Learn conservation benefits and methods of capturing rainwater and reduce water runoff, plus how to build a harvesting system at the Rainwater Harvesting for Homeowners program slated for Aug. 12 in Seguin. The program is free and three attendees will win a door prize of a 40-gallon rain barrel.
According to AgriLife Today, rainwater harvesting provides an additional source of water. It also reduces contamination of surface water due to storm-water runoff by allowing the rainwater to be filtered more than it typically would be if it just drained directly into the creek. The program is a joint effort of the Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Partnership, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority and the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
Ward Ling, watershed coordinator for the Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed, said, “This process collects rainwater, stores it and allows it to be used when needed, lessening the demand on existing water supplies, which is especially critical in these times of drought.”
Although the program is free, RSVP to ensure enough materials are available. Contact Ward Ling at wling@ag.tamu.edu or 979-845-6980.