Those readers who have a significant pond may have problems with extracting voluminous pond-weeds.

We today were advised on how best to clear them.

Tie a rope securely to a metal rake, then heave the rake out into the middle of the pond. Wait until the sharp end sinks as far as it will go. Drag rake back to the bank and detach mass of weeds.

Works a treat.

Especially when you remember to hold on to the rope.