The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will hold rain barrel workshops this spring to help residents of Porter County learn more about the benefits of rain barrels, how to use them, and proper location and installation.
The workshops will be held at 6 and 7:30 p.m. each night; Monday, March 28, at Woodland Park, 2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage; and Tuesday through Thursday, March 29 through 31, at Sunset Hill Farm County Park, 775 Meridian Road, Valparaiso. The cost of $45 for the workshop includes a rain barrel with spigot and linking and overflow fitting. Additional rain barrels can be ordered at the time of registration. Pre-registration and advance payment is required for each workshop.
“Rain Barrels are an efficient, low-cost method for collecting rainwater,” said Therese Davis, executive director of the district. “Rain barrels are placed at downspouts to capture rainwater which can be used for many purposes, such as washing your car or watering a garden or your houseplants."
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Each workshop space is limited to 35 attendees. Registration has begun online on the district website www.itmeanstheworld.org. Participants must plan to attend the workshop in a vehicle large enough to bring home their 50 gallon rain barrels!
For further information, contact the Recycling and Waste Reduction District at 465-3694 or info@itmeanstheworld.org.
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County is a government agency dedicated to improving the environment and quality of life for Porter County residents by providing convenient, voluntary waste reduction programs. The District promotes environmental stewardship among individuals and businesses through education programs, waste reduction services and other outreach programs to meet the statutory waste reduction goals set by the State of Indiana.