Just a quick video where I talk about the different ways that I prevent my pond pumps from becoming blocked.
In the video I mentioned a DIY Skimmer heres a video on how I built one- https://youtu.be/zfIlRZO3nxI
If you think building your own is too hard you might want to buy a pre made skimmer like the aquascape one I showed in the video- https://amzn.to/3w8osrS (Amazon link)
I also mentioned Intake bays. Heres a video on how I made the one on my dream pond- https://youtu.be/NSraqlISDDg
More information at https://ozponds.com