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Make your Own Rain Barrel

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August 22, 2013 by EcoActionArlington

You see your neighbors have them, now it’s time to make your own! ‘ Rainwater collection can help you save water for use in your yard, eliminate potential flooding in your basement, and reduce stormwater management costs. Water running off your roof during a rainstorm can be a problem or a resource put to good use.

Since 2007, northern Virginia area residents have taken home 3,268 rain barrels through the Northern Virginia Rain Barrel Program. That’s a lot of rain barrels and a lot less runoff!

There are two options, Build your Own ($55.00) or Buy a Pre-made Barrel ($65.00)

Workshop #1 is this Saturday, August 24th from 10:00am-12:00pm at ‘ Walter Reed Center, 2902 S. 16th St. Arlington, 22203

Workshop #2 is Wednesday, September 25th from 6:30-8:30pm at Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St. Arlington, 22206

New Workshop Added: ‘ Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. ‘“ 12:00 p.m., ‘ Mount Vernon Governmental Center ‘ 2511 Parkers Lane Alexandria, VA 22306

Registration is required so Sign up Today!

At these workshops you will learn how to build, install and maintain a rain barrel, and take one home! Limit 2 rain barrels per household at each workshop. Please be aware that your spot at the workshop is not confirmed until we receive payment.

Before you attend the workshop, download’ Things to Think About Before Installing Your Rain Barrel

 

 

 

 

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