IDNR biologist to talk at Peru pond clinic

Expert to discuss construction, stocking rates, weed control, aeration, species suitability

February 11, 2025 at 9:30 am CST

Bill and Cheri Schmitt’s garden features a koi and goldfish pond as well as a large, natural swimming pond that includes a waterfall surrounded by boulders. — The La Salle County Soil & Water Conservation District along with the Bureau County Soil & Water Conservation District will be co-hosting a pond clinic from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Peru City Hall, 1901 Fourth St. (Photo provided by Pam Riss)

The La Salle County Soil & Water Conservation District along with the Bureau County Soil & Water Conservation District will be co-hosting a pond clinic from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Peru City Hall, 1901 Fourth St.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Biologist David Wyffels will discuss construction, stocking rates, weed control, aeration and species suitability. Contact the La Salle County SWCD office at 815-433-0551, ext. 3, by Feb. 20, for a reservation. Seating is limited.

Derek Barichello

Derek Barichello is the news editor for The Times in Ottawa and NewsTribune in La Salle, part of Shaw Local News Network, covering La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties. He covers local and breaking news in the areas of government, education, business and crime and courts, among others.