goldfish about 3-4" and would like to transfer them to his above ground pool for the winter.  He mentioned that the water freezes to about 18"-20". Is this a good idea? thanks.

[babblefish1960]

If he uses a pond air pump to keep the surface clear of ice, at least a hole the size of a jam pail, this should be fine.

[The Pond Boy]

A co-worker has about 15 goldfish about 3-4" and would like to transfer them to his above ground pool for the winter.  He mentioned that the water freezes to about 18"-20". Is this a good idea? thanks.

Hi,

First he need to pump all the water from the pool, rinse it and fill it again with water. He will need a heater a heater to keep a hole in the ice. Otherwise I think he will be fine.
Thanks,

The Pond Boy,
Greg

[Fishnut]

Yes, he would have to rinse in thoroughly in order to get rid of any chemicals or chemical residue left from the pool.  He would be better off buying a few large rubbermaid tubs and storing the goldfish in there over winter in the garage or something.  Again, he would have to keep a hole open so that air can still exchange from the water.  A large air punp would do the trick and he could split the line so that each tub is serviced by bubbles.

[The Pond Boy]

Yes, he would have to rinse in thoroughly in order to get rid of any chemicals or chemical residue left from the pool.  He would be better off buying a few large rubbermaid tubs and storing the goldfish in there over winter in the garage or something.  Again, he would have to keep a hole open so that air can still exchange from the water.  A large air punp would do the trick and he could split the line so that each tub is serviced by bubbles.

Hi,

I have tried last year with a large air pump to keep a hole in the water, but also that alone doesn't work. If the temperature becomes about -20 degrees, the hole will freeze.
Thanks,

The Pond Boy
Greg

[gmann]

thanks for all the replies. He has decided to place them in the pool.