So how do you get started?

"In reality, it is really quite simple," he said. "Dig a hole, put in the liner, and then put in the fish and the plants. Digging the hole is the brutal part — so have someone else do that for you."

If you run into any problems, Gusta recommends checking out the club's Web site (www.pondutah

.com). "Keep in touch with us, and we will help answer your questions," he said, adding that a question posted on the Web site usually garners four or five responses.

If you go

What: Pond Tour 2007

When: Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: 25 ponds from Bountiful to South Jordan

How much: $10 (tour booklets can be purchased at area garden stores)

Phone: 801-840-2866

Web: www.pondutah.com

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Larry Sagers is the horticulture specialist, Utah State University Extension at Thanksgiving Point.