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Yesterday NIKK and WK&WGS koi clubs were invited to "She'll Never Be On The Pond Tour" party and potluck at Chris Charbonneau's Mountain Retreat residence in beautiful Cle Elum, Washington. For those of you that don't know where Cle Elum is, about 1.5 hours east of Seattle and 3 hours west of Spokane on I-90.

Our respective clubs were entertained by one very unique pond setting ever, an indoor pond of about 16,000 gallons that is twelve feet deep. Equipment room is tucked under the highest level of decking as pictured below with all the appropriate equipment that affords her remarkable koi some of finest conditions ever. Cle Elum can get quite a bit of snow during winter, so this green house will offer-up a cozy get-away with heated water keeping temperatures comfortable.

Might mention, the pot-luck was outstanding with many koi kichi from both sides of the state swapping stories. Once again, koi bringing people together of some fun loving times.

Thank you Chris for inviting NIKK members to your Mountain Get-Away!