Might be able to realistically house a RTC for life
- Thread starter P.A.NativesBPM
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Heating a large pond can be very cheap and efficient and even conserve energy. I have learned living in Montana with harsh winters that heated ponds are possible. I kept a 300 gal pond heated to 82 F over winter with temps as low as -40. Electric didn't really bump at all. Used a 500 watt titanium heater. The pond was extremely insulated all around though. I even made a lid that I could open for feedings and water changes that was insulated. I also now have an insulated pond that is 400 gals as my bed stand. I use a 500 watt heater in it as well. I was also able to heat 1000 gals pond to 78 F during the winter by wraping it in insulation as well as a 1000 watt heater and two 500 watt heaters. Would have been more efficient with an insulated lid but did ok with just a tarp.
btw, personally I would say that a pond that size would be fine for a RTC for life. Just don't over crowd it and keep the water pristine. 
That's more dedication than 99% of people put into keeping a RTC.
That's more dedication than 99% of people put into keeping a RTC.