Rainwater harvesting is nothing new; it just went out of vogue for the last few centuries. There are 2 primary ways to do it, both perfectly legal: rain gardens and rain barrels. The two are used for different purposes, and can be used together, with the end result keeping every drop of rain on your property to hydrate the land for fire resistance; to save money and energy; have healthier plants; prevent flooding; and mitigate erosive cutting during storms. 

This workshop will help you work through which method to use for your intended purpose, given your specific site parameters. You will leave with simple steps to take for implementation at home.

Special instructions

• Free, but please register (means to do so are forthcoming; for now email gardens@ColumbineLandscapes.com)

• Bring photos of all sides of your home for reference. Be sure to include the top of the roof all the way to the outlet of downspouts if you have them.

• Come prepared to be outside.

• Location: Santa Rita Water Reclamation Facility