Pond Boss Magazine: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Pond Boss FAQ page. Looking for something specific on this website? Have a question about subscribing to Pond Boss magazine or purchasing a product? Need shipping information? Chances are, you'll find the answer below. And if not, contact us via email at info@pondboss.com or call us at 800-687-6075 and we'll answer your question promptly.

Where do I find it on pondboss.com?

How do I find answers to specific pond management questions?
For pond management questions, you've come to the right place. Here are several options:
- Visit the Pond Boss Ask the Boss Forum, the nations leading discussion forum on pond management. Browse topics or register and post your question... you're guaranteed to get responses from pond professionals and pond owners who have been there, done that. Click on the Ask the Boss Forum icon on the right side bar or select the "Ask the Boss Forum" tab above.
- Send your question via email to info@pondboss.com. We'll answer your question promptly or refer you to someone who can.
- Peruse our FREE Articles. Click on the "Free Articles" tab above. Chances are, you'll find an article on the topic at hand.
- Examine Back Issues of Pond Boss magazine. Click on the Pond Boss Magazine tab above, select the "Back Issues" menu option. if you find an issue that addresses your question, order online or call us at 800-687-6075 and we'll get that issue on its way to you.
I need information on a product for my pond. Where do I start?

Visit our Pond Boss Resource Guide, under the "Resources" tab above. Arranged by product or service category, our Resource Guide puts you in touch with the companies and the people who can help. The Resource Guide is also featured in every issue of Pond Boss magazine.
I am looking for videos and podcasts on pond management topics. Can you help?

Absolutely. Click on the "Resources" tab above and navigate to the approriate pages. We suggest you also visit the Pond Boss Store and review our library of pond management books and videos available for purchase. From building your dream pond to raising trophy bass, you'll find valuable information you'll refer to again and again.
Where do I find information about the Pond Boss Conference & Expo?

You can find information about the Pond Boss Conference & Expo on the Home page or by clicking on the "News and Events" tab above, select "Events" and click on the Conference link.
Where do I learn about the Pond Boss organization?

Learn about the Pond Boss mission and the history behind it by clicking on the "About Us" tab at the top of the page.

Subscriptions

How do I subscribe to Pond Boss magazine?
We offer you several ways to subscribe to Pond Boss magazine:
- Subscribe online. Select the "Subscribe" tab on the upper left and it will take you directly to the page where you can choose a one or two year subscription. Also, throughout the Pond Boss website, you will find the red "Subscribe Today" button... simply click and you're on your way to joining the Pond Boss family of subscribers.
- Call us at 800-687-6075 and we'll be happy to take your order over the phone.
- By mail - either fill out a subscription card from inside any recent issue of Pond Boss magazine or write us a note and send with payment to Pond Boss, P.O. Box 12, Sadler, Texas 76264. Be sure and include a daytime phone # and email address so we can contact you if we have questions about your order.
Once I have subscribed, when will I receive my first issue of Pond Boss?

Once we receive your subscription order, typically we will send you the current issue directly from our office. In most cases, you should receive your first issue of Pond Boss within two to three weeks. Occasionally, if we are close to the next publication date (within two weeks) or have sold completely out of the current issue, your subscription will start with the next publication date.
I am moving. How do I submit a change of address?

Changing your address is easy. Simply contact us via email at info@pondboss.com or call us at 800-687-6075. Be sure and include the full name as it reads on your magazine label, your old address, your new address and effective date and a contact phone # and email. We'll take care of your change promptly so you don't miss an issue! You can also send us your change via mail to Pond Boss, P.O. Box 12, Sadler, TX 76264.
Do you offer a free trial issue Pond Boss magazine?

Yes! We will be happy to send you a complimentary trial issue. Please contact us via email at info@pondboss.com, give us a call at 800-687-6075 or mail your request to Pond Boss, P.O. Box 12, Sadler, TX 76264. We'll get your trial issue out to you right away. Be sure and include your full name, mailing address, phone and email with your request.
What methods of payment do you accept?
Paying for your Pond Boss subscription is easier than ever.
- On line: Visa,, MasterCard, Discover and payments through PayPal
- By phone: Visa, MasterCard, and Discover
- By mail: Personal or business checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard or Discover.
Can I order back issues of Pond Boss magazine?

Absolutely! You can order one or several, or choose our 6-issues with a binder option. For a complete listing of Pond Boss magazine back issues and the contents of each, visit our Back Issues page, located under the Pond Boss Magazine tab above. Select the issue(s) you want and purchase online or over the phone at 800-687-6075. Each issue of Pond Boss magazine also feastures a listing and order form in the back of the magazine.
Can I order a Pond Boss gift subscription?
Yes... it's easy to give a gift subscription to Pond Boss magazine!
- Online: Cllick on the "Subscribe" tab in the upper left and then click on the "Gift Subscription" selection.
- Phone: Call us at 800-687-6075 and we'll be happy to set up your gift over the phone
- Mail: Complete and send in the subscription card from Pond Boss magazine or write us a note and mail with payment to Pond Boss, P.O. Bos 12, Sadler, TX 76264. Be sure and include your name, mailing address and contact phone/email, the name and address of the gift recipient and any message you want us to include on our Gift Subscription announcement.
How will my magazine be delivered?

Pond Boss magazine is sent to your home or office via USPS mail.
How many issues are included in a Pond Boss subscription?

A one year subscription includes 6 bi-monthly issues and a 2 year subscription includes 12 bi-monthly issues.
I have a seasonal residence...can I change my address temporarily?

Yes - please contact us at info@pondboss.com or call us at 800-687-6075 or write to us at Pond Boss, P.O. Box 12, Sadler, TX 76264 and we'll have your Pond Boss magazine sent to your seasonal address. Include effective date and duration of the address change, as well as your full name, current address, and daytime phone # and email address.

About Pond Boss magazine

I live in the northern part of the country. Can I benefit from your magazine?

Absolutely! We offer a regular column, On Northern Pond, written specifically to address pond management issues in the northern part of the country. In addition, watch for feature articles that also address topics of relevance to pond management in our northern climes. For specific topics, peruse our back issues for articles and answers. You will also find a wealth of information on the Ask the Boss Forum, the nation's leading pond management discussion forum.
I want to build my dream pond. Can Pond Boss magazine help?

Yes! You've come to the right place. Pond Boss features a regular column, Down to Earth, which addresses the planning and construction aspects of turning your dream of a pond into reality. In addition, feature articles often deal with issues related to early stages of pond planning and construction. Just about all the articles in Pond Boss will help you learn the questions to ask yourself and your contractors and help you shape your goals for your pond and surrounding property.
Can I find pond management products and services in Pond Boss magazine?

Yes! Our family of advertisers are leaders in the pond management and affiliated industries. You'll find the best in the country within the pages of Pond Boss. In addition, our Resource Guide (see our online version as well) delivers a comprehensive listing, arranged by category, of the folks who are in the business of helping you make the most of your pond or lake. We know many of them personally and encourage you to contact these companies for your pond management needs.
How can I get a copy of Pond Boss magazine?
There are several ways to get your hands on an issue of Pond Boss:
- Request a free Trial Issue. Contact us at info@pondboss.com or call us at 800-687-6075. We'll get a recent issue right out to you.
- SUBSCRIBE! Don't miss an issue... subscribe and we'll deliver six issues a year right to your door. Click on the "Subscribe" tab above and receive the nation's leading magazine dedicated to managing private waters.
- Look for the current issue of Pond Boss magazine in select Bass Pro Shops and Tractor Supply Stores.
- Download a sample issue. Click on the "Pond Boss Magazine" tab above and scroll down the menu to "Download Sample Issue".