8/20/2009

Natural Pools

Met an interesting couple today who own a natural pool. This is a seriously beautiful alternative to a concrete square box with chlorine in.

When i heard of this concept my mind needed convincing, as is the same for most people.... but I was truely converted in the pool had a base of clay and was lined with smooth round rocks. It contained a simple, but highly effective ecosystem, which used a series of reed beds, lots of fishes and frogs.

There is little better than sitting under the Portuguese sunshine, paddling with the fishes and sipping on a beer... For more information take a look at some of these sites....

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Do-It-Yourself/2002-08-01/Natural-Swimming-Pool.aspx

http://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/natural-swimming-pools-460908