[turtleboy56]

First post so bear with me. We built a new pond this year in New England, and are having great success with it. Have added one painted turtle and one red eared slider. They seem very happy and I would like to keep them that way. How do I winterize the pond and leave them in it ? I know, broad question but we are concerned. I am familiar with leaving a hole in the ice, and circulating water, would just like them alive come spring. Any and all advice would be helpful. Thanks.