Water Conservation
Photo: Roger Rhodes leading rain barrel workshop. Photo courtesy of ENRI Task Force.
If you have questions or need help with a program related to water conservation contact the ENRI Task Force. We are available to assist with programming on rain barrels, rain gardens, the 40 Gallon Challenge, and general water conservation practices at home. Education resources and additional links are below.
Rain Barrels
Rain Gardens
40 Gallon Challenge
Water Conservation
Rain Barrels
Extension Publications and Factsheets
Building a Rain Barrel (HENV-201)
DIY Building a Rain Barrel from a Pickle Barrel Factsheet
Short Articles/Information Releases
Instructional Videos
DIY Rain Barrel Build This 15 minute video shows how to construct a rain barrel from a pickle barrel.
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Facilitor's Guide including Example Success Story
For the Rain Barrel PowerPoint Presentation with Talking Points or information on hosting a Rain Barrel Workshop contact Ashley Osborne.
Residential Rain Gardens
Extension Publications
Residential Rain Garden: Design, Construction, and Maintenance (HENV-205)
Short Articles/Information Releases
Fall Rain Garden Maintenance Tips
Lesson
Facilitior's Guide with Example Success Story
For additional information, including photographs and a map featuring demonstration gardens throughout KY, visit our Residential Rain Garden webpage. For the Rain Garden PowerPoint Presentation with Talking Points or information on hosting a Rain Garden Workshop contact Ashley Osborne.
40 Gallon Challenge
The 40 Gallon Challenge is a program that challenges residents to conserve at least 40 gallons of water per day.
Extension Publications and Factsheets
Irrigation Tips to Conserve Water and Grow a Healthy Lawn (AGR-115)
Saving Water at Home (HENV-601)
Saving Water Saves Energy: Tips for Conserving Water at Home (HENV-704)
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