Rubber Couplers can be used in your pond plumbing anywhere that you might require a disconnect.
Joined easily with steel clamps, these couplers provide an easy solution to disconnect the piping at a particular juncture in order to perform maintenance, remove a clog, etc.
If you are going to be away for any period of time, be sure to leave a contact phone number with your pond watcher so they will know who to call in case of an emergency.
Automatic feeders can also play an important part of your vacation plans.