How can I test pond water?

[NewAngler]

I just gained access to a pond to fish, and the owner said they need to harvest some crappie and possibly some smaller bass...

I have no problem helping to guy out with the crappie, but I don't need to fish to eat, so I might see if I can place them in another body of water (laws permitting) or donate the fish to a shelter.

BUT, I have not one clue is the water is any good, how can I test it? Take a samle to the local DNR place?

[VABassin'14]

I know many colleges will test water for you. I guess they do it for free.

[b.Lee]

Many college will test and even take the fish for you

[NewAngler]

Cool. Thanks, guys.

[Carrington]

check out virginia tech, idk if they will test it, but i have sent my lawn soil to them to get tested and they did that.

[Crestliner2008]

I know many colleges will test water for you. I guess they do it for free.

X2. Water or soil....colleges are always looking for samples to teach with.

[WRB]

I just gained access to a pond to fish, and the owner said they need to harvest some crappie and possibly some smaller bass...

I have no problem helping to guy out with the crappie, but I don't need to fish to eat, so I might see if I can place them in another body of water (laws permitting) or donate the fish to a shelter.

BUT, I have not one clue is the water is any good, how can I test it? Take a samle to the local DNR place?

Define "good water"?

WRB

[Sam]

Please check with the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries regarding the transferring of game fish from one body of water to another.

You may also want to speak with the County Extension Service people in the county where the pond is located for their guidance. 

[texlwedge]

I would suggest talking with your local game wardens or extention agents from your county. They would probably be the best resource for knowing the ph values of the watersheds in your area. Unless there has been a lot of chemical treating in the area it probably will be fine.