| Rain Barrel Workshops Scheduled for Loudoun Residents |
Via press release at Loudoun.gov
Yes, Loudoun we have rain barrels! Why rain barrels?
flickr image: Rain Barrels Uploaded on July 2, 2008 by fireballsedai
Rain barrels have started to re-emerge as an economical and practical way for homeowners to conserve water, reduce runoff, save money, and help protect our waters. The lack of rain last year has left many looking for ways to conserve water. A rain barrel collects the water that runs off the roof and makes it available for homeowners to water plants, fill the birdbath, or wash the car, the dog, or even muddy feet. It can even be used in toilet tanks when the well pump isn’t working. This water is free and the water is collected before it runs off and picks up sediment and contaminants that pollute our streams and rivers that drain to the Potomac River and eventually the Chesapeake Bay.
The Loudoun Soil and Water Conservation District will be presenting 2 workshops where homeowners can learn more about the benefits of rain barrels and make one to take home.
The workshops will be held Thursday, October 9, 2008, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Old Hillsboro Schoolhouse in Hillsboro and on Monday, October 20, 2008, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Heritage Farm Museum in Sterling. The workshops are open to all Loudoun County residents. Participants are reminded to dress appropriately as they will be constructing their own barrel. There will be a $50 charge per barrel, and pre-registration is required. Due to limited supply and availability, there will be a two-barrel-per-household limit.
A registration form is available online here.
For more information or to have a registration form sent to you, call the Loudoun Soil and Water Conservation District at 703-777-2075 or send an email to suzie.brown@va.nacdnet.net.
# # #
Contact: Suzanne Brown, Loudoun Soil & Water Conservation District, 703-777-2075
COMMENTS