Rain Barrel Discovery: Explore and Learn
- Skill Level
- Beginner
- Length
- 1 hour
- Language
- English
- Note
- Optional $70 rain barrel purchase. Barrels are limited.
About the Workshop
Join us for the Rain Barrel Discovery: Explore and Learn workshop led by Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards. Discover the myriad benefits of installing a rain barrel on your property, from conserving water to controlling stormwater and nurturing your lawn and garden. During the workshop, delve into topics such as stormwater management, best practices for homeowners, the anatomy of a rain barrel, maintenance tips, and proper installation techniques. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to purchase a premade, fully equipped rain barrel with all the necessary components. Don't miss this chance to embrace sustainability and enhance your property's environmental impact. Open to all interested individuals, this workshop promises to empower you with practical knowledge and tangible solutions.
Invitees have the option to order a fully equipped rain barrel, which comes ready to be connected to your downspout and includes all necessary adapters and drill bits for proper installation. Workshop participants will take home their rain barrels from the workshop.
This event is being offered at no charge to participants. Premade Rain barrels are optional and available for purchase.
Space is limited. Preregistration is required.
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Those seeking to learn more about rain barrels
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Those considering the purchase of a rain barrel
- Learn about stormwater and its impacts on the environment.
- Discover best management practices homeowners can implement around the landscape to lessen the negative impacts of stormwater on water quality.
- Understand the parts and functions of the rain barrel.
- Learn how to connect your rain barrel to your downspout.
Guidance Regarding COVID-19
We will follow University and local guidelines and regulations at the time of this event. Individual visitors still bear responsibility for adhering to guidelines and protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Please review Penn State's guidelines.
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