Water gardens and Koi ponds are relatively new to most people in the U.S., but have thrived for hundreds of years in Europe and Asia.

Anyone who has toured the countryside in England has to admire the many beautiful water gardens adorning every village and countryside home.

Numerous beautiful colors of flowering water plants are available in day blooming and night blooming varieties and in many sizes to fit the needs of every size pond from a small tub garden to a large agricultural pond. Plants provide protection for fish and other aquatic life, and help reduce algae bloom and evaporation.

Water gardening is low maintenance gardening and requires less water than a lawn of equal size. Cool and refreshing sounds of splashing water, or the serenity of calm, still water make the enjoyment well worth the little time one takes to care for the beautiful landscape of a water garden.

With the development of flexible pond liners, constructing a pond has become affordable.  Pond liners conform to the shape of the pond whether it is in the ground or above, or both. They are easy to install and have a long life.

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Located just a few minutes east of San Antonio, Texas on Interstate 10, Water Garden Gems is open almost every day, year-round.
(closed Thanksgiving. Christmas, New Year's Day and Easter)

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Fall Fish Show

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19th Annual Koi & Goldfish Show

October 22 & 23 2011

Every year we have amazing individuals come and compete in our show. They bring their prized koi or goldfish to see who has the best fish. In addition to the koi and goldfish, we'll have a suppliers of pond-related products, craft vendors, a live band and BBQ available on-site to keep you entertained. Educational seminars by industry experts will be happening upstairs in the Dr. Clyde Ikins Learning Center throughout the weekend. This year we will have some very special guests, The Buffalo Soldiers. They have agreed to come and participate in this years events in order to raise money, for a project that will educate others on a important part of American history.

Saturday Morning Class Detail		Afternoon Class Detail		Sunday Class Detail
10:00 -11:00 Pond Maintenance	12:00-1:00 Equipment Selection			12:00 - 1:00 Awards Ceremony
by Kris Jilek	by Mike Zmina			Judges hand out individual awards to the Koi & Fancy Goldfish Winners.
For almost 10 years now, Kris has been maintaining ponds though out south Texas. He is the owner of Krystal Klear Water Garden Ponds Cleaning & Maintenance.		A pond expert from Chicago, Mike works hard to stay up to date with the latest technology concerning ponds and their care.
11:00 - 12:00 Organic Gardening using Pond Water	1:00 - 2:00 Pond Construction			1:00 Special $5.00 Raffles
by Malcolm Beck	by Burt Nichols			Prizes can be viewed before hand at the TKFGS booth.  Ticket owners do not have to be present to win.  Special prizes/services usually include live fish or items valued above $100.  Those who wish to donate please contact: Kathy Tackett at (210) 822-9820 or email ktack1@grandecom.net
"Father of Organic Gardening" The founder of Gardenville, Malcolm Beck has been the nation's leading pioneer in organic gardening for the last 30 years; leading the way for healthier plants, & tastier fruits and vegetables.		Owner and Operator of Water Garden Gems for the past 21 years.  Burt explained that "through experience he has learned both what to do, and what not to do" and this is what he is offering to teach.
	2:00 - 3:00 Goldfish Selection & Standards			1:30 Fish Auction
	by Tony Reynolds
		A Certified Goldfish Judge, Tony is considered an expert on goldfish. He is on the Board of the National Goldfish Society and has served as editor of the "Goldfish Reporter."		Donated fish will be able to be viewed     1 hr before event begins. Proceeds go to help defray the cost of putting on the show.

More information will be added as we receive it.

The Arts & Craft Information

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Art & Craft Vendors Attending
Cowgirl Rocks	Jewelry made from beautiful natural gems
Great American Alpacas	The softest blankets, apparel, yarn and so much more
Jade Gardens	Bonsai Trees & wire wraped pendants
Joys Ceramics	Ceramic pieces to decorate  in or outdoors
Metal Art	Unique metal art/ sculptures/tabletop fountains
Miss Molly's Bears	Various Teddy Bears, Blankets, etc.
Scentsy Wickless Candles	Wickless Candles - Fragrant - Safe - Simple to use
Shepherd Services	Unique Wooden Bridges, for ponds, steam beds and more
Socash Studio	Amazing hand sculpted jewelry w/natural stones
St. Hedwig Woodworks & Mosaic	Original mosaic crosses, stepping stones, concrete bowls, mushrooms, and so much more

Hope to see you there !

If you are interested in participating in our arts & craft show please contact us here at watergardengems@yahoo.com

The Buffalo Soldiers

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  Join us for a fun and educational experience as the Buffalo Soldiers give a historical account of their service throughout many US wars. The Native Americans were the first to come up with the name "buffalo soldier;" referring to a regiment of all African- American soldiers. Some say it was for the fierce fighting ability of the 10th cavalry, others say it was because of their dark curly hair, which resembled a buffalo’s coat. The Buffalo Soldiers have agreed to do a short presentation on Saturday, Oct 22nd. They will have a booth all day, talking about their history and raising funds for a local Buffalo Soldiers’ Museum. Come on out and learn about an important part of American History, you won’t regret it.