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"Swimming" Pond Is Now Open

9/11/2016

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The water expert at Ramsey County has determined that the pond is free of Blue Green Algae, and it was unlocked just today.

The water is clear, and the surface matter is simple duckweed, which is harmless and actually good for the water quality. 

However, remember this is a watershed pond (as is the case with all the ponds in BC), which means it is fed by surface run-off from the surrounding areas (streets, lawns, etc.). My dogs have been swimming in and drinking it for 10 years, and have never had a problem. Other dogs partake once and occasionally come away with ear, eye, skin or intestinal problems -- although there have never been reports of a serious illness. 

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The cleanliness of these ponds is very dependent on keeping the park free of feces residue................ so scoop your poop, and pick up any orphans you encounter.
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Orphan Poops

8/30/2016

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We need help with orphan poops................

We have a cadre of folks who routinely pick up orphan poops they find, but it is becoming more difficult to keep up. If you want to do something that really benefits the park, take a few extra bags and pick up anything you encounter. 
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There's a lot of nasty stuff in dog feces, and the run off will pollute not only the ponds at BC, but it ultimately ends of in the Mississippi (believe it or not).

Note: Yes, there are some folks who don't pick up after their dog (especially if no one else is around), BUT I think it's more common that your dog runs out of sight, poops, and you don't even know it. So I figure it's good karma to always take 4-5 bags with me and pick up any orphan poops I see.
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    Jan Carr is an active volunteer and organizer for Battle Creek Dog Park.

    Give Jan a call if you can help out.  651-341-8441

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