Quote Originally Posted by Lowellhturner View Post
If may suggest, start by lightly sanding the shiny slick outside finish, this allows algae a "foothold" onto it. Then drill 2 small holes in 1 end of each for 2" galvanized screw to help anchor it in cement. Drill more small guide holes for 1" to 2" pipes that are also sanded. Add glue on angles for outer branches. Place several of these in a 5 gal bucket and add cement. let stand for 12 hrs and then add lake...
Great advice. Sounds like a lot of work, but considering it will be there to hold fish forever, WELL worth it. I got a handful of the neighborhood kids to help me with the sanding...for free burgers, dogs, chips and drinks of course. They even learned a few things in the process.