Perfect Water Specs for my Pond (What Are They)?

[tnkoigal]

Hi Everyone,
I'm having a bit of a problem trying to figure out what the perfect water specifications should be for my pond. 
I had a major nitrite problem a couple of weeks ago due to my main pump dying.  I have since gotten that back under control.  As a matter of fact I just did a water test and my nitrites were a big fat 0!    However; my PH is very high 8.2.  
I think I've read somewhere that using baking soda can bring the ph down.
Can someone help me with a solution to decrease my ph levels?

Thanks
Cindy

[Lynda]

Your pH is just fine at 8.2.  What you want is STABLE pH - not perfect pH.  Adding "stuff" to chase pH just leads to problems and an almost inevitable pH crash, which will kill your fish.